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Usually when we check into a hotel, we enjoy the room for all of 10 minutes before running off to whatever conference/tour/family reunion/wedding festivity we’re in town for. Sound familiar? It’s time to commune with the hotel room you’ve paid for, for once, and wallow in the restorative delight of a hotel staycation. Pack your…
If you still haven’t found the perfect present for the cruise fanatic on your list, have no fear. We’ve amassed a bounty of items at all different prices. These suit avid cruisers and newbies alike, whether they enjoy trips to the Caribbean or Mediterranean, or are just doing a little nautical dreaming. Take a look…
‘Tis the season to start thinking about how you can help the travelers on your gift list. As frequent travelers ourselves, we’ve put together some of the best Amazon presents for $50 and under. These products prove that you don’t have to spend a fortune to give the gift of a better vacation. From in-flight…
You know that point on long-distance flights when your sacrum is screaming, your knees are stiff, and your calves seem to be puffing up into two little hot-air balloons? Smart air travel habits, like drinking lots of water (and skipping free alcohol on international flights — sorry), avoiding salt, and frequently walking the aisle, all…
Pool at the Excellence Oyster Bay/Oyster While the entire point of an all-inclusive vacation in the Caribbean is that you don’t have to think about much, you will have to carefully consider what you’re packing. Yes, an all-inclusive resort takes out the stress of worrying about food, drinks, and activities, there are a range of…
Beach at the Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort/Oyster Aruba is known as “One Happy Island” for a reason. The Caribbean nation is widely celebrated for its white-sand beaches, sparkling blue waters, and trade winds that make for consistently warm and breezy weather. But packing the wrong items or forgetting to bring something essential can easily…
Beach at the Villa Mozart y Macondo, Oaxaca/Oyster If you’re planning a trip to Mexico, there are some things you just can’t leave home without. Swimsuit? Check. Sunscreen? Check. Sunglasses? Check. But if you’re in the mood to refresh your vacation staples, as well as add a few things you might not have thought of,…
Aerial Photography at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa/Oyster Whether you’re heading to Na Pali Coast State Park or relaxing along the beaches of Hanauma Bay, Hawaii’s consistent climate makes it a relatively easy destination to pack for. With average temperatures hovering between 65 and 85 degrees year-round, it’s no surprise that the beautiful…
When it comes to finding the best travel products on the market, it can be tough to suss out which items are worth their salt. Fortunately, the experts at our sister site, SmarterTravel.com, spent hundreds of hours road-testing all kinds of travel gear, from carry-on bags and neck pillows to tech gadgets and walking shoes.…
To go on vacation is to be blissfully free of dirty dishes, errands, and yard work. But while vacationing is all (or at least partially) about letting your daily responsibilities take a nosedive, you’ve still got to keep your essentials together and on your person. But let’s have some fun with that, shall we? After…
