The Sweetest Hotel Perks You Can Get Right Now Free wi-fi, a couple bottles of water, coffee, and gym access were once considered hotel luxuries, but they’re now just the baseline when it comes to travel perks. Hotel chains are packaging up unforgettable experiences for visitors, featuring some truly out-of-the-box amenities, activities, company, and memories….
6 Destinations Perfect for a Family February Vacation
6 Destinations Perfect for a Family February Vacation With the joys of the holiday season long gone and summer vacation still months away, February is the perfect time to treat the family to some good old-fashioned R&R. And that works out perfectly, because February is also the best time to visit any of the six…
5 Theme Park Vacations That Are Just as Good (And Cheaper) Than a Disney Vacation
5 Theme Park Vacations That Are Just as Good (And Cheaper) Than a Disney Vacation A Disney vacation could be a dream, but, once you start researching the vacation and looking at prices, your jaw drops. According to Hipmunk’s research, the total cost of a Disney vacation (including flights, lodging, tickets, and snacks) for a family…
6 Hidden Costs of a Disney Vacation
6 Hidden Costs of a Disney Vacation When you’re busy planning a Disney vacation, don’t let your trip lose its dazzle due to cost. While browsing your options, you’ll find dozens of Disney vacation packages and deals from third-party sellers and vacation experts — but you’ll also find that there are many hidden costs associated…
A Parent’s Guide to Traveling to Disney World
A Parent’s Guide to Traveling to Disney World The expense of a trip to Disney has as many variables as it does attractions, but the good news is that you can have the vacation of a lifetime at any price point. Disney World offers a few programs meant to enhance your experience, but is it…
Google Just Revealed 2015’s Top Travel Searches
Google Just Revealed 2015’s Top Travel Searches You’re not the only one with serious questions about travel. Google just revealed its “Year in Search” report, and the stats are in: Travelers are wondering about all kinds of things, from whale watching in San Diego, to packing for Cancun, to defining what constitutes a boutique hotel….
6 Destinations to Kick Start Your New Year’s Resolutions
6 Destinations to Kick Start Your New Year’s Resolutions Stats suggest 45% of Americans typically make resolutions with the turn of the calendar year, and yet only 8% actually fill them. Perhaps the best way to increase that 8% is to combine an epic vacation with going after goals! Below are three popular resolutions many…
The Quirkiest New Year’s Celebrations
In the U.S., New Year’s Eve tends to conjure up images of the ball dropping in Times Square or folks toasting glasses of champagne. Individuals may also have their own unique traditions for the flipping of the calendar. But New Year’s is symbolic of change, which makes a change of scenery for the celebration all the more appealing.
Roadtripping PA is a Must for 2016
If travel is on your New Year’s resolution list, add a PA road trip to your itinerary. Whether you’re looking for an urban escape, a suburban exploration or a bit of country relaxation, Pennsylvania’s got it covered. Here’s a plan for rolling through the hills and highways of PA and hitting some of the Keystone state’s most epic sites.
The World’s Best Cities For Traveling Solo
There’s nothing like deciding to explore the world, striking out on your own, and doing just exactly what you want to do. But when you start to consider the options, it can be a bit overwhelming. So, rather than start with the whole world and try narrowing it down from there (good luck), why not start with a carefully curated list of globetrotter-approved locales guaranteed to be worth the trip? In answer to that question, here’s a roundup of four adventure-packed spots to inspire your further rumination on the topic.
4 Epic Cabin Vacations in North America
4 Epic Cabin Vacations in North America Forget all-inclusives, four-star hotels, and budget-friendly hostels. Luxurious cabins are now the new traveler’s dream, and they’re popping up all around the world for anyone with a wanderlust itch. The growth in our cabin obsession is in part thanks to the recent explosion of Cabin Porn, a tumblr…
Mississippi Wins Christmas with the Polar Express
Mississippi Wins Christmas with the Polar Express “The Polar Express” is coming to life in Batesville, Mississippi this winter. While the classic children’s book was first animated on the big screen in 2004, the real life version will operate at select times between November 20 and December 27 this year, reports Travel Pulse. The Christmas-themed train is…
That Was In My Hotel Bed
That Was In My Hotel Bed There’s no better feeling than coming back to a freshly cleaned hotel room. After a long day attending a conference or sight-seeing in a new city, we take off our shoes, turn on the TV, hop up on the bed, and… catch something scurrying across the sheets. Wait a…
What To Do if Something Gets Stolen for Your Luggage at the Airport
What To Do if Something Gets Stolen for Your Luggage at the Airport A TSA agent at New York’s JFK International Airport made headlines this week for stealing a $7,000 luxury watch that a passenger accidentally left in security. This isn’t the first time the TSA has been charged with theft. A 2012 ABC News investigation revealed…
What the REAL ID Act Means For Your Travels In 2016
What the REAL ID Act Means For Your Travels In 2016 If you’re planning to fly after 2015, heads up: A driver’s license might not be sufficient identification for boarding an aircraft, even if you’re flying domestically. That’s because new restrictions on IDs used to board commercial aircraft are slated to take effect sometime in…