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When Courtney Hardie was growing up, vacation meant one thing: a week in her grandfather’s “remote fishing cabin” in Ontario, Canada. The cabin had no electricity or running water, so the family used an outhouse and bathed in the lake. “While I have lovely memories of this, I always felt like I missed out on

Cristóbal Alvarado Minic via Getty Images There are certain protocols you should follow if you encounter someone causing a disruption on a flight. In-flight disturbances caused by passengers tend to make headlines. These incidents range from attacks on flight attendants to disputes over crying babies to full-on threats to the plane. “Air travel is a

Alexander Spatari via Getty Images Every type of traveler — from occasional to frequent flyers — has an opinion about food served on planes, whether they’re appreciative of the fare or starkly opposed to eating anything that was precooked and then heated up in the air. But how do the people tasked with preparing and

Thomas Barwick via Getty Images Don’t forget to take advantage of complimentary services and guest amenities that will enhance your stay. Staying at a luxury hotel is an unforgettable experience that most people don’t get to enjoy too often. So when you save up your pennies or pool together your credit card points to splurge

Copyright Artem Vorobiev via Getty Images The London town where “Ted Lasso” is set is truly picturesque. Just a 30-minute train ride from central London, the town of Richmond wasn’t on most Americans’ radar until “Ted Lasso” ascended to pop culture prominence. The hit Apple TV+ series is set and partly filmed there, providing viewers

As we approach the summer travel season, many American families are planning special trips to their favorite beach towns, famous cities and even international destinations. But for others, the perfect family vacation involves exploring the great outdoors and doing it right here in our own backyards. National parks have reported record numbers of visitors in

Thomas Barwick via Getty Images “There are times when our desires are secondary to the health and safety of others,” one etiquette expert advised. Summer is approaching, which means pools around the country are finally starting to reopen for the season. But as fun as it is to swim and lounge with friends, your fellow

Flight delays often have typical explanations ― bad weather, technical issues or late-arriving crews, for instance. But then there are the less common reasons, bizarre occurrences, like bees congregating on the wing or a mysterious rice spill in the aisle. As is customary with air travel incidents, passengers often post on Twitter to vent ―

Illustration: Chris McGonigal/HuffPost; Photos: Getty Images Let’s not beat around the bush here: Americans have a way with words. The idioms and sayings we’ve collectively coined through the years run the gamut from folksy (“couldn’t hit the side of a barn”), to adorable (“cool as a cucumber”) to mean and adorable (“not the sharpest knife

Giselleflissak via Getty Images Traveling is an exciting and beloved thing for many people, but it is hard on the environment. Here’s how to reduce your carbon footprint at your hotel. Staying in a hotel can feel like a luxury, but it doesn’t come without a price ― and no, we’re not just talking about

People choose their travel destinations for a variety of reasons ― costs, itinerary options, proximity to loved ones, social media influence and more. But an increasingly popular factor is sustainability. “I believe that not only is green travel becoming more common, but it’s also becoming the overwhelming preference as people are recognizing and standing up

PixelCatchers via Getty Images To maximize value and enjoyment, try to make an informed decision. Staying at a hotel is such a common part of the travel experience that you’d think the process is foolproof. Still, plenty of people make mistakes ― and sometimes end up paying handsomely ― when it comes to booking their

Peter Dazeley via Getty Images A seat’s location in the economy cabin can make a difference in your comfort level. Modern day air travel is famously not the most comfortable experience. After all, who wants to sit in a cramped seat next to strangers in a pressurized metal tube for hours on end? Big budget

HOLLIE ADAMS via Getty Images A traveler studies the information sheet displayed outside a London Underground station as public transport workers hold strikes over pay and conditions. News of the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike has generated headlines (and memes) for two weeks amid the breakdown in negotiations between the screenwriters’ labor union and

As we approach the summer travel season, many people will soon be jetting off to iconic destinations like Rome, Paris, Tokyo and New York City. These cities are popular for a reason ― they’re full of fun attractions, delicious food and picturesque sites. But visitors to such hot spots can also expect massive crowds and

Avid travelers are often on a mission to check off as many bucket list destinations as possible. But some places are so magical that they call for a return visit ― or many. And a lot of these special spots are right here in the United States. “There is truly no place like home,” Kareem

Illustration: Chris McGonigal/HuffPost; Photos: Getty Images There are 171,476 words in current use in the English language, according to the Oxford English Dictionary. If you’re learning English for the first time, it’s a foreboding number. Some of the words are cutesy (kerfuffle, jubilee). Others are onomatopoeic, with a similar sound to the idea they’re describing

Many U.S. capital cities have long been major tourist destinations, like Boston, Denver, Nashville and Austin. There are also the smaller-yet-beloved state capitals like Santa Fe. And more recently, the “Real Housewives” franchise and lifestyle influencer frenzy have put Salt Lake City on the map. Looking beyond those big-name cities, there are many other capitals

Flying can be a hassle for people of any age, with long security lines, flight delays, uncomfortable seats and rude passengers all playing a role. But traveling with little kids takes these minor inconveniences to stressful new heights. Keeping babies and toddlers comfortable, entertained and well-fed for the duration of the flight is no easy

Dobrila Vignjevic via Getty Images If your kid struggles with ear pain on a flight, doctors say there are a few things you can do. Whether you’re a parent or not, you know that when a plane starts to descend, it means one thing: screaming kids. Most of us have experienced the sensation of clogged