Culture shock is an unwelcome but totally natural part of traveling. Let's discuss the phases of those feelings and some tips for coping with it while abroad.
Digitally conditioned minds find scouring websites for deals and discounts comfortable and convenient. However, taking a more traditional approach can pay off.
While the decisions can seem overwhelming, taking the time to select a luggage set that works best for your lifestyle can lead to more enjoyable trips.
While flying (or in a car or boat), your inner ear signals to your brain that you're moving, while your eyes tell your brain that you're sitting still.
Making sure everything is safely tucked away in luggage feels like an art form. The last thing you want to worry about once it's is packed is losing it.
Want to make the most of your in-flight beverage experience? Check out these things you didn't know you needed to know about eating and drinking at 10,000 feet.
If we can't typically identify other tourists (barring maybe luggage or backpacks), then why do we sometimes worry about looking like a tourist ourselves?
Getting scammed is a surefire way to ruin a vacation. Check out our tips for how to know what is and isn't a scam on rental sites like Airbnb and VRBO.
No matter how well we plan our travels, sometimes there's just no way to get around pesky hotel check-in/out schedules and flight departure/arrival times.
Luckily for us, flight attendants have come to the rescue with their top hotel hacks to solve all of your problems. Let's start with some general tips.
While you may use the terms "layover" and "stopover" interchangeably, there's a clear distinction between the two travel terms - one offers more opportunity.
While a most travelers rely on the "stuff bag, travel, unstuff bag" method, frequent and travelers know every inch of available space is precious real estate.
If you're in the process of planning the trip of a lifetime, the old adage to "hope for the best, plan for the worst" should be your consistent mantra.
Bedbugs are terrible travel companions. Along with being unwelcome dinner guests, the bugs are also notoriously sneaky hitchhikers and can ruin a vacation.
Seasickness can ruin what should be a delightful cruise vacation. But if you're proactive in managing seasickness, you'll have less chance of losing your lunch.
Taking time to step back and carefully consider the type of car you rent and how the process works could make a huge difference in your on-the-road experience.
The fear of luggage mishaps motivates many adventurers to stick exclusively with a carry-on, but there are times when checking luggage is simply unavoidable.