Travel Tips & Tricks

Whether you’re a frequent flyer or rarely use airplanes to travel, you may find rules for security screenings, carry-ons and checked bags confusing. One of the biggest causes of stress when traveling is going through security and making sure you’re following all the rules. Our helpful guide to TSA screenings and carry-on rules will help…

Despite what Instagram may have you believe, travel isn’t something that is reserved for single twenty-somethings with no children. A common misconception is that traveling with kids is more stressful than fun and almost impossible to do. That notion is far from true, especially with the constant evolution of the travel blogging industry. More readers…

Traveling with others can be a fun and rewarding experience, but have you ever considered about taking a solo trip? The thought of exploring a new place or even a new country on your own may seem pretty daunting at first. However, solo travel can provide you with many eye-opening experiences and fond memories that…

If you haven’t traveled with only carry-on luggage before, you may not have given much thought to including a travel backpack as part of your baggage, let alone using one as your only suitcase on a long trip. Considering the limited amount of space, it’s essential to carefully plan what you’re going to bring and…

Do you know how to pack a suitcase? If you’re a frequent traveler, chances are you’re a wiz when it comes to packing. Going away for the weekend? A simple duffle bag should suffice. Taking a one week trip? You should be able to squeeze everything into a carry on luggage. It’s when travelers go…

It’s always better to be safe than sorry, right? The last thing you’d want to happen to you on a long-anticipated vacation is to deal with lost or stolen items. Statistically, European countries tend to have lower violent crime rates than the USA. However, areas frequented by millions of tourists every year do show high…

Ten years ago the debate between home rental vs hotel didn’t exist. Sporadically vacation home rentals existed, but finding them was labor intensive. Travelers would book name brand hotel rooms because it was easier and more well known. Since the creation of social sharing platforms like Airbnb, VRBO and FlipKey, vacation travelers now have millions…

Since the beginning of travel, we have used hotels as a resting place. With the introduction of social sharing platforms, individual property owners have a unique opportunity to welcome travelers into their personal homes. In this article, travelers will learn tips for finding a vacation home rental that suits their needs even better than a…

Today’s guest post is by Adrienne McDermott of The Robe Lives and A & A Take the World. Connect with her on Instagram @byebyeAdrienne. Booking accommodations in a foreign place can be daunting, but really, it’s never been more convenient. There are so many user-friendly websites to choose from, but vacation rental giant Airbnb has…

Some happiest countries have earned the title of being great places to live in the world. Can security like money or health care be responsible for this happiness? The Legatum Institute Prosperity Index ranks the happiest countries according to their financial stability, including government welfare programs, career opportunities, education and healthcare, while the Gallup poll…