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This was a difficult post to write because regardless of who is reading this, they are likely to have very passionate beliefs on how people should behave and live their lives in the face of a global pandemic — and…

Kids and adults are surely looking forward to Halloween this year after a more restrained holiday last year. Whether you are planning on visiting the Disney After Hours Boo Bash at Magic Kingdom or trick-or-treating in your own neighborhood this…

Thanks to the coronavirus (COVID-19), many of us are now working from home and finding ourselves with a calendar full of virtual meeting requests. If you are new to the work-from-home (WFH) club, these virtual conference calls can be intimidating…

With many families hitting the open road in lieu of overseas vacations this year, bringing along a fluffy, 4-legged family member is something that is becoming increasingly common. If you are a fan of Hilton properties, you will be happy…

Update: The policies set forth in this guide should be considered expired. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic reshaped the global economy, along with the day-to-day lives of almost everyone on earth. Now that many countries have reopened and restrictions are being…

Virtual tours are increasing in popularity, thanks to the coronavirus (COVID-19), unfortunately. Since many museums are temporarily closed, and those that are reopening are doing so with limited capacity, many of us have used social distancing as an opportunity to…

As part of my whirlwind trip between Rio de Janeiro and Boston, I found myself flying 3 different airlines and visiting about a half-dozen airport lounges. A tad exhausting, but also great for people like me who love checking out…

If you want to experience some of the best Disney rides from home, we have the ultimate list for you! That means that from the comfort of your own couch, or wherever you are reading this right now, you can…

When it comes to theme parks in Florida, the 2 biggest names in the game are Disney and Universal. Back in March 2020, both companies closed their parks to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) with no firm…

After the rollout of the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine across the country and world, theme parks in California have finally reopened. That means, with certain precautions, we are starting to see some of our favorite things come back to normal —…

While Disneyland Shanghai was the first Disney property to close due to the pandemic and the first to reopen, Walt Disney World in Orlando was the company’s first property to reopen in the U.S., back in July 2020. Prior to…

When the world came to a stop and kids were getting restless at home, parents dreamt of the days when field trips were still something to look forward to. That’s when virtual tours became a relatively attractive alternative. Now that…

Travel is back in full swing, but if you’re just hitting the road again, you may be overwhelmed by the sheer amount of options out there. There are 63 national parks in the United States– but just because you don’t…

Just like every other section of the travel industry, rental car companies were hit hard by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. At the start of the pandemic, we saw airport parking lots overflowing with rental cars and no travelers to rent…

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic upended life as we knew it around the world. The hospitality industry in particular was one of the most drastically affected. Hotels that had once been busy all year were either forced to close or scale…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. It is no surprise that one of the biggest industries affected by the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic was the airline industry. At the start of the pandemic, there were mandatory…

Depending on who is flying with you and your little one, how old your baby is, where you are flying to, and how much comfort you need (think extra seats), the process for booking your lap child on your next…

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has shaken the world, and especially the travel industry, to its core. Things you may take for granted, like hopping on a plane to see family or even going to the local park with your children,…

Before my wife and I had kids, our travel concerns were primarily based on where we wanted to go and how cheap we could get there. Things like car seats, in-room microwaves, airplane bassinets, and even extra travel insurance never…

Update: The GOL Premium Lounge in Terminal 2 at GIG has been closed until further notice. Flying domestically in Brazil can, at times, be frustrating. There are no real premium airline products, airports can be chaotic and unorganized, and short…

Airline: GOL Linhas Aereas (GOL) Aircraft: Boeing 737-800 Flight #: G3 1095 Route: Rio de Janeiro Galeão International Airport (GIG) > São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) Date: January 21, 2020 Duration: 1hr 15mins Cabin and Layout: GOL Economy with 186…