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This post was originally published on Southern Fried Travel on April 12, 2016
HIPMUNK HOTELS: 5 HOTELS IN FOODIE TOWNS OF THE SOUTH FROM LAFAYETTE TO NEW BRAUNFELS AND MORE
There is a foodie in everyone, especially when it comes to lip-smacking, tangy barbecue. The secret sometimes is in the sauce, but in places like New Braunfels and Midland, Texas it’s all about the meat and how it’s slowly cooked. ...
This post was originally published on Hipmunk's Tailwind Blog on April 8, 2016
Packing Hacks Every Traveler Needs to Know
Gallivanting around Madrid or conducting business in San Francisco? Wherever you’re going—and whatever you’re planning to do there—you’ll need to pack a bag before you leave for the trip.
But even though packing is universal to travelers, packing well isn't necessarily a skill that ...
Chicago is a world-class city known for exciting nightlife, incredible dining options, sports, and shopping. Whether you're visiting for business or pleasure, Hipmunk has narrowed down these five boutique hotels that boast excellent amenities, offering exceptional value for your stay in the Windy City.
Located in the heart of Chicago, near the Magnificent Mile and Chicago Loop, Trump International ...
TSA Warns Long Lines
More travelers are considering road trips for their summer vacations this year, if for no other reason than to avoid airports. TSA has been receiving some serious heat lately for the insanely long security lines at most major U.S. airports. Lines are so long, in fact, that many travelers who arrive to the airport within the suggested two-hour window are still missing their ...
The post below was originally published on This Life In Trips
Hipmunk Hotels: Affordable Options In The Less-Traveled South (Myrtle Beach, Richmond, And More)
by Shaun Robertson
When thinking of cities in the Southern states, New Orleans, Charleston, and Savannah come to mind — and with good reason. These cities offer some of the best culture, cuisine, music, and laid-back living that famously ...
Myanmar
With the closely watched parliamentary elections carried off successfully - and surprisingly peacefully - during my visit this past November, Myanmar (still called Burma by many) is looking to the future with cautious optimism. The new government, led by the democracy leader and Nobel Peace Laureate Aung San Suu Kyi (referred to as "The Lady" by both her devoted followers and ...
The post below was originally published on Hipmunk's Tailwind Blog on March 9, 2016
By Hipmunk Staff
For the third year in a row, we polled US travelers of all ages to find out more about the travel habits and trends of the coveted millennials as well as gen Xers and boomers. Last year, we reported that millennial travelers were “cheap, plugged in and always looking for pleasure“. Guess what, not ...
Long-Term Budget Travel
Many people share the desire to explore the world, and each person does so in their own unique way. Some escape their normal work routine to relax at an all-inclusive resort in Hawaii while others backpack through their local wilderness for the weekend. While shorter vacations like these make up the majority, there are also people who make traveling their full-time job. If you dream ...
Get Upgraded on Flights
Everyone always wants to know how they can get upgraded to business or first class. If I had the fool-proof answer, I'd be a millionaire. Unfortunately, I don't. Airlines have cut capacity and taken away a lot of control from their agents. Gone are the times where you could just finesse your way to an upgrade. Today, so many people hold elite frequent flier status, so it's very ...
Mexico Sea of Cortes
Un-Cruise Adventures 7-night island-hopping small-ship adventure cruise in Mexico’s Sea of Cortés brings you up close with nature and wildlife. Kayak in coastal mangroves and in crystalline blue coves. Hike along dunes, cactus-clad ridges and among desert scrub. Spot lizards, sea turtles, boobies, pelicans, frigate birds, blue whales, grey whales, orca, humpback, pilot and fin ...
