Travel

Packing for a family vacation can be stressful, and packing for a family vacation to Disney is no different. Even if you’ve been planning your trip for months, somehow there’s always some last-minute item that needs to get thrown into…

The Caribbean is an enormously popular region for U.S. travelers — and for good reason. It’s known for incredible weather, beautiful beaches, an abundance of culture, incredible cuisine, and so much more. Even better, it’s just a short flight away…

Your phone is your map, source of information, and a translator. These modern conveniences have made international travel easier and safer. Whether you’re leaving for a year abroad, going off to become an expat, or are just heading for a…

Your child’s stroller is one of the most useful essentials you will ever own. It is somewhere to sit for long distances, somewhere to nap when little legs get tired, and a mobile shopping basket for parents on the move….

Pre-pandemic, Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) was the busiest U.S. airport in 2019 in terms of aircraft movements, serving over 900,000 flights. It’s a major airport for connections all over the U.S., operating as the main hub for United Airlines…

Aeromexico is the flag carrier of Mexico. Based in Mexico City, it operates a variety of flights to 5 continents and is a member of the SkyTeam alliance, which includes Delta Air Lines. Though Aeromexico doesn’t receive a lot of…

The Los Angeles International (LAX) to John F. Kennedy International (JFK) route is one of the most frequented flights in the world — and it’s easy to see why. These are the 2 most populated cities in the U.S., and…

Most people who travel in premium cabins tend to be traveling with a companion — often a significant other. This is especially true when heading to leisure destinations such as French Polynesia, the Maldives, or Thailand. Furthermore, the trends of…

Southwest Airlines began as a low-cost carrier in 1967 in San Antonio, Texas. For 12 years, Southwest only operated routes within Texas. Thanks to the Airline Deregulation Act of 1978, Southwest started servicing more of the U.S. in 1979. Now,…

Situated at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport’s (JFK) Terminal 5, the TWA Hotel is “the” hotel opening of the year — anticipated by much media fanfare, AvGeek wonder, and airline employee nostalgia. The hotel officially opened for business…

If you have shopped through Ebates recently, you might have noticed that it looks a little different. That’s because Ebates is now known as Rakuten. In actuality, not much has changed; Ebates has been owned by Rakuten since 2014. The…

Choice Hotels is a hotel brand that operates nearly 7,500 properties across nearly 50 countries and territories worldwide. It’s not as popular or prominent as Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, or Wyndham, but it’s still a worthwhile chain to get to know,…

The Zika virus dominated headlines in 2016 when some infected women had babies with significant birth defects. At the time, the threat of the mosquito-borne virus caused major concern, leading many travelers to change their travel plans. Since Zika is…

Weekender bags are ultimately designed for short trips. Because of this, it is vital that your weekender bag is large enough to store everything you need for a few days, but also small enough to be used as carry-on luggage….

Before the Google Flights platform launched in 2011, the process to search for all of your travel needs across a variety of websites was extremely cumbersome. Today, Google Flights has everything you need in 1 place to easily plan travel…

South America is a continent with a diverse set of countries with half of its population located in Brazil. From Machu Picchu in Peru, to the beaches in Rio de Janeiro, to the food scene in Lima, to the bustling…

In the world of points travel, people often get fixated on traveling for free. While this is definitely something to strive for, it is not recommended to use your points if the redemption is impractical or is a poor return…

Walt Disney World can be such a magical place. With all the incredible rides, character experiences, and pure imagination that have been brought to life, it is truly amazing. Kids visiting Disney for the first time will be in awe…

When it comes to seating on American Airlines, not all options are alike. For those in the back of the plane (the “Main Cabin”), there are 3 seating options: standard Main Cabin seats, Preferred seats, and Main Cabin Extra. Here’s…

Airline: Emirates (EK) Aircraft: Airbus A380-800 (A6-EOT). Flight #: EK 862 and EK 863 Route: (EK 862) Dubai International Airport (DXB) > Muscat International Airport (MCT); (EK 863) MCT > DXB Date: July 01, 2019. Duration: 40 minutes per leg….

A beach vacation truly is a beautiful thing. A week or so soaking up the sun while kicking back with friends, family, and loved ones is something we all look forward to, and making it as stress-free as possible makes…