Europe has its well-treaded hotspots that are popular for a reason. There’s England, France, Italy, Greece, Spain, and more. And they’ve all earned their spots in travelers’ wish lists. But […]
The ‘Craic’ is Back in Ireland: What It’s Like on the Emerald Isle in 2022
For the first time in more than two years, nearly all of Europe is wide-open and ready for travelers. But with no restrictions to get in, period, and cheap flights […]
3 Days in Iceland: How to Plan the Perfect Iceland Stopover Trip
Think of a stopover like a layover on steroids: Rather than simply making a quick connection to your next flight, you can go out and explore for a few days […]
No Crowds & Cheap Flights to Get There: What It’s Like in Iceland Right Now
As Americans set out across Europe for the first time in years, I returned to Iceland last week for the first time since 2018 wondering how it would compare. At […]
The Best Hotels on the Las Vegas Strip You Can Book with Points
There was a time when getting a free night using points & miles on the Las Vegas Strip was a tall task, if not impossible. But that’s changed. Thanks to […]
Thrifty Traveler’s Guide to Lisbon, Portugal
With one visit, you’ll fall in love with Lisbon. The capital of Portugal is a massive, hilly city that feels much cozier than any major urban hub of its size. […]
Explore for Less: Master Guide to Camping in Kauai, Hawaii
A few years back, I worked some points magic and booked a dream trip to Hawaii for free – two round-trip tickets for 30,000 points each. But the thriftiness didn’t stop […]
All the Top Things to Do in Dublin, Ireland
Now’s the time to head for Ireland. For starters, it’s cheap. As flights to Europe have dropped to rock-bottom lows, the Emerald Isle is getting a lot of love – […]
The Best Ski Resorts for a Trip this Ski (or Snowboard) Season
Winter is coming. And while that’s enough to make many shiver, it means something else to avid skiers and snowboarders like you and I: It’s almost time to hit the […]
All the Can’t-Miss Things To Do in Florence, Italy
Between Rome, Venice, Milan, and the Amalfi Coast, it’s hard to know where to begin in Italy. But Florence should be on every travelers’ list for a trip to Italy. […]
3 Spooky Places in the U.S. for a Haunted Halloween Getaway
Halloween is just around to corner. Too old for trick-or-treating? Been through the haunted houses in your town? We’ve rounded up a list of the spookiest cities in the U.S. […]
How to Plan a National Parks Road Trip in Montana and Wyoming
You can see all three of Wyoming and Montana’s thrilling, wild National Parks with one perfectly planned road trip. Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park, and Grand Teton National Park […]