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    Tips For Avoiding Memorial Day Weekend Traffic

    By Matt Berry May 4th, 2023

    While Memorial Day is a time for reflection, celebration, and rest, the national holiday is also a time for traffic, as a majority of Americans hit the road.

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    How To Unlock Accessible Travel (And Book The Hotel Room You Need)

    By Matt Berry May 4th, 2023

    While regulations have contributed to smoother booking processes, there are still a few tips to use for guaranteeing your hotel rooms are fully accessible.

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    What To Do If You Misspell Your Name When Booking A Flight

    By Caitlyn Knuth May 3rd, 2023

    We've all been there. You think you've got everything in place and you click to confirm the booking only to look back and realize your frustrating mistake.

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    How To Interpret The Hotel Star Rating System

    By Matt Berry May 3rd, 2023

    One of the most impactful hotel characteristics on our decision-making - though least understood - is the hotel's star rating. But what does it really mean?

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  • old wooden house on lake autumn

    What To Consider Before Buying A Vacation Home

    By Laura Jones May 2nd, 2023

    Whatever your dream is, before you make it a reality and put down your hard-earned dollars, there are many things to consider before you buy a vacation home.

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    Track Your Flight Status With A Simple iPhone Messages Hack

    By Lexi Kassler May 2nd, 2023

    iPhones have tons of hidden features that users often only hear about bon accident. But here's a feature that's going to make flight updates a little easier.

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  • person planning travel

    Here's When It Makes Budgetary Sense To Book Two One-Way Flights Instead Of Round Trip

    By Lexi Kassler May 1st, 2023

    One common way savvy travelers can save is by playing around with their flight routes. This brings on the age-old debate - to book roundtrip or two one-ways?

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  • Woman eating breakfast in hotel room

    Booking Your Hotel Last Minute Is Cheaper, But Is It Worth The Stress?

    By Laura Jones April 30th, 2023

    But is it really a good idea to wait until two weeks or even two hours before your stay in order to get a bargain rate for your lodging? That depends on you.

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  • markings of beautiful Route 66

    Unique Motels To Hit On Your Route 66 Road Trip

    By Carlie Hoke April 30th, 2023

    A road trip along Route 66 is a bucket-list experience for many travelers. Here are some historic and unique hotels to stay at along your journey.

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  • woman unhappy at airport

    Here's How To Get A Cash Refund Instead Of A Voucher From Your Airline

    By Laura Jones April 30th, 2023

    And while you might expect to receive cash, you might be left hanging. Airlines have long been defaulting to issuing vouchers rather than cash refunds.

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  • orange cat riding in car

    Need To Take A Road Trip With A Cat? Here's What You Need To Know

    By Lexi Kassler April 29th, 2023

    Preparing your cat for a road trip is not all that hard, but you do have to listen to their needs and slowly introduce them to the experience.

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  • person waiting for luggage x-ray

    Heating Pads (And Other Unexpected Items) That Can't Go In Your Carry-On

    By Lexi Kassler April 29th, 2023

    Going through airport security can be a bit chaotic. Does TSA keep travelers safe? Yes. Does this fact make it any less annoying for travelers? Absolutely not.

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  • One of the Great Lakes

    The Best Towns To Visit On The Great Lakes

    By Sanjay Surana April 29th, 2023

    Here's our list of some of the most peaceful and beautiful places worth visiting around the Great Lakes, both in the United States and in Canada.

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  • woman standing in hotel room

    Tips For Choosing The Right Hotel Rewards Program For Maximum Savings

    By Matt Berry April 29th, 2023

    Once you start looking at hotel loyalty programs, you may end up even more confused. But as complicated as they seem, all share one goal - brand loyalty.

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  • Baby sleeping

    Here's How To Get A Baby Bassinet For Your Flight

    By Caitlyn Knuth April 28th, 2023

    Knowing you have a long haul or red-eye flight coming up can be daunting. Bringing an infant into that travel experience is even more complicated.

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  • woman looking for lost object

    Yes, Hotels Can Mail You The Items You Left Behind. Here's How

    By Lexi Kassler April 28th, 2023

    But what happens when you reach out to them, how do you make the process go a bit more smoothly, and what can you do to prevent losing items in the first place?

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  • Amtrak train in forested area

    Is The Amtrak Guest Rewards Elite Status Worth It?

    By Matt Berry April 27th, 2023

    Just like airlines, Amtrak offers an elite status through a reward point system but is earning Guest Rewards Elite Status worth it? Maybe, but it depends.

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  • woman on vacation

    Travel Insurance Vs Trip Protection: Which Is Right For You?

    By Lexi Kassler April 26th, 2023

    Understanding the difference between travel insurance and trip protection is like differentiating between breeds of dogs or cats. The same but very different.

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  • family in airport

    How To Ensure Your Family Gets Seated Together On A Flight (Sometimes For Free)

    By Matt Berry April 25th, 2023

    When booking a flight, some parents assume they'll be seated next to their kids. Although an understandable assumption, this isn't necessarily the case.

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  • Planes lined up on runway

    Stranded On The Runway? These Are Your Rights As A Passenger

    By Laura Jones April 23rd, 2023

    You've made it through airport security, boarded the plane, stashed your luggage, and your vacation has begun. Except your plane is stuck on the tarmac.

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  • Capitol Building mid-day

    Here's What You Can Skip On Your Trip To Washington, DC (And What To Do Instead)

    By Richard Chachowski April 23rd, 2023

    From little-known monuments to tips on dining and transportation, here are some of the best things you can do and some crucial things you might want to avoid.

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  • Hotel bathrobe and glasses

    What You Can (And Can't) Take From Your Hotel Room

    By Caitlyn Knuth April 23rd, 2023

    Whether items are taken on purpose or by mistake, it creates expensive issues for the industry. Guests might also find themselves banned from a hotel chain.

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  • RV couple laughing

    How To Find Free Overnight Parking For Your RV

    By Caitlyn Knuth April 22nd, 2023

    Living in an RV offers the opportunity to hit the road whenever you'd like. Embracing new places and experiences with every mile can be refreshing and exciting.

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  • Hands cleaning a remote

    Things In Your Hotel Room You Should Clean After Checking In

    By Caitlyn Knuth April 22nd, 2023

    While amenities can be adjusted and rooms upgraded, the one thing travelers can't personalize is how a hotel room is cleaned behind the scenes.

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  • woman boarding train

    Limited PTO? Here Are 5 Travel Strategies To Max Out The Fun

    By Matt Berry April 22nd, 2023

    So, while Americans aren't guaranteed to receive any PTO, most do. However, since these days are limited, you may need to be creative when it comes to using it.

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  • Man yawning while driving car

    When, Where, And How To Sleep In Your Car On A Road Trip

    By Laura Jones April 22nd, 2023

    Here are some tips on choosing where to pull over for the night during a road trip, and how to make sure that you're comfortable and safe while you snooze.

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  • people seated on an airplane

    The Etiquette Of Airplane Seat Swapping: How To Handle A Switch Request

    By Lexi Kassler April 21st, 2023

    Sometimes it's okay to ask someone to switch seats on a plane, and sometimes it's totally okay to say no and not feel like you're being a curmudgeon.

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