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Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal: Full Review & How to Save By Booking With Points (2025)
Paying Your Taxes With a Credit Card to Earn Bonuses, Points, & Miles for Travel is a Good Idea in 2025 to Pay 2024 Taxes
Philadelphia (PHL) American Express Centurion Lounge Review 2025 – Hours, Location, Amenities, & Photos
American Airlines: Main Cabin Extra vs. Preferred Seats in 2025
Airplane Etiquette in 2025 – Rules for Seat Reclining, Armrests, Overhead Bin Space, Eating & Other Potentially Rude Behavior
How to Find Cheap Flights in 2025
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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.
Best & Worst Days to Fly, Drive, & Travel for the Holidays – Christmas & New Year’s 2025
How to Avoid Airline Flight Delays & Cancellations in 2025
When to Book Christmas Flights – Travel Guide & Tips for 2025
Hotels, Resorts & Accommodations
Learn about the best hotels, resorts, & other accommodations around the world to stay at during your next vacation.
How Much to Tip Hotel Housekeeping and is Tipping Expected? – Survey Data & Etiquette
10 Best Vacation Rental Websites for Travelers in 2025
7 Best Hotels in Cape May, NJ for Couples and Families in 2025
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 Philadelphia Airport Car Rental Companies — Browse Tips on Renting a Car in Philadelphia in 2025
3 Best San Juan Airport Car Rental Companies — Browse Tips on Renting a Car in San Juan, Puerto Rico in 2025
4 Best Anchorage Airport Car Rental Companies — Browse Tips on Renting a Car in Anchorage, Alaska in 2025
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.
Chase Freedom Flex 5% Bonus Categories for Q2 2024 – Amazon & Whole Foods, Hotels, and Restaurants
The Best Starter Travel Rewards Credit Cards for Beginners in 2025
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card vs. The Platinum Card® from American Express – Which is Better in 2025?
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.
Christmas Travel Survey 2024 – 45%+ to Travel (117 Million Americans); 32%+ to Spend $1,001+ on Travel; 46% Expect Airline Delays/Cancellations; Gift Giving Most Disliked Holiday Tradition
Black Friday & Cyber Monday Travel Deals 2025
Presidential Election Travel Survey 2024 – 64%+ Say, Depending on Who Wins, They Will Avoid Traveling to Certain US Cities Due to Potential Riots/Protests; 55% Would Prefer to Sit Next to Kamala Harris on a Flight Compared to 45% for Donald Trump
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.
Thanksgiving Travel Survey 2024 – 51% to Travel (Up 5.75% YoY); 33% to Spend $1,001+ on Travel; 46% Expect Airline Interruptions; Turkey Most Disliked Food
Labor Day Travel Survey & Trends – 57%+ Intend to Travel (4% More YoY); Best & Worst Days to Travel
Summer Travel Survey 2025 – 82% to Travel (Down 3% YoY), 75%+ to Road Trip, 52% to Fly on a Plane, 25% to Travel Internationally
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
