One of my friends recently shared a Humans of New York photo on Facebook. It was a portrait of an elderly man and he had told the photographer, “Travel while you’re young. Even if you have to borrow money to do it." I couldn’t stop thinking … [Read more...]

Everyone loves finding cheap airfare. But as airlines struggle to stay profitable by moving to a la carte style pricing, the ticket price that looked so low on a booking site may turn out to be the starting point, not your final price. Before you … [Read more...]

Protecting your money while traveling is always a priority, but it’s especially important while you’re traveling abroad. Taking a few simple precautions before your trip and during your travels can ensure a safe, enjoyable trip and can keep … [Read more...]

Using a cell phone abroad can be a little tricky. You might have heard horror stories of visitors having no way of getting in touch with people while traveling because their phones aren't working. Or even worse, returning home from their trip only … [Read more...]

Packing for a trip overseas can be intimidating. You don't always know what will be available in stores abroad if you forget something and need to buy it ... and if you don't speak the language where you're going, that prospect becomes even more … [Read more...]

I’ve always heard conflicting advice on paying  for a flight. Some swear you need to book as early as possible to get the best price, while others say last-minute deals are the best bargain. Even though this remains unpredictable, there are still … [Read more...]

When you're on the road, last minute doesn't have to mean full-price. It’s a common misconception that you’re going to end up overpaying if you don’t have the chance to book your hotel room in advance. You can actually save money by booking … [Read more...]