Travel tips

Stuffing your luggage is not only inconvenient; nowadays, it will also cost you. Many airlines are becoming stricter about overweight baggage charges and have limits for carry-on bags, and travellers who fail to follow baggage regulations could easily rack up a few hundred dollars in charges for travelling with a heavy suitcase.

You don’t have to travel to Mexico or the Caribbean to visit a great beach destination. Many of us are too busy to take a week off from work, and sometimes all we can spare is a weekend. The good news is that there are many beach destinations in the United States that are closer than you think. Depending on where you live, a weekend beach getaway may be only a short drive across the Canadian border or a quick flight down the coast.

When visiting a new city, people often want to see as much as they can during their stay. They want to see the top sights, find the most efficient ways to travel through the city and they want to do it all at a good price.

The time of year you decide to travel can have a huge impact on your travel experience. While most people tend to travel during the peak season, if you have the flexibility, travelling during the off-season is worth considering. Sure, things like weather and availability of attractions are also worth considering, but these will vary when you research locations and look at your travel options.

Not a fan of camping? Many people have no desire to spend a night in the woods, roast marshmallows by a fire, sleep in a tent or deal with bugs, bugs and more bugs.

The 2016 Summer Olympic Games are approaching quickly. The Olympic Games bring the world together. Athletes from countries from all over the world meet in the same place in celebration of sport and competition to find out who is the world’s best.