It’s the most awkward moment of any European vacation. The bill arrives, you pull out your wallet, and a wave of panic sets in. Do you tip? How much? Will the server be insulted if you do? Or worse, if you don’t? Forget the confusing blog posts and outdated advice. We’ve built a simple tool …

America’s smallest state may not be on everyone’s radar this summer, but that’s not to say there aren’t stunning destinations in this New England gem covering just 1,034 square miles. Being the runt of the East Coast, there’s really only one city people may know off the top of their head — Providence. But there’s …

We’re fully in the swing of summer now, but American Airlines is already prepping us for an exciting new fall escape. Serving as both a Central California dupe to avoid Napa’s crowds and a stunningly beautiful coastline too often overlooked for your next beach vacation, it’s quite a shock to discover American hasn’t flown here …

Dreaming of cobble-paved Old Towns that have remained virtually unchanged since the Middle Ages, soaring church spires that seem to touch the sky, and the kind of mouthwatering food you can hardly pronounce, let alone describe? Europe is surely at the top of your wish list this summer, and if we’re being honest, it’s the …

We’ve all been there: scrolling for flights and you spot a deal from a budget airline like Spirit or Frontier that makes you do a double-take. The price is so low you start mentally spending the money you’ve saved on beachfront cocktails. But is it really a deal? The final cost often comes down to …

Brazil tops the bucket list for many Americans traveling to Latin America. From the electrifying energy of Carnival in February to the golden-sand beaches washed by crystal-clear seas, it’s truly a slice of paradise. Interestingly enough, despite Brazil’s immense tourist offer, most travelers visit Rio and nothing else. If you’re hoping to experience a different …

Travel season has arrived. No matter what line of work you’re in, it seems we all agree that summer is the best time to cash in your PTO and tell your boss you’re outta here. While cashing in PTO is never a bad idea, overpaying for trips is one of our worst nightmares. We at …

If you’ve been to San Diego for a beach vacation, you likely know checking water conditions near the Mexico border is about as typical as starting your day with a coffee in hand. What’s not typical is feeling the need to check for hazards as far north as Cardiff, one of my favorite local seaside …

If the past few years have proven anything, it’s that even the most well-thought-out plans can fall apart. Now more than ever, travelers are wondering what the best travel insurance for their next trip is. As a result, travel insurance usage is more prevalent than ever. Whether for unexpected medical expenses, trip cancellation guarantees, or …

Right, wrong, or indifferent, digital nomads have flooded countries across the globe, experiencing warm welcomes in some places and protests in others. Bosses worldwide have gotten their panties in a wad trying to pull the plug on remote work, but the flexible lifestyle of packing your laptop and working on the go is here to stay as …

To all our fellow culture buffs, how much of your current obsession with medieval castles and cute European towns frozen in time can be traced back to the Disney tales you watched on repeat as a child? It might be easy to forget nowadays, when overly progressive creatives seem determined to rip beloved classics to …

As the summer sun beats down on Europe, the heat isn’t just coming from the sky. A fiery wave of resident frustration has boiled over into the streets, with mass protests against overtourism erupting in popular hotspots across the continent. For travelers seeking a peaceful getaway, the message is clear: some of your favorite destinations …