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Major U.S. Cities Americans Avoid Traveling to at All Costs Survey 2023 – Detroit, Chicago, Atlanta, & NYC Top the List
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Air Travel
Features guides on booking flights and saving money on air travel. Includes information pertaining to airlines, airports, lounges, & more.
Google Flights Now Shows When The Best Time is to Book Flights
How to Use Google Flights to Find Cheap Flights in 2023
Flight Cancellations & Delays Due to Weather – Your Refund & Compensation Options Due to Hurricanes, Snowstorms & Tornados (2023)
Hotels, Resorts & Accommodations
Learn about the best hotels, resorts, & other accommodations around the world to stay at during your next vacation.
7 Best Hotels in Cape May, NJ for Couples and Families – (September 2023)
Marriott is Now Including Resort Fees in Initial Total Hotel Price Displays
HotelSlash Opens to the Public – Find Discounted Hotel Rooms with the New Membership Platform
Car Rental
Learn how to find and book the perfect car rental for your next vacation or road trip. Includes car rental company reviews, news, savings guides, & more.
3 Best San Juan Airport Car Rental Companies — Browse Tips on Renting a Car in San Juan, Puerto Rico (September 2023)
4 Best Anchorage Airport Car Rental Companies — Browse Tips on Renting a Car in Anchorage, Alaska (September 2023)
5 Best Portland Airport Car Rental Companies — Browse Tips on Renting a Car in Portland, Oregon (September 2023)
Travel Credit Cards
Become an expert at points and miles with various travel-focused credit card articles. Includes detailed reviews and comparisons, recommendations, and how to earn and efficiently use points.
The Best Starter Travel Rewards Credit Cards for Beginners (September 2023)
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card vs. The Platinum Card® from American Express – Which is Better? (September 2023)
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card vs. Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card – Which is Better? (September 2023)
Travel Guides
Read guides, surveys, studies, and tips to maximize your vacation and travel journey. Learn how to use popular trusted traveler programs like Global Entry and TSA PreCheck as well as find out the best things to do at popular destinations around the world. Also includes packing tips as well as how to save money when traveling.
Can You Wear Makeup in a Passport Photo?
What’s the Passport Photo Dress Code? What to Wear for a Passport Photo
How to Apply for a Child or Minor’s Passport
Travel Surveys
Read various expert travel surveys conducted by The Vacationer’s Eric Jones, who is a Mathematics and Statistics Professor at Rowan College South Jersey. Topics include holiday travel, flying, road trips, popular destinations, things to do, & more.
Labor Day Travel Survey & Trends 2023 – 57%+ Intend to Travel (4% More YoY); Best & Worst Days to Travel
Fourth of July Travel Survey & Trends 2023 – 60%+ to Travel, Nearly 64% Say Inflation Affecting Plans, Nearly 55% to Road Trip, Nearly 50% to Watch Fireworks
Memorial Day Travel Survey & Trends 2023 — Nearly 64% to Travel, Nearly 66% Say Inflation Affecting Plans, More than 61% to Still Road Trip, More than 60% to BBQ
Cruises
Features guides on booking cruises and saving money on cruising. Includes information pertaining to cruise ships, cruise ports, cruise rules, & more.
What’s the Best Deck on a Cruise Ship? How to Choose a Cabin or Stateroom
Are Cruises Worth It? The Pros and Cons of Cruising
