Airlines are ripping customers off with this one hidden fee (AAL, DAL)
The price of oil has dropped significantly, but you're probably still getting charged for it when you fly.Airlines first introduced a fuel surcharge to counter the rising cost of oil. But once the...
View ArticleMy parents brought me to 8 National Parks — and it showed me how beautiful...
I have a confession to make: When my parents first started bringing my brothers and me on family vacations to National Parks, I wasn't thrilled. Like many kids, I longed to run wild at Six Flags or...
View ArticleThe most popular honeymoon destinations in the '50s might surprise you
The word "honeymoon" conjures up images of a romantic getaway a deux, created for lovebirds who have just tied the knot and are ready to enjoy some time one-on-one. But that wasn't always the case....
View Article23 delicious foods you should eat in China
China is a large country that's home to many rich, flavorful dishes.Although there are staples that can be found throughout the country, the cuisine varies greatly from region to region.Shanghai boasts...
View ArticleWhat it's like to have a long layover in the number 2 airport in the world
South Korea's Incheon International Airport landed the number two spot on consumer aviation website Skytrax's 2016 World Airport Awards. I recently had a long layover at Incheon. Here's what it's like...
View Article17 stunning photos from the week I spent traveling around Uganda
I recently spent a week in Uganda as a fellow of the UN Foundation, traveling around the country to visit clinics, meet with women and explore slum areas.The country has huge patches of poverty, which...
View ArticleThis woman's whirlwind Russian romance proves that travel can change your life
Kirstin Schaney is proof that travel really can can turn your world around.The Ohio native decided to spend time teaching English in Russia after her high school graduation after learning about the...
View Article10 travel gadgets for a stress-free trip
Everyone loves being on vacation, but few (if any) can honestly say they like the experience of simply getting there.Thankfully, it's a lot easier to travel today than it was just a few years prior....
View ArticleA 31-year-old who's been abroad for 5 years explains what everyone gets wrong...
A month before her 26th birthday, Nina Ragusa landed in Bangkok, Thailand.About five years later, Ragusa has only been back to the US twice."It's funny, the live-abroad lifestyle looks so easy when...
View ArticleThe best and worst foods to eat on a plane, according to an airline meal expert
Nikos Loukas has sampled airline meals on around 400 flights with over 50 airlines as the creator of inFlightFeed, an online guide to airplane food. “I've always loved planes, I love food, so it's kind...
View ArticleThis is what it’s like inside Hong Kong’s rabbit cafe
The Rabbitland Café in Hong Kong offers food, drinks, and the chance to play and pet with some pretty cute four-legged friends.Video courtesy of Reuters.Follow TI:On FacebookJoin the conversation about...
View Article5 countries to visit that you couldn't travel to before
The world is a big and beautiful place that travelers wish to explore. Unfortunately, some countries are closed to visitors, especially American travelers. Today, the U.S. has issued serious travel...
View Article13 tips to avoid getting sick on a flight
There is nothing worse than getting off of a flight to feel a cold settling in.And while you can't predict when you'll be on the same flight as someone who is sick, there are steps you can take to walk...
View ArticleA 31-year-old who's been traveling the world for 5 years gives her best...
A month before her 26th birthday, Nina Ragusa landed in Bangkok, Thailand.About five years later, Ragusa has only been back to the US twice.Her mission is to live on all seven continents (she doesn't...
View ArticleThe best destinations for seeing fall colors in America
You don't have to travel far to take in the phenomenon of fall foliage. All across the U.S., from New England to the Pacific Northwest, deciduous trees put on their dazzling display of color. Leaf...
View ArticleStunning photos of the vanishing tribes of Vietnam
There are a total of 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam.French photographer Réhahn has photographed 40 of them so far, and is planning to document all of them.The portraits he's captured provide a glimpse...
View ArticleA man who's been traveling for 10 years shares his best trick to find cheap...
After quitting his job during a trip to Thailand in 2005 and continuing on to travel the world for over 10 years, Matt Kepnes — better known as Nomadic Matt — has picked up a few tricks to get the best...
View ArticleHow I traveled to 8 countries in Europe and Asia with only $2,700
As someone who's spent the past three years traveling on a shoestring budget, nothing has taught me more about budget travel than getting my wallet stolen three days into a six-week trip.Using a little...
View ArticleThis smart suitcase is the best carry-on bag I’ve ever used, and it's worth...
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships so we may get a share of the revenue from your purchase.Whether you’re trekking through...
View ArticleThe most popular drunk food in 21 cities around the world
One thing is the same around the world: drunk people get hungry. No matter where you are, when the bars come to a close, tipsy masses are left to find their food fixes in diners, street stalls, and...
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