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Is It Cheaper To Fly Or Drive For Your Vacation? — Is It Cheaper to Fly or Drive for Your Vacation?
How to compare costs, consider travel times, and weigh other pros and cons of a road trip vs flight
March 13, 2025

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A Step Back in Time: How to Experience the Ultimate Route 66 Celebration

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Get the Most Out of Your Hertz Car Rentals with a AAA Membership

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Travel Tips: How to Use Your Phone Abroad

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Featured Articles

car partially submerged in water — How to Escape a Sinking Vehicle
Learn how to escape a sinking vehicle using a seatbelt cutter, a vehicle escape tool, and your wits
April 19, 2024

woman sleeping — 9 Ways to Improve Your Sleep Hygiene — and Your Health
Follow these simple, expert-backed strategies to transform your sleep routine for a healthier, happier you
February 24, 2025

Operation Taxes — Tax Prep Advice from the IRS
What to know and do before you file
March 17, 2025

Young person using credit cards for payment on vacation or holiday trip.convenient lifestyle with technology.banking and financial. Credit: HAKINMHAN — Why You Should Carry a ‘Backup’ Credit Card While Traveling
The best second credit card is the one that will help you enjoy a worry-free trip
December 10, 2024

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Four easy steps to avoid bringing creepy crawlers home from vacation
March 12, 2025

woman carrying on suitcase on cobblestone road — Carry-On Packing Tips (You’ll Never Need to Check a Bag Again)
What to pack and how to pack it: Our expert shares her secrets to carry-on packing success
March 7, 2025

Happy couple, real estate and moving in new home with boxes for renovation, investment or relocation. Interracial man and woman owner carrying box for property rent, mortgage loan or move together. by A. Frank/peopleimages.com — Move Vs. Improve: What to Do When Life Cramps Your Space
Weighing the pros and cons of moving vs. adding on to your existing home
February 24, 2025

Travel Tips

Train Rides to Your Travel Bucket List — From Adventure to Comfort: 8 Reasons Why Train Travel Is Making a Huge Comeback
Locomotive and train travel with Amtrak, Rocky Mountaineer, and other rail brands can provide unique travel perks
June 11, 2024

Packing a Carry On — 3 Simple Ways to Pack the Most in Your Carry On
Find quality luggage, pack the essentials, and fold like a pro
May 15, 2024

3 Ways to Have Your Luggage Arrive First at Baggage Claim — 3 Ways to Have Your Luggage Arrive First at Baggage Claim
Get your checked luggage faster by earning loyalty points, flying first class, choosing regional carriers, and more
July 3, 2024

people checking in at hotel — Make Sure You Do These 7 Things When Checking Into a Hotel
Explore what to do when checking into your hotel room, plus tips for hotel safety
June 27, 2024

man and woman going up escalator in airport — The Best and Worst Airports For Flight Connections
Where to find the most reliable connecting flights, based on Bureau of Transportation statistics
April 1, 2024

woman using phone at airport, plane seen taking off behind her — Money-Saving Strategies for Booking Airfare
Twelve easy tips to help you land a cheaper ticket on your next flight
January 2, 2025

Family going into the hotel room — 5 Ways to Score Last-Minute Hotel Deals
Get the best hotel deals at Best Western, Hilton hotels, boutique hotels, and more with these last-minute hotel booking tips
June 4, 2024

Man and woman sitting by lake — 4 Secrets to Preventing Stress on Vacation
Avoid burnout during leisure travel with a minimal itinerary, off-season travel, and more
August 16, 2024

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man and woman posing in front of classic car — A Step Back in Time: How to Experience the Ultimate Route 66 Celebration
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March 26, 2025

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March 26, 2025

Woman traveling with phone out — Travel Tips: How to Use Your Phone Abroad
Using your mobile phone or device while out of the country has gotten easier––and more affordable––but still requires planning
March 26, 2025

Woman using a vacuum cleaner while cleaning carpet in the house. by REDPIXEL — What’s Lurking in Your Carpet? 8 Pro Tips for Cleaning Carpet the Right Way
Follow this expert advice on how to clean your carpet so that it smells fresh and looks brand-new
March 25, 2025

Saratosa city skyline — 48 Hours in Sarasota
A vibrant arts scene, scenic waterfronts, and historic landmarks with a circus legacy await in this Florida coastal gem
March 21, 2025

woman on plane using phone — The Best Apps and Websites to Track Flights
From airline flight departure to arrival, these handy tools will help you stay informed—whether you’re the flier or picking someone up at the airport
March 21, 2025