I'm an incredibly hard person to shop for. I've been everywhere, have everything I need, and I'm not so much into material items. Family and friends who bought me gifts...
Many travelers are guilty of the same mistake during the holidays: they will buy their flight at the last minute, fly peak travel dates, underestimate airport wait times and surrender...
Like airlines, Amtrak has taken a toll due to the pandemic, and many travelers are buying or renting cars for getaways. While Amtrak is taking extra precautions with safety, including...
Mexico has all the components for an unforgettable, tropical getaway: gorgeous beaches, perfect balmy weather, excellent cuisine and lively nightlife. But before you book your dream trip, you need to...
Jet lag is the biggest curse in travel. In fact, jet lag was born on May 20, 1927—when pilot Charles Lindbergh flew the world's first trans-atlantic flight from New York...
I joined Zipcar in December 2020, and I took my first car out last month. While I think Zipcar is convenient, incredibly genius, and makes life easier for people who...
After living in Manhattan for 10 years, I moved to Williamsburg, Brooklyn, which is perfectly positioned for car owners. In Brooklyn, there's more street parking, less traffic, and it's easier...
Delta Air Lines has one of the best frequent flier programs in the U.S. Passengers who travel medium frequently will usually land Delta Gold Medallion (one step up from the...
Like many legacy airlines, Delta Air Lines offers a Skymiles Medallion Status Match. The Medallion Status Match Challenge is the airline's attempt to have frequent fliers switch to Delta. If...
Manhattan in New York City arguably has the best, sky-high city views in America. The small island is chockfull of brilliant skyscrapers, stunning architecture and a street grid that makes...
While traveling the world can bring happiness and relieve stress, there are some risks involved. I hate to be a Debbie Downer here, but the Word Health Organization suggests travelers...
If you're like me, you probably hate boarding last on a flight. There are many ways you can avoid it and get early and/or priority boarding for your next flight,...
Amtrak is celebrating a half a century of moving America where it wants to go with a major Amtrak sale. The 50th Anniversary Sale offers fares at 50% off, with...
Uplift, a Buy Now, Pay Later solution, is rivaling credit cards in the travel space. The company partners with over 150 brands — from airlines to resort chains — to...
Since Covid-19 hit, many Americans have been flocking to Mexico to escape lockdown and the pandemic. In fact, Tulum and Cabo were among the top 10 destinations in 2020 for...
Sometimes an overnight layover is inevitable when returning from a far-flung journey. While hotels and even Airbnb in urban hot spots can be pricey for a solo traveler, hostels have...
Jack Ezon, founder of Embark Beyond, observed travel trends, issues and behavior since the pandemic began, looking at real data in several sectors, as well as factors, like length of...
The United States is seeing record Covid-19 cases, with more than 200,000 a day, according to The New York Times. While health officials and experts, governors and leaders, are asking...