Newsflash, Pennsylvanians: You may have to put your souvenir or gift-giving dreams on hold. Or, at the very least, in a checked bag. There are some odd items that are forbidden in carry-on luggage. A Disclaimer This isn’t a complete list of the bizarre items you can’t bring in a carry-on bag. Always verify with…
Many Nevadans—and Americans as a whole—unknowingly act in ways that pinpoint them as an American tourist when they’re abroad. I’ve been in those shoes. Now that I have over a decade of experience traveling, I’ve developed a keen eye for these funny (and sometimes cringeworthy) American tourist clichés. Here are some of the top contenders….
Massachusetts—and the United States as a whole–has many great things going for it. Our diverse geography, football (the real kind that you throw with your hands), and Fourth of July cookouts are just a few of the things that make the Land of the Free so great. That said, no state or country is perfect….
Cozy towns with an unmistakable Hallmark feeling are located in pockets throughout the U.S. These are the towns with gazebo-filled parks, cheerful window displays, and neighbors who greet you by name. They don’t need a script to feel magical. They just need a few string lights and maybe a harvest fair or snow to set…
Long before passport stamps and Instagram filters, honeymoons were simpler. Your grandparents didn’t need luxury resorts or couples’ massages to feel like they were starting something special before moving into their Florida home. They packed up the car, held hands the whole drive, and checked into places that felt like pure magic at the time….
In a world of giant resorts and crowded boardwalks, some beach towns still move at their own pace. They’re the kind of places where time slows down, shop owners know your name, and nothing’s taller than a palm tree. If you’re craving to head to gentle waves, vintage motels, and small-town charm, these sleepy beach…
New Hampshire’s rising cost of living has many residents looking to save money by moving abroad. The good news for those considering doing so? You can save a significant amount of money if you do your due diligence. U.S. News & World Report determined the easiest countries on one’s bank account that are also great…
All across America, there are hotels that lean all the way into the weird, the whimsical, and the theatrical. Whether you’re sipping coffee in a vintage trailer park or waking up in a treehouse with ocean views, these hotels will make you feel like the star of your own movie. So, pack your bags and…
There’s something about airport security lines that transforms an otherwise average Joe (or Joanna) into being downright rude. It’s not even TSA’s fault. Most of the time, it’s the passengers. One passenger’s having a loud phone call, another’s arguing with TSA about his energy drink, and someone else just forgot to pull out their ID……
Many of us hold stereotypes about other countries, whether we realize it or not. The same is often true of foreigners’ perceptions of the United States. During my over a decade of international travel, I’ve met non-Americans who’ve shared their unknowingly skewed views of the U.S. with me. I’ve also talked with travelers who’ve heard…
