If you suffer from a severe allergy to common pets, you know just how frustrating it can be. Just being in the same room as an animal can set off an uncomfortable chain of reactions. Unfortunately, avoiding animal-lovers’ homes isn’t enough anymore. More and more travelers are choosing to bring their animals along for the trip—and they’re bringing their pets…
While emotional support squirrels are still on the no-fly list, American Airlines has taken an important step in accommodating passengers with a life-threatening condition in another way. Now, anyone with a nut allergy can board an American flight early to wipe down their seat and the surrounding area. The announcement comes on the heels of recent stories of passengers suffering…
It’s 2:23 p.m. on a Monday, the first day back at work after a 10-day trip to visit family on the other side of the country. I took the red-eye home—in case you’re not familiar, it’s a flight that takes off in the evening and reaches your destination the next morning. I consider myself a seasoned traveler; I’ve been everywhere…
Football fans around the world are gathering for the 2018 World Cup in Russia. However, it's not all fun and games. Your cybersecurity is at risk and the chance of getting your phone, laptop and other electronic devices hacked is high if you're planning to attend. William Evanina, director of the FBI National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC), warns travelers: “Don’t…
Technology is the proverbial double-edged sword when it comes to our children. It can open vast new worlds of knowledge and discovery for them but also has the potential to lead them down some dark and dangerous digital paths. It’s no secret that the average time kids spend with their mobile devices has skyrocketed in recent years, and unfortunate side…
It’s probably not news to you: As Americans, we work hard. Sometimes too hard, especially if you look at how we stack up against other industrialized nations when it comes to paid vacation time. If you’re lucky, you get 10 days a year, but some people don’t get any. And who wants to spend the little time we do have…
Have you seen the classic 80s movie Planes, Trains and Automobiles? Unlikely travel companions Steve Martin and John Candy get stuck making their way home for the holidays and navigate a bunch of stressful and hilarious situations. Fun to watch on screen; not so fun to experience in real life. The mega-holiday that spans Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day is…
You look around in a panic for the nearest bathroom. You need to get there NOW, but the plane is just about to take off and the fasten seatbelt sign is already on. Dealing with the symptoms of your irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) for the next 15 minutes can feel like a lifetime. Sadly, many people suffer in silence and…
A few years ago, my wife and I visited Seoul, South Korea on a trip that was very important to us. We were there to finalize the adoption of our son, who at the time had just turned a year old. Amid the hustle and bustle of those sometimes hectic and emotional days, we had some time to explore the…
A vacation is the perfect time to get away from the complexities of your everyday life, push yourself outside your comfort zone, and gain a new perspective on the world. Choosing where to go is important, but equally important is deciding where to stay once you’re there. Hotels, hostels, and houses are typical the world over and can provide a…
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