This post originally appeared on The Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog. Aside from candy corn, Jack-o’-lanterns, black cats, and ghosts, there’s nothing that screams Halloween more than a haunted house. During the month of October, thousands of small-scale haunted houses crop up around the States, many at local festivals, churches, or schools. However, for those brave souls, […]
How To Buy More Than Flights With Your Frequent Flyer Miles
Thank goodness for frequent flyer miles and travel rewards programs. Most strategic travelers participate in a variety of programs in order to cash in on free flights, upgrades, free car rentals and hotel stays. And they have their fair share of frequent flyer miles tips to offer. The first of which is: even if you don’t […]
Here’s Where Luggage Goes After You Check It
Ever wondered what happens to your precious luggage after you bid your farewells at the ticket counter? I have imagined many scenarios and in some instances see the evidence of those assumptions once I retrieve my battered baggage. This Hipmunk article which originally appeared on The Tailwind blog pulls the curtain on your luggage’s journey. […]
The Traveler’s Guide To Tipping Internationally
Tipping internationally is one of those travel tips you should research before you travel to another country. Every culture has its norms and expectations. I like to respect them no matter what they are – it’s just common courtesy and what I consider to be responsible tourism. Here are some general guidelines to tipping in […]
Voluntourism: Helpful or Hurtful?
Jet to an exotic country. Get immersed in local customs. Help build a house or dig a well. Make buddies with fascinating people you’d never meet otherwise. A “voluntourism” trip seems like a great way to give back or improve the world in a small way. It can be, but you should ask a lot […]
How To Get the Best Seat on the Plane
Traveling on a plane can come with a slew of seat-based comfort challenges, whether you’re assigned to a seat that doesn’t recline or located just adjacent to the bathroom. If you want to get the best seat without having to pay extra cash, there are a few simple tips to follow. While you might not […]