Travel Tips & Secrets

What has travel ruined for you back home?

After Germany & some neighbors, I can no longer eat hot dogs back home, especially not the overpriced ones at ballparks.

Taking vacation in Scotland in Nov. Will hike on the Isle of Skye and do nice dinners in Edinburgh. Any wardrobe suggestions for for men? Google+blogs say layering, but I’m specifically looking to und… more

How do yall feel about being asked to switch seats on a plane? Yea I get it dude wanted to be next to his fam but he was too cheap to buy the seat so shouldn't we split the savings?

Is a Turk tuck tour worth it in Lisbon. Heading to Lisbon and Porto Friday. Suggestions on things to do. I’ve heard Sintra is worth it, but got mixed opinions on whether to take Uber and do it yoursel… more

Looking at getting rid of my Sapphire Reserve given the annual fee hike in October. What card would you recommend as a replacement, and why?

Good afternoon, everyone! I would like to hear your opinion: I am planning a trip to Switzerland in October—3 days in Bern, 2 days in Interlaken, 2 days in Lauterbrunnen, 1 day in Grindelwald, and 4 d… more

Hi everyone!

I’m fairly new to the frequent travel to work world and was looking for any tips & tricks I should pay attention to (e.g., best hotel chains, how to earn points faster, negotiating prices, etc.). … more

Hi everyone,

Heading to Dubai this December (first time!) and will be there for New Year’s Eve it also happens to be my mom’s birthday around that time.

Any tips on when I should start booking stuff like restaurant… more

First time renting a car that wasn't filled up. They put 60% full on the paperwork, no rebate if I return it filled up. Tank is a massive 30+ gallons so will try to avoid overfilling.

What do yall … more

Some recent travels gave me the revelation that most things in the US are overpriced. When Temu/AliExpress first came around, we’d wonder how it’s possible to have things that cost a small fraction of Amazon / of… more

Hi everyone!!! I am planning to visit Switzerland in October for the first time.I have heard about cities like Bern, Basel, Geneva, Zurich. I would like to visit two of them, but I don't know whic… more

Good afternoon everyone! I am planning to go to Madrid,Spain for the first time in early October. I would appreciate any recommendations and pieces of advice about this city.
I know that there are hist… more

What credit card offers the best travel benefits?

Any recommendations for out of the box things to do or see in Malta from oct 27-30th.. something historical or ancient or just unusual?

Looking for restaurant recs in Siena, Florence, and Sanremo. Thanks in advance!

Anyone tried a “notel” flight? Same day round trip flights including tourism and not for mileage run.

Hello fishes,

I have 5 American Airlines trip credits ($700 value) expiring in 2 weeks.

I'm thinking of booking a flight to travel in Jan 2027 using these credits and then cancel within few days to get a new t… more

Passed through Switzerland and window-shopped some knives but passed because can't take it in carry-on and can't remember the last time I needed a pocket knife.

For those who EDC a swiss army k… more

Has anyone traveled from Toronto to Detroit? Going to baseball games in each city. Tried renting a car, but didn't seem like it was possible.

Anyone slept in premium economy, long haul? Did it make much difference vs economy?

Anyone done "onebag" travel? Did you like it and did you stick w/ it long term?

Anyone been to Ischia? Curious to your opinion. I’m going to be working remotely from Italy for 3-4 weeks. Considering I’m working, I want to stay in 1-2 bases max. Also the place has to be chill/ish … more

Has anyone traveled to Africa recently? What shots would you recommend getting ahead of time? A cousin is going on a hunting safari next month.

Heard someone say their flight had to return after takeoff yesterday due to weather.

What was your craziest flight story?

Are you able to enjoy travel on the typical 2-5 weeks PTO in the US? After a few backpacking and bus tours, I feel like you’d need to be out a good month at a time to really be able to soak a place in… more

Any recos on Best travel neck pillow during long flights or train journies. Tired of pillows falling off as soon as I get into deep sleep. Cabeau is having discount on prime day. Very tempted to pick … more

I see luggage with outside laptop pockets are getting more common, both carryon and checked. I asked a coworker who has them and said it's b/c he travels with multiple laptops.

If traveling with 1 … more

Has anyone been to Morocco in September? Planning a trip there early September, and wondering if Marrakech and the Merzouga desert are unbearable. Most blogs say Sep is a good time but I’m seeing temp… more

What changes do you expect in luggage in the next few years?

Things that came out since I last got one are TSA locks and organization (splitting in half), outside laptop sleeve, USB port. Do you forese… more

Any recs for must do on the big island?(HI). Bonus if kid friendly- got a 3 and 1yr old.

Should I cancel my Chase Sapphire Reserve Card? I don’t see how the $795 annual fee justifies all those benefits now

Buying 100k/200k ua pre/1k members miles

Would you dump 30k Hyatt points to go from Explorist to Globalist? (personal situation in status challenge)

Have any of you gone to Disney World in the summer? July/August.

Don't need comments about how bad this might end up being. A relative in my family has never been so we are planning it 😅

Is 1.5 hrs layover enough to catch an international flight at newark airport? Will be traveling with a baby, toddler and my mom who is 60+

has anyone used TSA Cares for special needs, how does it work.

Looking for 200k UA pre/1k members points,plz DM