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Though the United States isn’t known for its expansive train travel networks, it’s home to dozens of stunning routes. @media screen and (min-width:0) and (min-height:0px) { #sv-video-container { min-height:200px } } @media...
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In the endless pursuit of cheap flights, too many travelers focus on the day they book their flights. That's a major mistake. From Black Friday to Cyber Monday to any old Tuesday,...
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I've never had anxiety flying before, but I'll admit I was nervous to see what the longest flight in the world would do to me. Clocking in 9,531 miles and nearly 19...
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Whether you rarely fly or you're a seasoned road warrior, we've all got something in common: Spending time in airport security lines is the worst. And with with travel numbers now crushing...
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Booking a flight with your airline miles isn't as simple as paying cash. Not even close. It hinges on finding award availability to actually book those seats with miles … and that's...
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September is a smart month for many places around the world, thanks to fewer tourists and shoulder-season deals. Below are some of your smartest September trip options. (For other months of the...
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Here at Thrifty Traveler, we don't just find great flight deals. We're not above getting high on our own supply: We book those deals, too. Together, we've covered millions of miles, including...
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The Aegean Airlines turboprop banked hard on final approach into Podgorica, Montenegro. Outside the window, I watched the ghost of Ansel Adams have a moment…Early evening had swallowed the valley below, the...
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Share The Article Last Updated 41 seconds agoLooking for a Mexican escape that’s set away from the hustle and bustle of Cancun? This lesser-known Mexican destination is emerging as a go-to...
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I have always been a r/OneBag traveler. In my twenties and thirties, it was euphemistically called “backpacking,” even if actual hiking in the wilderness was only rarely involved. Bringing that one tiny...
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Having a travel credit card in your wallet is a must when it comes to racking up valuable points and miles to book free (or nearly free) flights. If you're looking to...
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Share The Article Cabo is one of the most fun vacations you'll have in Mexico – heck, maybe all of North America. My trip there was such a blast I came back...
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QUICK SUMMARY- EXPATS MUST AVOID TRAVEL HEALTH INSURANCELearn why travel insurance isn’t recommended for full-time expatsUnderstand the differences between travel medical and international medical insurance.Highlights the risk of using travel insurance for...
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Bilt is a relative newcomer to the world of travel rewards … but in short order, the company that set out to give travelers a way to earn transferable points for paying...
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Norway’s fjords are the stuff of dreams. Jagged cliffs plunging into deep blue water, snow-capped peaks, and waterfalls that seem to tumble from the heavens. So when we decided to explore this...
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Welcome to the world of miles and points! We’re glad you’re here. In this beginners guide, we’ll show you the basics of airline miles, hotel points and credit card points. We will...
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It was last May when I found myself standing in the shadow of jagged mountains, staring out at the impossibly blue waters of the Lofoten Islands. Norway, especially Lofoten, feels like the...
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To witness the northern lights—also known as the aurora borealis—you need to be pretty strategic about everything from timing and weather to geography and seasons. That’s because you need to achieve “the...
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The surge in popularity of budget airlines has dramatically reshaped the U.S. air travel landscape, sparking a $6 billion boom in the carry-on luggage market. As more travelers seek affordable flights, the...
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Earning points is fairly straightforward, but actually using them to book business class flights? Not so much. Sadly, there's only so much award space – seats bookable with points and miles –...
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