If you’re planning a beach trip in the South, chances are Gulf Shores is on your mind. If not, then perhaps Florida is the next best thing with affordable beach cities like Destin in the state’s panhandle. But, let’s tap the brakes a minute. When it comes to the Gulf Coast, many beaches are overlooked. …

Just about anyone in the workforce has had those moments of coming home and uncorking a bottle of wine to cap off a long day. Heck, if I’m being honest, I just poured myself a glass of Syrah to fuel this article, so I’d like to say in advance – I’m sorry, and you’re welcome. …

Despite being able to zoom through the skies at breakneck speed, slow travel is making a comeback. And by ‘slow travel’, of course I mean trains. Taking a page out of Europe’s and Asia’s playbook, the U.S. has been teasing more train routes and bullet trains for years, but even the train routes already in …

As convenient as air travel may be, and as awesome as it is to snag a window seat at cruising altitude, the truth is we have no idea if we’re looking down at Paris, Texas or Paris, France. As a result, train travel has become more popular for the adventurous, with the U.S. taking a …

Digital nomads and remote workers alike have taken over the workforce. Whether they’re living out of a backpack abroad or essentially getting paid to sip hand-crafted lattes at their favorite cafe, it’s easy to see why this flexible lifestyle has become all the rage across the globe. Unfortunately, even as we turn the page to …

Dallas is a completely different city from when I grew up in the surrounding suburbs. More like a metropolis in the making with Vegas 2.0 dreams, Dallas has become one of the trendiest cities in the country with no plans on slowing down. The ‘Big D’ has been voted as having the best skyline in …

Nashville is one of America’s hottest cities. Yes, summer temperatures reach the upper 90s in Music City, but we’re talking about the city’s newfound popularity in recent years. Whether it’s weekend getaways, fun festivals, or a surge in the real estate market, Nashville is on fire! For travelers, these flames are inextinguishable. Visiting Nashville, you …

Whether it be to earn points or simply enjoy a couple more inches of legroom, many Americans are loyal to their favorite airline, many of which prefer Southwest. As pioneers of flexible policies and friendly service, travelers rave about Southwest over the others. Sure, Southwest has had a hiccup or two over the years, but …

Have you ever wanted to know what Europe is like but don’t want to hop on a plane for hours on end? The good news is you don’t have to. While experiencing the real deal is undoubtedly incomparable, there is still a wide variety of places to visit that truly feel like Europe. Take it …

We’ve all found ourselves at one point or another scouring the internet for the best deals. Sometimes you may find a better price with an airline that you’re iffy on taking, while other fares may come at a higher price point with an airline viewed as more reliable. Decisions, decisions… The Points Guy is here …

We’ve all been there—you do everything right, but your travel plans still fall through, through no fault of your own. You followed the advice of arriving early to the airport, made small talk with an Uber driver, and then followed the orders from a grumpy TSA agent only to arrive at your gate and discover …

Here we go! Finally, an insightful list without the same repeated destinations over and over. We get it…travelers are heading to New York and Los Angeles, but with that comes a huge price tag that not everyone wants to spend. As iconic as those destinations may be, forcing yourself to eat street hot dogs when …