There’s something wrong with the state of vacations in America. Though they’re frequently portrayed as the vessels of pleasure, recuperation, and recreation that they’re meant to be – most Americans actually approach the idea of a vacation with a sense of anxiety, stress, and confusion. In fact, American workers, on average, actually fail to use […]

Most travelers convince themselves that they’re far too savvy to risk being ripped off when they head out on vacation to an unfamiliar destination. However, the truth is that there are plenty of common travel scams out there that can get the best of just about anyone – no matter how experienced they might be. […]

The internet is a fantastic thing to have access to, whether you’re at home or away. On vacation, a good connection can mean that you can stay in touch with friends and family, find out information about your destination in an instant, and even track down great tourist deals. But what are the best ways […]

If you’re a first-time flyer, then the chances are you’re either brimming with anxiety, or excitement about your upcoming vacation. Whether you’re starting with something short or simple, or jumping straight into the deep-end of travel with the dreaded long-haul flight, it might help to get a little bit of last-minute information before you board. […]

Surviving the long-haul flight can be quite the challenge. Let’s face it, even the most avid travelers don’t spend their time looking forward to the days when they’re stuck on an airplane for ten hours, cramped between uncomfortable seats, annoying passengers, and screaming children. Long haul flights aren’t even that much fun when you’re offered […]

As winter started to set in over the last couple of months, the chances are that you found yourself daydreaming about a trip to the Bahamas, or the next time you’ll be able to pull your BBQ out of storage. Most of us find ways to avoid cold weather whenever possible – ducking beneath our […]

Did you know that 18% of the population of the United States are currently suffering from an anxiety disorder? About a quarter of that number are facing a condition that is medically classified as “severe anxiety”. There’s even a new problem in the mix, known as Parental travel anxiety, which is causing even greater degrees […]

Despite what the World Tourism Organization considers as a series of “global economic challenges”, more travelers are hitting the road every year in search of worldly experience. In fact, during 2014, the international tourist traffic increased globally by around 5%, which equates to a record of more than one billion trips taken each year. The […]

Your vacation is a time that’s just for you, built on relaxation, rest, and rejuvenation, alongside the odd touch of adventure here and there. However, just because your main goal might be to relax as much as possible, doesn’t mean that you have to give up your essential tech. Following, we’ll cover some of the […]

It’s safe to say that travelling with your smartphone can certainly make any adventure – from a family vacation to a business trip – a lot easier. From Google translate applications that allow you to instantly see words transformed into your own language, to maps, and even TripAdvisor for tips on where to eat and […]