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Millennial Travelers
Millennials—everyone’s favorite target.
I, Adam Groffman, am a millennial. I grew up with the internet, and although I may be considered to be on the older end of the millennial spectrum (generally regarded as those born between 1980 and 2000), I’ve been an active participant in this new type of youth culture.
When millennials are repeatedly referred to in negative, pejorative ...
Travelers often forget how important travel etiquette really is. Whether you're on an airplane or in a tour group, it's important to be courteous of others. Perhaps if airlines added the travel etiquette tips below to their pre-departure safety presentation, it would make the travel experience more pleasing. Read these travel etiquette tips and brush up on proper travel etiquette before your next ...
This post was originally published on Hipmunk's Tailwind Blog on April 12, 2016 by THEHIPMUNK
How to Visit Cuba on a Budget
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Editor’s note: As of Aug 31, 2016, direct flights from the US to Cuba are taking off for the first time since 1961.
Flights to Santa Clara, Cuba
Now that Cuba’s tourism industry is up and running, we’re doing everything we can to educate our readers about how to make ...
Many of our travel fears are associated with money and lack thereof. Do you have enough? Are you spending too much? Should I bring more money? Before you set out for your vacation abroad, check out these 9 quick tips to help you handle your money while abroad.
1. Sign Up for Online Banking
Many people have already done this, but if you’re new to online banking, be sure to sign up ...
Many people have already done this, but if you’re new to online banking, be sure to sign up ...
The cool weather and colorful scenery are contributing factors as to why fall is such a great time to travel, but there are also several long weekends in this season that allow you to stretch some of your weekends into little vacations! Whether you have three days to get away or just two, you can squeeze a wonderful fall getaways into any weekend. Here are nine weekend fall getaways from across the U.S. ...
Unbeknownst to most visitors to San Francisco, the summer can be cool, foggy and rainy. Most first-timers end up buying a sweatshirt on their first day of touring the city. However, The Bay Area in September and October is the happiest place on Earth (sorry, Mickey!) We just love the weather, which is more summer like, the vibe, which is happier and more outdoorsy and the pending anticipation of Folsom ...
HIPMUNK HOTELS: TOP HOTELS FOR YOUR FALL MIDWEST ROAD TRIP IN CHAMPAIGN, GRAND RAPIDS, AND MORE
The post below was originally published June 16, 2016 on livelearnventure.com by Natasha
If you’re planning a fall road trip throughout the Midwest part of the United States, you’ll have a lot of things to consider during the planning process! One big choice is deciding what hotels you’ll choose to stay ...
Must-Have Fashion Accessories for Fall Travel
Fall consists of beautiful scenery and crisp weather, making it the best time of the year to travel. However, it may not be the easiest season to pack for. Morning are chilly, afternoons are warm, and nights are often a tad cold. How do we cope with the changing weather? Layers! Stock up on these spectacular accessories for fall travel. You will thank ...
Tips for People Who Are Afraid To Fly
For most people, a trip to the airport stirs up feelings of excitement and anticipation due to upcoming travel plans or perhaps irritation at the thought of standing in long lines. Unfortunately, for a few unlucky souls, dread is the overwhelming emotion. These people are afraid of flying. If you or someone you love suffers from the fear of flying, here are five tips ...
Outdoor Spaces in Philadelphia
(with a few extras thrown in)
When travelers think of Philadelphia, they often think of the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and other historic sites. Yet, one of the things that makes the City of Brotherly Love really special is the great outdoor spaces springing up around the city — illuminated beer gardens with giant games, an interactive fountain in the shade of City ...
