Travel Guides
Destinations
Read our recommendations for the best destinations to travel to in the United States and around the world. Also includes things to do and planning advice so you can save the most money possible when planning your dream vacation.
8 Best Beaches in South Carolina – Maps of the Top Family Locations Near Charleston, Savannah, Myrtle Beach & More (March 2023)
10 Best Beaches in Florida – Maps of the Top Family Locations Near Orlando, Key West, the Gulf Coast & More (March 2023)
20 Best Things to Do in New Orleans (March 2023)
Best Travel Products
Find the best travel products for your next vacation. Expert recommendations from The Vacationer on key items like neck pillows, luggage, clothing, document holders, & more.
12 Best Waterproof Boots for Men and Women 2023 — What to Look for in Waterproof Boots
8 Best Leather Duffel Bags for Travel 2023 — What to Look for in a Leather Duffel Bag
10 Best Travel Neck Pillows 2023 — Travel Pillows for the Airplane, Car, Train, Bus, and More
Family Travel
Everything related to family travel, including documents children need to fly, ways to save money on a vacation with kids, flying with a lap child, & more.
How Old Do You Have to Be To Fly Alone? Airline Unaccompanied Minor Policies and Fees in the US
Flying with a Lap Child Guide — How to Manage Flying with an Infant on Your Lap
What ID and Documents Does My Child Need To Fly? (March 2023)
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.
Summer Travel Survey 2023 — Nearly 85% to Travel, 42% to Travel More than Last Summer, More than 54% to Fly on a Plane, 100 Million to Road Trip Over 250 Miles
Christmas Travel Survey 2022 – Nearly 43% to Travel; 41% Say Inflation is Affecting Travel Plans; 33% to Spend $501+ on Travel; Gift Exchange Most Hated Tradition
Thanksgiving Travel Survey 2022 — 43%+ to Travel; 66%+ Say Inflation is Affecting Plans; 29% to Spend $501+ on Travel; Cranberry Sauce Most Hated Food
Travel Tips
Read through an assortment of travel tips on topics such as making a packing list, coming up with a vacation budget, & more.
The Ultimate Travel Packing List – What to Pack For a Vacation in 2023 (Printable Checklist)
Beach Vacation Packing List for 2023 – What to Pack for Your Next Family Trip
How to Make a Travel Budget – Budgeting for Your Next Family Vacation (2023)
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Russia-Ukraine Conflict Travel Survey — 40% to Reconsider 2022 Travel Plans, 36% of Americans Feel Less Safe Traveling Since Russia’s Invasion
Summer Travel Survey 2022 — Nearly 81% to Travel, 42% to Travel More than Last Summer, Nearly 51% to Fly on a Plane, 80% to Road Trip
Best Carry-On Suitcase Luggage Bags for 2023 — What to Consider When Shopping for New Carry-On Luggage
The Best Travel Insurance (March 2023) – Guide to the Top Companies, Cost, & Buying Tips
41 Carry-On Essentials for Flights in 2023 — Must Have Carry-On Items for Traveling
Christmas Travel Survey 2021 — Mode of Transportation, How Far, Spending, Activities, Comparison to Last Year
Thanksgiving Travel Survey 2021 — Mode of Transportation, Spending, Dinner Location, How Many at Dinner, Most Disliked Food
Holiday Travel Survey 2021 — How Many to Travel, Comfort Level, Virtual Holidays, Holidays with Unvaccinated or People You Dislike
12 Best Hikes in New York State — Shorter & Easy Trails, Convenient Hikes and Longer Treks
12 Ways to Save More Money When Traveling with Kids
25 Best Things to Do in Scottsdale (March 2023) — Museums, Outdoors, Sports, For Families, Day Trips
