It sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? Well, maybe. With flights this summer more expensive than in the past five years, an unlimited flight pass sounds like the golden ticket to affordable travel. Like all travel deals, though, the devil’s in the details. Travelers should consider the strict conditions and limitations of the …
Trailblazing solo traveler and author Elizabeth Gilbert once said, “To travel is worth any cost or sacrifice.” After 5 years on the road on my own, I wholeheartedly agree… but I also worry that the era of solo female travel empowerment has glossed over some of the challenges in its worthy push to encourage women …
More than a billion travelers have used Airbnb to find unique travel experiences since its founding in 2008. With over half a million guests per year visiting more than 220 countries at all different price points, Airbnb has effectively become the only real option for travel rentals. Unfortunately, in the absence of legitimate global competition …
Travelers looking for an off-path holiday might find just what they’re searching for in this lesser-visited eastern European country. Vampire legends, a quirky replica Arc de Triomphe, ancient thermal baths, a hit Netflix series, and some of the fastest internet in the world, all in one destination? Romania is definitely worthy of its newfound offbeat …
Take a look around an airplane, and you’ll find three main types of flyers: the snoozer, the unbothered leisure traveler, and the productivity guru. For those of us who fall in that last camp but don’t necessarily want to spring for business class every flight, getting work done and staying connected in-flight can be a …
Sleeper trains are making a decisive comeback in Europe. Whether for nostalgia, affordability, or low carbon footprint, more travelers than ever are turning away from regional flights and coming back to overnight trains. Nicolas Forien, a train advocate with ‘Back on Track’ and ‘Oui au Train de Nuit,’ recently commented on the cultural shift to …
I had a crush on Turkey from the moment I arrived bleary-eyed on the overnight train from Bulgaria. A few hours later, I’d finished my first Turkish breakfast, and quickly realized I was in love. After 5 years and 40 countries of full-time international travel, Turkey ranks in my top 10 destinations for solo female …
Young professionals are the future of cruising. According to the Cruise Lines International Association’s annual report, 25 to 40-year-olds are the most enthusiastic demographic for both returning to cruises and trying cruising for the first time. While you’d expect more of a silver-haired crowd on a typical cruise, it’s still not a total shock that …
This summer’s international flight prices are already beating out the past five years’ summer records. U.S. travelers who booked travel to Europe for this summer shelled out an average of $1,100, while those visiting Asia paid a whopping $1,800 on average. With flight prices sky-high, many travelers are taking extra steps in the travel planning …
2023 has been declared The Year of the Airport Lounge. With a record-breaking travel summer ahead, airport lounges offer a much-needed breather for passengers to get a little peace in the predicted chaos. Trading out the loud, crowded airport for a calm, spacious lounge is often well worth the cost. Slipping into an airport lounge …
Turbulence: the leading cause of spilled ginger ale and awkward armrest grabs for travelers everywhere. We all know that sudden stomach-dropping panic when your plane starts getting tossed around like a rag doll. It can feel absolutely terrifying. The good news: Turbulence is mostly all bark and no bite. While the stress can be high, …
With a record-breaking summer ahead for U.S. airports, many travelers are searching for ways to avoid interruptions to their itinerary. No one can control severe weather, overcrowded airports, or airlines’ self-interested overbooking practices. So how can travelers set themselves up for smooth air travel? Here are three ways to avoid and prepare for flight disruptions …