Travel
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Nothing a Little Tape Won’t Fix: Internet Uproar After Traveler Spots Spirit Airlines Worker Taping Plane Wing
You can patch just about anything with a little bit of duct tape, but the line has to be drawn somewhere. If you’re asking the internet where that line might be, “airplane wings” is the answer. A TikToker waiting to…
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Cheeseburger in Hell: Margaritaville Cruises Go Viral for All the Wrong Reasons
You know that phrase “ballin’ on a budget?” It’s the idea that you can still have and enjoy nice things without needing to spend a lot of money. That’s essentially what travelers setting sail aboard one of Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville…
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32 Unforgettable Bucket-List Experiences in America’s National Parks
Often credited as “America’s best idea,” the U.S. National Park System preserves some of the world’s most scenic and ecologically unique areas for visitors’ enjoyment. The only problem is where to start. Drawing on popular consensus and personal experiences from veteran…
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Is Frontier Airline’s Unlimited Summer Flight Pass Worth $499?
Frontier Airlines’ all-you-can-fly pass gives you unlimited flights this summer for $499 (a jump from its introductory $399 price tag), but like anything else that sounds too good to be true, there are a couple of big catches that kill the…
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27 Summer Tourist Spots to Avoid — and Where to Go Instead
Of all the joys of summer, crowds are not one of them. Nor are sky-high seasonal prices and tacky, pop-up attractions and tourist traps designed for the sole purpose of separating you from your money. With input and recommendations from…
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When the Spirit (Airlines) Moves You … Run Fast in the Opposite Direction
In the spring of 2014, I was heading home to Los Angeles from the Detroit airport. I was but a poor, unemployed freelance writer, and had only managed to scrounge up enough nickels for a flight on Spirit Airlines. It’s…
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Sin City Dining: 17 Bucket List Restaurants in Las Vegas
No one goes to Las Vegas to restrain themselves, and meals are perfect for a little — or a lot — Sin City-style indulgence. From Rat Pack-era steakhouses to glittering…
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Route 666: These Road Trip Destinations Are Rife With Conspiracy Theories
Love a good conspiracy theory? Then you’ll want to include these destinations on your next road trip. These sites across America are known for unexplained events, UFO sightings, mysterious disappearances,…
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Score a 90% Discount On Your Next Flight. The Catch? It’s Frontier Airlines
Frontier Airlines is determined to get your business. The airline recently announced a 90% discount on certain flights for the airline’s Discount Den members. The membership program costs $100 to…
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The Wheel Deal: RVs and Camper Vans With Style for Miles
An RV doesn’t have to be a utilitarian camping box. Your recreational vehicle can be your personal statement no matter how much time you spend in it during the year.…
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Dream vs. Reality: What It’s Really Like to Vacation in an RV
The popularity of RVing has exploded in the past few years as people have sought a better way to vacation. But is RVing really that grand? Well, as a full-timer…
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Need Plans This Saturday? National Parks Are Free to Commemorate Earth Day
If you’ve been aching to become one with Mother Nature, your moment is arriving. This Saturday, April 22, is not only Earth Day, but the first Day of National Park…
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Here’s Why You Should (and Shouldn’t) Shop at Duty-Free Stores
Airports are a wild place. You’ve got people passed out on the floor while others are chugging beers at 8 a.m.; rules simply do not apply within the confines of…
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32 Things You’re Doing Wrong When Planning a Vacation
So, you’ve landed at a Jersey Shore town during its annual motorcycle convention? Don’t even think of getting any sleep. Or maybe you were looking for some dazzling nightlife but…
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Learn From My Mistakes and Don’t Pay for These Items at Disney World
Disney World — it’s a love it or hate it experience. As a first timer taking my kids, I really didn’t know what to expect. Thankfully, I was pleasantly surprised.…
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Big Mistakes Novice Travelers Make and How to Avoid Them
Traveling is one of the best ways to broaden your horizons, but planning a big trip can be overwhelming, especially for first-timers. From overpaying for flights and hotels to falling…
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Happy Camper Hacks: Here Are 9 Ways To Go Camping on a Budget
While it can be easy to associate camping with luxury RVs and expensive gear, there are many ways to enjoy the great outdoors while on a budget. By doing a…
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Don’t Sink Your Wallet: 7 Things You Should Never Buy While on a Cruise
As soon as you set foot on a cruise ship, you’ve effectively marooned yourself on a budget-busting island. Sure, your food might be included, but can you resist the tropical…
