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The Best Holiday Gifts Under $50 for Travelers

Marco Verch/Flickr ‘Tis the season to shop until you drop, and we’ve got a list of travel gifts that will please even the most frequent of fliers. Being avid travelers ourselves, we’ve stuck with tried-and-true products that take a load off travel stress. Whether you’re looking for something for your travel-loving parents, sister, spouse, best…

The Best New Travel Products of 2018

Traveling is exciting, but it sure can bring challenges every step of the way. Great gear can make all the difference. Here are 13 brand-new products (thank you, 2018) designed to de-hassle the travel experience, whether that means staying connected with hiking buddies while off the grid or just trying to get that sand out…

The Best Cyber Monday Deals for Travelers

Mondays are rarely celebrated, but Cyber Monday is the exception. Today (until midnight) is the day for the best online shopping deals of the year. Online retailers dramatically reduce millions of items to entice folks to start their holiday shopping. So how did we decide which sales to share? We chose products that are rarely…

The 14 Best Travel Beauty Products in Sephora’s 2018 Holiday Sale

Calling all beauty product lovers! The time is now — and we mean right now — to stock up on your favorite travel beauty essentials, cross some holiday shopping off your list, and maybe try out a few products you’ve had your eye on. Sephora is hosting its glorious loyalty program sale today through Monday.…

The 6 Best and Most Effective Umbrellas for Travel

We certainly hope you’ll never encounter rain on your travels, but occasional stormy skies are an unfortunate fact of life. To prevent getting soggy (or burned in the sun) while on the road, it’s smart to always pack an umbrella. Sure, you could just grab a $10 disposable version at a convenience store. Or, you…


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How to Pack Your Toiletries Without Making a Mess

Jack Kennard/Flickr Packing toiletries can be the bane of an organized traveler’s existence. First, there’s the agony of making sure everything — liquids, aerosols, gels, creams, pastes, and powders — fits within the TSA’s carry-on guidelines. Then, you have to worry about shampoo bottles and makeup leaking and making a gooey mess in your suitcase.…

The One Travel Pillow You Need

Travel pillows can make all the difference when it comes to getting some much-needed sleep while crammed into a tiny airplane seat. Unfortunately, not all travel pillows are created equal. There are hundreds of models and styles on the market, from zany to classic, but you only need one reliable option. That’s where we come…

What to Pack for an Alaskan Cruise

Terrace Pool on Ruby Princess/Oyster A popular way to see Alaska is by cruise, as it gives travelers an up-close view of its stellar coastline and glaciers. Plus, it makes covering the huge state far easier and quicker. While Alaskan sailings have similar protocols and must-take items as other cruises (think sunscreen, luggage tags, and…

What to Pack for Thailand (and What to Buy There)

Phi Phi Relax Beach Resort, Thailand/Oyster I made so many packing mistakes on a recent trip to Thailand. I schlepped at least a dozen items 9,000 miles, give or take, only to find them readily available and for cheap all over the country. On the flip side, there were things that would have made a…

What to Pack When You Won’t Have Shower Access on Vacation

While traveling, there are many times when a long, hot shower (or even a quick cold rinse) just isn’t an option. Whether you’re camping in a national park, partying at Burning Man, or visiting a destination that’s completely off the grid, there may come a time when you have to pack for a trip that…


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