If you’ve been using the same travel rewards credit card for years, odds are you can get better value from another one. A CreditCards.com survey found 21 million people never change credit cards, and 32 million more have been using the same credit card for 10 or more years. In most cases, this […]
According to CreditCards.com, 31 million Americans haven’t changed credit cards in more than a decade – and two thirds are still using their first credit card. If this describes you, you’re missing out on a bonanza of free flights, complimentary travel incidentals, VIP benefits and perks big banks dole out to entice you to […]
"Travel needn't be expensive, and having the time of your life needn't cost a thing." – Russell Hannon Inflation and the post-pandemic travel surge buoyed the going rate of travel in 2023. Fortunately, you needn’t pay the going rate to travel. Whether you are holding off on a trip due to the […]
Tips for Glampers & Budget Travelers If you've been following me on Facebook or Twitter (@Russellhannon), you likely know I have a weekly Budget Travel segment on CBC. It has me staying close to home for the summer, as I have to appear live in studio. This suits my travel style as I tend to travel most during the shoulder season when there are fewer travelers, prices are lower, and the temperature is comfortable in […]
'How-To' guide for luxury accommodations deals anywhere in the world. Travel is an industry that sells temporary luxury - which is why the average one-week vacation for a family of four costs the same as the average monthly at home cost of living. But luxury resorts (and private rentals) routinely charge varying […]
Crowded airports, long lines and crammed planes are part of the travel experience. If airlines added the following travel etiquette tips to their pre-departure safety presentation, it could a long way in making the travel experience great again (or at least a bit less tedious). With many trips starting at the airport, that's where we'll start with unwritten rules of flying etiquette. CLICK […]
When's the last time a trip cost less than you expected? This travel spending survey says 68% of travelers overspend when on vacation. If you're like most people, you likely don't get to travel as much as you'd like to. And when you finally do break away for a quick escape, you justify overspending using the logic you deserve it, […]
Are airfare costs are keeping you from booking a trip?Are you sure you're getting the best available fares? Keep this article within arm's reach next time you plan a trip to quickly find cheap flights online. Even if you have no issue with what you pay for airfare, odds are others are getting better fares on […]
