TSA PreCheck vs. CLEAR: The pros & cons of both

TSA PreCheck vs. CLEAR: The pros & cons of both

If you are sick of standing in line at the airport, it’s time to start thinking of jumping the line. But should you go with TSA PreCheck or CLEAR? Both have their benefits and limitations and I wanted to break down the differences between the two. TSA PreCheck...
Tips for your first time on a plane

Tips for your first time on a plane

If you have never been on an airplane before, the thought of flying might be scary. But flying is incredibly routine, and the more you do it the easier it will get. Here are some tips for your first time on a plane. Click the links below to skip to any of the...
Applying for a passport (for the very first time)

Applying for a passport (for the very first time)

If you have never left the country, applying for a passport for the very first time can be a very overwhelming experience. I first applied for my passport when I was 31 years old, so I can tell you that it is never too late. Here are some tips to apply for a new...
TSA Precheck vs Global Entry: Which should I apply for?

TSA Precheck vs Global Entry: Which should I apply for?

Have you considered applying for TSA Precheck or Global Entry? What are they? Which is better? Which should you apply for? I want to talk you through both programs and the pros and cons of TSA Precheck vs. Global Entry. Click the links below to skip to any of the...
The best weekender bags for women

The best weekender bags for women

I have to admit, I am a bit of a weekender bag hoarder. I bought my first one five years ago, which I loved. But after the zipper broke, I have been buying new overnight bags of all sizes (don’t worry, I only have three – currently). It is so fun to go out...
7 Reasons why offseason travel is the best way to travel

7 Reasons why offseason travel is the best way to travel

Offseason travel can be fun for many reasons — you can save money and avoid the crowds. While you may have to make some sacrifices, there are plenty of reasons to travel in the offseason. Click the links below to skip to any of the following sections: Prices Plummet...
Booking my first trip as a travel agent: Things I learned

Booking my first trip as a travel agent: Things I learned

I have been a travel writer and marketer for years, but recently took the leap and joined a travel agency. The learning process has been interesting, and intense, but I have learned so much more about the travel industry than I ever expected. Here are some things I...
How to avoid being pickpocketed, according to Rick Steves

How to avoid being pickpocketed, according to Rick Steves

Pickpocketing can be a real issue when traveling anywhere (even within your own country), and no one is immune. Even experienced travelers like Rick Steves, who have been traveling to Europe for decades, has been the target of a pickpocket scheme. Below are Rick...
7 Best camera bags for travel

7 Best camera bags for travel

Traveling can be fun, and traveling with a camera can make it an amazing adventure. Whether you are a pro or a novice, finding the best camera bags for travel can actually be stressful. But if you do it the right way, you shouldn’t have to worry about whether...
How to download your Google Maps before any vacation

How to download your Google Maps before any vacation

Being in a new city can be scary enough, but Google Maps has made it easy to always find our way to where we need to be. However, not every country or every city has reliable data network. To assure you will never lose your map while out adventuring, it’s a good...
Staying fit on vacation: 5 tips

Staying fit on vacation: 5 tips

Whether traveling for business or just for fun, staying fit is one thing that seems to fall to the wayside when on the road. A new study by Expedia found that only 53 percent of Americans feel it’s important to exercise while traveling. Here are some tips fo...
Useful travel gifts for any traveler

Useful travel gifts for any traveler

Useful travel gifts for the avid traveler in your life can be among the most difficult to find — mainly because travelers generally want fewer things. But if you can find something that will make their travel more useful, or that can remind them of their travels when...
This map tells you when take your next vacation

This map tells you when take your next vacation

Planning when to take a vacation can be the most difficult think about hitting the “book now” button. But a new map wants to take the guess work out of the “when” to travel — and let you get to the planning. The map, created by LastMinute.com,...
Best travel ballet flat? My Tieks review

Best travel ballet flat? My Tieks review

Tieks by Gavrieli require a lot of research because they are a big-ticket item. Starting at $175, it is a big investment for most people that buy them — including me. Because of this, I wanted to provide an honest Tieks review to help others on whether to make the...
Countries that require a Visa for U.S. citizens

Countries that require a Visa for U.S. citizens

Because not all countries require a Visa for United States citizens to visit, the concept is a difficult one — especially for first-time travelers. Many European countries only require a passport, and not a Visa, for U.S. citizens to visit. But if you plan a trip to...