#travel-tips

#travel-tips

To avoid the sorry state of surviving on free U.S. airline snacks, Ocampo recommended packing or buying "foods high in protein and fiber that keep you feeling full for hours." For high-fiber picks, she suggested fresh fruits like apple slices or grapes. Oranges also make a great in-flight snack because they're hydrating, easy to carry, and contain 3 grams of fiber in a medium-sized fruit. Ocampo added energy bites, cheese sticks, cookies, muffins, and breads to her snack list, as well.

Rachel Mayer Friem is a part-time communication professor at the University of Pittsburgh, a full-time storyteller, and someone who has never been able to sit still for very long.

And while the city is known for its food, fashion, and design, I think part of what makes Copenhagen feel so special is how closely connected it is to nature and open space-something worth keeping in mind when planning a visit here.

"The tops of our mountains may not be as dramatic as some of the peaks on the west coast of Scotland, but for me, it's the recesses that are really magical," says Lotti Papastavrou Brooks, referencing the lochs, coires, and glens within the park.

I packed everything I wanted to keep with me in my roomette in a smaller bag, including snacks, entertainment devices, toiletries, and clothes to sleep in.

Trader Joe's Trek Mix is a favorite for road trips, containing cashews, almonds, and chocolate chips. It’s filling and satisfies a sweet tooth without being overly salty.

If you've attached a Pebblebee Clip to your luggage, you can pop it out and put it in your pocket for when you grab dinner by yourself while you're traveling.

"Thieves tend to target visitors who are not familiar with local customs. You should also be aware of common scams that are typical in certain cities or countries."

Cassis is an incredibly unique town in the South of France near Marseille. It happens to not only have beautiful beaches and cute winding streets: it's also right next to Calanques National Park, a breathtaking natural area with miniature fjords with turquoise waters.

Kylian Mbappé, the first-ever wellness ambassador for Fairmont Hotels, emphasizes that well-being is a holistic approach: moving, recovering, breathing, and recentering, which can be practiced anywhere.

Letting the airline pick your seat might feel like the easiest option, but it often means ending up in less desirable spots-like middle seats, back rows, or areas near bathrooms and galleys.

"We always recommend that clients photograph their luggage before a trip, including the exterior of the bag, the luggage tag, and the contents inside," Rob Merlin, a travel advisor at SmartFlyer, stated. This practice not only aids in identification but also provides peace of mind and serves as evidence for insurance purposes in case of loss or damage.

Semi-private flights, also known as fly-sharing or charter-by-the-seat services, are realistically the cheapest way to fly private, as they allow you to pay for one seat rather than the entire aircraft.

Visiting only one island limits the experience in the Maldives, as the archipelago consists of nearly 1,200 islands, many of which are uninhabited. Island-hopping is essential to fully appreciate the beauty and diversity of the region.

"A visit to the Palace of Versailles is truly a walk through history, not to mention one of the most beautifully preserved palaces one can visit."

The flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, is one I'll never forget, and I'd do it again just to eat kaya toast once more.

One of the biggest mistakes passengers make is arriving at the bag drop or ticket counter with luggage that exceeds the airline limit, resulting in a mad dash to repack and shift items between bags.

The act of scooping up leftover sauce, oil, or butter from your dish with bread is so ingrained into Italian culture that there's actually a name for it: Fare la scarpetta, which translates to 'make the little shoe.' The bread, which is dragged around the plate to collect every last bit of flavor, is a cherished part of the dining experience in Italy.

A recent SITA Baggage Insights Report shows that as of early 2025, the global baggage mishandling rate is approximately 7.6 bags per 1,000 passengers, with Europe the worst-performing region at 12.3 mishandled bags per 1,000 passengers.

The longest flight in the world-the 19-hour non-stop from New York's JFK to Singapore's Changi airport-is no easy feat. It was me, myself, and I against 9,537 miles in the air, on my way to the glitzy Lion City for a reporting trip. The flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, is one I'll never forget, and I'd do it again just to eat kaya toast once more.

The biggest cause for slowdowns at checkpoints is when passengers simply forget the TSA's key rules. Those who try to bring prohibited items like liquids over 3.4 ounces and firearms through the checkpoint will ultimately slow down the process. Small oversights can add up quickly, and even the most well-traveled passenger can recall a time when they forgot they had a half-filled water bottle or a small pocket knife, leading to extra time in line.