Those who travel frequently know how a handy hint can transform your hotel stay from a nightmare to a dream. Luckily, well-traveled Redditors are always willing to share their two cents with the rest of us. Use some of these 28 hotel hacks…
Traveling, whether for business or pleasure, can be a beautiful experience that makes you emotionally richer. But stepping out of the daily grind and comfort zone usually makes you a prime target for an industry designed to lighten your wallet.…
The name Disney conjures up whimsical images for children and warm memories for many adults. And though it may have a place in our hearts, Disney is first and foremost a business. From movie studios and television stations to merchandise and…
McDonald’s doesn’t have the exact same menu everywhere. That’s a given when you’re talking about international locations, but there are regional variations in the U.S., too. McDonald’s restaurants in Hawaii have some of the most interesting local menu items. They’re…
If you’re loath to leaving Fido at home while on vacation, you’re not alone. While traveling with your pooch can be a joyful experience — full of new bonding experiences and exciting adventures — it still requires careful planning and…
Is it just me, or did everyone look really glamorous while going to the beach in the ’80s? Maybe it stems from what we’ve seen on TV (ahem, “Baywatch”), but it seems that before the dawn of social media and…
In addition to well-known state capitals like Austin, Texas and Atlanta, the U.S. is also home to a treasure trove of underrated “capital cities.” Celebrated for their unique cultural, historical,…
Fact: America is beautiful. Another fact: America is enormous. Yet another fact: Many places that are gorgeous are losing appeal because of the crowds of tourists, and yet, on the…
With a last name like Fieri (pronounced “Fee-eddy” if you want to impress your friends), you know there’s got to be some serious Italian flavor in the Mayor of Flavortown’s…
Paris is known for many things, but one of the most revered is the food. To dine in Paris is to dine where food has been worshiped and perfected for…
It seems like during the summer, we are all bound to be reckless, and it’s in with the “Hooray, it’s summer, let’s make decisions we’ll regret later” and out with…
As Cheapists, we’re all about value when it comes to booking a hotel. What are we getting for the price? More often than not, if breakfast isn’t included with our…
There are few countries where you can be certain that even the rocks would taste good, and Italy is definitely, without a doubt, one of those countries. The carb-loaded, cheese-smothered,…
There are attractions for everyone on America’s historic Route 66. Some people love the charming motels, some like the diners and cafes, and some love the endless scenery. But there’s…
West Coast or East Coast, there are few things more expensive than a day at the biggest amusement parks in the country. Disney has a Land and a World, both…
When you’ve got a mind like the late Anthony Bourdain had, spinning at all times full of complicated, sardonic, loving, angry, and brilliant thoughts, it’s bound to be loaded with…
Our country is nuts for dogs; almost 47% of U.S. households have them, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. Based on an analysis of dog groomers, doggy daycare facilities,…
“Midwest is best.” Not only is that the truth, but it’s also a perfectly acceptable thing to say to a Midwesterner. As a lifelong Wisconsinite, I’ve found that people have…