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TRIP GUIDES, TRAVEL IDEAS, AND INSPIRATION FOR MOVING THROUGH THE WORLD
How to Travel When One Person Documents Everything and the Other Just Wants to Live in the Moment
What if you're on vacation and your partner has to stop and take pictures of everything? Here's how to balance enjoying the moment and getting the perfect shot.
What if You’re an Adventurous Eater and Your Travel Buddy is a Picky Eater? Navigating Foodie Travel Preferences Without Drama
Is your approach to food wildly different from your partner's? Here's how you can travel and dine together without hangry arguments and grudging compromises.
How to Travel When You’re a Morning Person and Your Partner is a Night Owl
Most travelers fall into one of four sleep pattern categories. Knowing yours helps predict and prevent timing conflicts on the road!
How to Travel When One Person Saves Every Penny and the Other Spends Like Crazy
Don't let wildly different spending habits ruin your trip! Instead, consider how you and your travel buddy's spending and saving strategies can complement each other.
How to Travel With Someone Who Has the Opposite Planning Style: A Guide to Planner-Spontaneous Partnerships
When planners and spontaneous travelers join forces, they create a travel experience neither could achieve alone: a wonderfully structured trip with room for spontaneity!
The Best Solo Travel Destinations for Every Myers-Briggs Personality Type
Your Myers-Briggs personality type affects everything from how you order coffee to which shows you watch. Why should solo travel be any different? Find inspiration for your next vacation here!
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TSA Just Ended the Shoe Removal Rule – Here’s What Travelers Need to Know
After nearly 20 years of the stressful airport shoe shuffle, TSA has officially ended the requirement to remove your shoes at security checkpoints. Here's what to know.
10 Travel Essentials to Buy Before Tariffs Fully Kick In
Tariff whiplash dominated headlines in the first half of 2025. It’s hard to keep up, but as a traveler who needs travel essentials to vacation safely and conveniently, it pays to pay attention.
Taking the Scenic Route: Chicago to Miami on Amtrak’s Floridian
Amtrak's Floridian runs daily in both directions between Chicago and Miami. Read this account of what it's like to take this newly revived line through America's Backyard!
10 Affordable Summer Trips & Ideas: Save Money & Have Fun
Are you looking for affordable summer trips and ideas? Considering the price tag, it’s understandable! Check out these destinations and trips perfect for a summer adventure that won't break the bank.
One Town That Won’t Let You Down: Trains, Art and Baseball in Chicago
Join the author on a one-night, two-day jaunt through Chicago! Starting with a ride on Amtrak’s new Floridian and rolling right along to the CTA, Wrigley Field, Vincent Van Gogh and Edward Hopper.
What Happens If You Forget Something in a Hotel Room? How to Get It Back Fast.
Here's what happens when you forget something in a hotel and how to get it back before it disappears into the mysterious hotel Lost & Found vortex forever.
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5 Places to Visit if You Want to See an Active Volcano
Let’s take a look at five places where volcanoes are not only still active, but totally visitable. Think of it as thrill-seeking with a side of geology!
Did You Know There’s Canadian River That Flows Backwards? Here’s How the Saint John River Reverses Twice a Day!
The Bay of Fundy is home to the highest tides in the world, meaning that when high tide comes in, the Saint John River has nowhere to go but...backwards! Here's why that happens.
This River in Colombia Turns Five Different Colors – Here’s How to See It!
The mind-bending Colombian river Caño Cristales shows off shades of red, green, yellow, blue, and black thanks to a unique ecosystem. Here's how to see this gorgeous spot!
Happy Thai New Year! Here’s How and Where to Celebrate Songkran in Thailand
Happy Songkran—Thai New Year! This is the world's wettest New Year's celebration, and one you definitely should add to the bucket list.
Desert Camping and Stargazing: Your Guide to Celestial Adventures in America’s Arid Landscapes
Desert stargazing connects us with both ancient human experience and cutting-edge astronomical discovery. Here is your guide to camping out and stargazing in the American desert.
What Are the Rules About Packing Batteries and Electronics in Your Luggage? Here’s What the TSA Allows
We travel with all kinds of devices that use batteries—but what should you pack in your checked bag vs. carry-on? And are there battery types that can't fly with you? Let's break it down!
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What the Airport Check-In Agent Means When They Ask About Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Bags
Here's what's really happening when airport check-in agents ask about lithium-ion batteries, and how you should respond—don't worry, it's pretty straightforward!
Lost Your Wallet or Purse While Traveling? Here’s Your Step-By-Step Survival Guide
Losing your wallet or purse can be scary and stressful. Here's a step-by-step, practical guide for what to do if your belongings go missing while you're traveling.
8 Spectacular Hot Air Balloon Rides That Will Take Your Breath Away
Unlike the adrenaline rush of skydiving or bungee jumping, hot air ballooning offers a peaceful thrill. Let's look at some amazing places to take to the sky in style!
What’s the Best Way to Track Your Lost Luggage? A Guide to Using AirTags or GPS Trackers
While airlines have improved their tracking systems, savvy travelers are taking matters into their own hands using personal tracking devices like Apple AirTags and GPS trackers.
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2025: Topiaries, Bonsai, and Incredible Eats!
Enjoy these highlights from the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, including an Inside-Out garden, hanging gardens, character topiaries and more!
Dashing Through the Snow: Sampling Amtrak’s Floridian
Can a winter storm slow down Amtrak's new long-distance Floridian? Here's what it was like for two passengers aboard the sleeper train while Kingston hammered the Mid-Atlantic!
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A Quick Guide To the Napa Valley Wine Train: Sip, Savor, and Ride in Style
There are so many ways to explore Napa Valley, but none of them quite match the magic of stepping onto a beautifully restored vintage train, sipping a glass of wine, and watching the vineyards pass by.
What Does ‘Gate Check’ Mean, and When Should You Use It for Your Luggage?
Gate checking is when you check a bag at the departure gate rather than at the check-in counter. Here's when to do it and what to expect when you gate check a bag.
12 Incredible Motorcycle Routes to Add to Your Bucket List: Route 66, Trollstigen, the Garden Route & More
For those who crave the thrill of the open road, these legendary motorcycle routes serve up incredible views and enough twists and turns to make any ride an adventure.
What Happens If Your Checked Bag Is Overweight? Do Airlines Let You Repack on the Spot?
If you find that your checked suitcase is overweight at the check-in counter, what happens? Read this quick guide on what to expect at the airport!
Where to Travel If You’re Secretly Hoping for a Meet-Cute
Not every destination sets the stage for a cinematic moment. Some are too chaotic, and others too quiet. But then there are the perfect ones where meet-cutes just happen!
Where Should You Travel Based on Your Love Language?
Daydreaming about your next trip? How you express and receive love can say a lot about the travel experience that will make your heart soar!