"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 […]
This Boston Globe Travel Survey found 60% of people intend to wait at least 6 months after travel restrictions are lifted before flying again. If this describes you, the good news is, that many people I know who book travel as far out as 12-18 months, tell me they get immense satisfaction from the […]
N.B. If you book a room on TripHop (to pocket half the booking commission paid to TripHop by hotels), consider using the link in the article. I get a small referral commission at no cost to you, enabling me to offer free content without any ads.This Fortune survey says 46% of business travelers extend business trips for […]
If you've ever lost your post-holiday glow to a shocking phone bill, I’ll never forget my $2,108 phone bill. Fortunately, roaming costs are on a downtrend, with more ways than ever to minimize and avoid roaming fees. FREE Wi-Fi Networks For starters, I am amazed how easy it has become to rely strictly on Wi-Fi - even […]
