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18 Top Airbnbs for Ski Vacations
With the holidays on the horizon and ski resorts preparing to open their doors (and lifts), now’s the time to plan where you’ll stay when ski season hits full swing. With many destinations—from Montana’s Big Sky to Idaho’s Sun Valley—requiring advance lift reservations this year, the smartest snow-seeking travelers are locking in their dates and
Why Airfares Are So High
I’ve been traveling for close to twenty years. In that time, the airline industry has changed a lot. The use of points and miles has become widespread, round-the-world tickets have gone the way of the dodo, airlines have consolidated, and there has been an explosion of budget airlines. Over the last few years, the cost
Hotels Adopting the Skillcation Movement
Whether you love it or hate it, the term “skillcation” is set to be the travel portmanteau you’ll be hearing a lot more of in 2026. Gone are the days of hedonistic excess on vacation; we’re all about bettering ourselves in the new year. According to Hilton’s 2026 Trends Report, 72% of travelers expressed a
Rising Airfares Amid Iran Conflict: Book Now or Wait?
The conflict in Iran has caused widespread flight disruptions throughout the Middle East, stranding thousands of passengers in key hubs like Doha and Dubai. Now, elevated oil prices are leading some international airlines to increase fares, causing many travelers to wonder if they should book upcoming flights now or hold off. For many airlines, jet
Outsite — Coliving and Coworking for Digital Nomads
Balancing travel and remote work will always be one of the biggest challenges on the road. When you’re a digital nomad, it’s always a struggle to balance sightseeing and also get your work done in a nice, quiet environment. No one wants to spend hours searching for a coffee shop or be in one that
Why Plane Tickets Cost So Much
I’ve been traveling for close to twenty years. In that time, the airline industry has changed a lot. The use of points and miles has become widespread, round-the-world tickets have gone the way of the dodo, airlines have consolidated, and there has been an explosion of budget airlines. Over the last few years, the cost
Top 12 Desert Escapes You’ll Love
Admit it. There are times when you wish you could get away from it all by moving to your own private island. Well, some...
6 Tips for Visiting Oslo in Winter
Admit it. There are times when you wish you could get away from it all by moving to your own private island. Well, some...
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Why Airfares Keep Getting More Expensive
I’ve been traveling for close to twenty years. In that time, the airline industry has changed a lot. The use of points and miles has become widespread, round-the-world tickets have gone the way of the dodo, airlines have consolidated, and there has been an explosion of budget airlines. Over the last few years, the cost
Lake Como: A True Love Story
Admit it. There are times when you wish you could get away from it all by moving to your own private island. Well, some...
Why Plane Tickets Cost So Much Today
I’ve been traveling for close to twenty years. In that time, the airline industry has changed a lot. The use of points and miles has become widespread, round-the-world tickets have gone the way of the dodo, airlines have consolidated, and there has been an explosion of budget airlines. Over the last few years, the cost
Seven Cities for a Scent-Focused Journey
I know people who choose where to vacation based on the food scene, climate, and sometimes, social media virality of a destination. As for me, I base my travels around perfume. Fragrance has been an integral part of my life for as long as I can remember—I began collecting perfumes in high school and have
Why You Should Skip Ko Lipe
After 19 years, I finally went back to Ko Lipe, the Thai island I spent close to a month on in 2006. Back then, it was one of those super off-the-beaten-path destinations that few but the most intrepid travelers visited, where electricity only ran a few hours a day, basic bungalows right on the beach
5 Airport Expenses to Avoid
Admit it. There are times when you wish you could get away from it all by moving to your own private island. Well, some...
