My first trip outside of the U.S. was with family to western Canada. Inspired by the summertime scenery in the gorgeous rocky mountains including moraine lakes, glaciers, snow covered tips of mountains and wildlife, upon returning home I began to dream of more overseas travels. My next trip was to Costa Rica as part of a college sponsored trip; I remember this was the first time I swam in an ocean with warm water. And the wildlife in Monteverde Cloud Forest was prolific. I then followed this up by another college trip to Nepal.

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Travel trends are constantly shifting. Oftentimes, new trends are fueled by intriguing new destinations and approaches to travel. Some are also reactionary. As issues like overtourism evolve, travelers are also on the hunt for sweeter hospitality and friendlier cities. And one of the most cutting-edge ways that travelers are exploring...

2024 Travel Trends—According to TikTok

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If you're in need of a quick vacation but have no idea where to go, we have a great idea: Amtrak recently announced its fall travel flash sale, offering steep discounts for train trips all across the country—including several from New York City. The catch? You have to book your journey by this Wednesday, August 7.

Take an Amtrak train trip around the country for super-cheap now

When Amtrak’s Empire Builder train pulled into Montana’s East Glacier Park station, the view was unlike anything I had ever seen. There stood a stunning century-old lodge built from Douglas fir timbers, and behind it, a row of snow-speckled mountains made the grand structure look minute. Above it all hung a sky so big and blue that I simply stared in awe. The magnitude of this magical place at that moment in 1998 left an indelible impression on me. This was my introduction to Glacier National Park, the Crown of the Continent. It was also my first-ever trip on a long-distance overnight train.

I Love Train Travel, and These Trips Are on My Bucket List

The Transportation and Safety Administration (TSA) is screening nearly 3 million travelers a week this summer, eyeballing every single carry-on. And they’re finding all sorts of things in travelers’ carry-ons that cause delays and those passengers to either get patted down or interrogated. If you’re traveling anytime soon,...

The 'Dirty Dozen' carry-on items that will get you pulled aside by TSA

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Does 2024 already have you dreaming of jetting away in 2025? Join the club! Many are looking to escape the hustle and bustle to somewhere luxe and exotic, but don't want to pay a fortune to do so....

5 Expensive Vacation Destinations That Will Be Cheaper in 2025

Traveling abroad can be an enriching experience, but in certain destinations, American tourists might find themselves paying more than the local rates. This phenomenon, sometimes referred to as the “tourist tax,” can affect various services and products. Here are 18 places where Americans often report being overcharged. 1....

18 Destinations Where Americans Are Overcharged

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Before traveling, it's worth looking at your credit card and your travel insurance policy to make sure you don't make any costly errors.

5 expensive mistakes experts say too many people make while traveling

Summer travel may be in the rearview, but the end of the season doesn't mean it's time to stow your best carry-on bag entirely. September is still a great month to add more stamps to your passport, or get out of town on a low-key weekend trip, because it's the bridge month between summer and fall.

The 9 Best Places to Travel in September, According to Experts

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Many of us pride ourselves on being savvy travelers because we do our best to reap value from our hotels, try to snag cheap airfares and plan itineraries with thought and purpose. But even with the best intentions and research, smart travelers can also be caught off guard by travel slip-ups that can cost money and cause hassles. Here are three such travel mistakes that you should keep on your radar the next time you take a trip.

Three travel mistakes you're probably making and how to avoid them

Travelers may have finally had enough. With revenge travel over and pandemic savings depleted, travelers say they're planning fewer trips this summer, or skipping their vacations altogether. "After two straight years of strong gains, the number of Americans planning to take leisure trips is taking a dip," states a summer...

'Travel is too expensive right now': Americans are spending less or skipping trips altogether

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

It's likely you have a list of apps you can't live without, like Facebook, WhatsApp, or Instagram. But what about apps you rarely even use? You may want to free up space by deleting them, but there are some you should always keep on your phone. MAKEUSEOF VIDEO OF THE...

Don't Delete These Apps, Even if You Never Use Them

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Southwest Has $49 One-way Flights for Fall and Winter Travel — When to Book

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I'm a travel planner, and my clients are loving some under-the-radar destinations in the US, like Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Savannah, Georgia.

I'm a travel planner. These 5 US destinations are my top recommendations right now.

With working from home being the new norm, plenty of us now have the opportunity to up sticks and move somewhere new, and the list of countries offering digital nomad visas is only getting longer. But the choice can be a little overwhelming. That’s why it’s handy to have the...

These are the best destinations for digital nomads in 2024

In a new “bleisure” marketing campaign, Switzerland Tourism prompts North American business travelers to stay longer. Called “Fly Another Day”, the pitch includes a 30-second video asking business travelers to arrive early or stay late, and experience all the country has to offer. Included is imagery of Switzerland’s gorgeous surroundings and unique activities, from mountains and lakes to orchestras and fondue restaurants.

Switzerland's "Fly Another Day" campaign encourages business travelers to stay longer

Travelers are seeking good value. — Travel demand is weaker in 2024 than in previous years, according to a new report by the consulting firm Deloitte. The report suggests it could simply be a normalization of the revenge travel trend—instead of focusing on one big, blockbuster trip, Americans are “rightsizing” their summer travel, booking one normal-length “big trip” and then booking fewer or shorter other, smaller trips over the same period.

Revenge Travel Might Be Dead. And Soaring Prices Might Have Killed It

The world's a shockingly big place. There are so many tourist destinations out there that it's impossible for any one person to see them all. Yet, for some strange reason, travelers tend to congregate disproportionately around a small number of "must-see" spots. Sometimes, their fame is warranted, and most people would agree they're absolutely worth carving out precious time for a visit. But some places fail to live up to the hype, leaving visitors feeling underwhelmed.

The Most Disappointing Tourist Attractions In The World, According To Reviews

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Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

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Travel Over 60 – Getting There and Getting Around

My previous Sixty and Me blogs on travel for the over-60 crowd covered travel trends, why we travel, and where to travel. In this installment, I’ll...

Travel Over 60 – Getting There and Getting Around

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