Take a look around an airplane, and you’ll find three main types of flyers: the snoozer, the unbothered leisure traveler, and the productivity guru. For those of us who fall in that last camp but don’t necessarily want to spring for business class every flight, getting work done and staying connected in-flight can be a …
Sleeper trains are making a decisive comeback in Europe. Whether for nostalgia, affordability, or low carbon footprint, more travelers than ever are turning away from regional flights and coming back to overnight trains. Nicolas Forien, a train advocate with ‘Back on Track’ and ‘Oui au Train de Nuit,’ recently commented on the cultural shift to …
I had a crush on Turkey from the moment I arrived bleary-eyed on the overnight train from Bulgaria. A few hours later, I’d finished my first Turkish breakfast, and quickly realized I was in love. After 5 years and 40 countries of full-time international travel, Turkey ranks in my top 10 destinations for solo female …
Young professionals are the future of cruising. According to the Cruise Lines International Association’s annual report, 25 to 40-year-olds are the most enthusiastic demographic for both returning to cruises and trying cruising for the first time. While you’d expect more of a silver-haired crowd on a typical cruise, it’s still not a total shock that …
This summer’s international flight prices are already beating out the past five years’ summer records. U.S. travelers who booked travel to Europe for this summer shelled out an average of $1,100, while those visiting Asia paid a whopping $1,800 on average. With flight prices sky-high, many travelers are taking extra steps in the travel planning …
2023 has been declared The Year of the Airport Lounge. With a record-breaking travel summer ahead, airport lounges offer a much-needed breather for passengers to get a little peace in the predicted chaos. Trading out the loud, crowded airport for a calm, spacious lounge is often well worth the cost. Slipping into an airport lounge …
Turbulence: the leading cause of spilled ginger ale and awkward armrest grabs for travelers everywhere. We all know that sudden stomach-dropping panic when your plane starts getting tossed around like a rag doll. It can feel absolutely terrifying. The good news: Turbulence is mostly all bark and no bite. While the stress can be high, …
With a record-breaking summer ahead for U.S. airports, many travelers are searching for ways to avoid interruptions to their itinerary. No one can control severe weather, overcrowded airports, or airlines’ self-interested overbooking practices. So how can travelers set themselves up for smooth air travel? Here are three ways to avoid and prepare for flight disruptions …
The often overlooked country of Slovenia lies in the shadow of three neighboring European fan favorites: Croatia, Austria, and Italy. While its popular neighbors rake in the tourists, Slovenia remains off the beaten path, offering the most scenic and affordable stay in central Europe. From the cobblestone streets of Ljubljana to the sapphire waters at …
Los Angeles to San Francisco is one of the top ten busiest flight routes in the U.S. so far this year. It’s no mystery that many travelers prefer a 90-minute flight over a six-hour drive in infamous California traffic. But what if there was another way? Reinventing An Old Hollywood Favorite A luxury overnight train …
On April 24, John F Kennedy International Airport officials released new details of the JFK renovation ramp-up. Intensive construction began last week on the $9.5 billion overhaul of Terminal 1 (created out of what were previously terminals 1, 2, and 3), as well as the $4.2 billion renovation of Terminal 6 and the redesign of …
The good news: vacation calories don’t count. The bad news: this summer’s record-breaking tourist season might take some of the sweetness out of your gelato. Summer 2023 promises overcrowded, overheated, and overpriced destinations all across Europe’s hotspots. According to Expedia’s 2023 travel trends report released last month, travelers are focusing on “the biggest culture capitals …