Travel

Everglades National Park stretches across 1.5 million acres of South Florida across 3 counties: Monroe, Miami-Dade, and Collier. Visiting Everglades National Park allows visitors to explore the diverse flora and fauna of different ecosystems, including freshwater sloughs, marl prairies, pinelands,…

With Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket all within Massachusetts borders, it’s not surprising it’s one of the most picturesque beach locations in the country. However, those aren’t the only beaches in the state. Most people overlook that there are…

Now more than ever, Americans are looking for something to take the edge off, and bars across the nation are answering the call. Whether your choice is a simple gin and tonic or you prefer the hoppy buzz from an…

Airline: Air New Zealand (NZ) Aircraft: De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q300 Flight #: NZ8239 Route: Rotorua Airport (ROT) to Wellington Airport (WLG) Date: January 3, 2023 Duration: 1hr, 10min Cabin and Layout: Economy class, 50-seats, 2-2 config Seat(s): 10C Cash Paid: NZ$327 (~$213) Typical…

Sometimes you need a carefree vacation where the most difficult choice to make is whether to have chicken or fish for dinner. This is particularly true after the holiday season, which can be a stressful and anxiety-inducing time for many…

Grand Canyon National Park stretches over 1,904 square miles and includes the Colorado River, the Colorado Plateau, and the ancestral homelands of 11 different tribes. The park’s namesake Grand Canyon is one of the most remarkable examples of natural erosion…

Though Virginia might not be the first place most people think about when it comes to U.S. beaches, this coastal state has some of the best beaches in the country. It’s not hard to see why when you consider the…

To wrap up a great family vacation in Hawaii, I was able to score American Airlines Flagship First seats from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) for the final flight of a 20+…

Airline: Turkish Airlines (TK)Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 (TC-LLA)Flight #: TK186Route: Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) to Istanbul Airport (IST)Date: January 13, 2023Duration: 10hr 15minCabin and Layout: Business class, 30-seats, 1-2-1Seat: 8ACost: 63,000 Avianca LifeMiles or from $4,151 cash I’ve long heard…

New York City can be an expensive place to visit, especially if you want to stay in a luxury hotel. It’s a place I’ll travel to any chance I get, and this was actually my second trip there in as…

Shenandoah National Park is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in northern Virginia. This incredible national park is home to an abundance of historical sites, overlooks, mountain views, and waterfalls. Each year nearly 1.5 million visitors come to experience the…

Portugal has quietly become one of the best places in Europe to visit on a beach vacation. From going on walks on the sand to professional surfing, Portugal’s coast can offer you whatever beach vacation you might be looking for….

Much to my surprise, I recently realized that it doesn’t always pay to be loyal. I mostly travel around Europe and the U.S. where it usually makes sense for me to fly with British Airways or American Airlines so I…

I embarked on a 2-week trip to Uruguay and Argentina in early December 2022. I visited Punta del Este, a famous seaside resort town in Uruguay; Montevideo, the Uruguayan capital; Buenos Aires, the Argentine capital; and, finally, Mendoza, the city…

White Sands National Park is located in south-central New Mexico. The park is found at the northern end of the Chihuahuan Desert and rises from the Tularosa Basin. This national park is the largest gypsum dune field in the world….

There are many reasons to visit Georgia. It’s known for its Atlanta music scene, peaches, and history. People can sometimes overlook the fact that some of the best beaches in the U.S. are in this southern state. But with 110…

Many travelers have abandoned the chase for elite airline status primarily due to the addition of minimum spending requirements with the airline in order to qualify. Other travelers still find enough value in the perks and benefits that come with…

Who here likes Disneyland? Who here also likes fancy hotels? Well, you’re in luck, because the JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort is a scant 12-minute walk from Disneyland’s entrance — and it does fancy exceptionally well. I recently spent 2 nights at this…

Redwood National and State Parks are located in the northernmost coastal region of California. This incredible park was established in 1968 and is home to magnificent redwood trees that can live up to 2,000 years and grow to over 300…

Michigan may be in the middle of the U.S., but it’s known for having some of the best beaches in the country, largely thanks to the more than 3,200 miles of coastline the state boasts. It’s almost completely surrounded by…

Airline: Mokulele Airlines (9X) Aircraft: Cessna 208B EX Grand Caravan Flight #: 9X759 Route: Lanai Airport (LNY) to Kahului Airport (OGG) Date: December 14, 2022 Duration: 29min Cabin and Layout: Economy class, 9-seats, 1-1 config Seat(s): 2B Miles Used: $88 Typical Retail Cost: Approximately…