Travel Tips

Renting a car on KAYAK takes less than 10 minutes if you know what you’re looking for. Learn all about how to rent a car and get a good deal. How does car rental work? So you’ve decided to rent a car. You may be gearing up for a long road trip with your family, […]

When you rent a car, it’s best to get car rental insurance. This guide covers where to buy insurance from, what type of coverage to get, and what those policies cover. Do I need car rental insurance? The short answer is: yes, you definitely need it! The tricky part is knowing what type of insurance

“Where’s my passport?” It’s a question many people ask as they endure the long passport application process. The bad news: Passport applications and renewals take weeks, if not months. The good news: Tracking your passport status is easy. Here’s how to check the status of your passport in just a few simple steps. How do

Nobody likes long lines. If you’re an American flying home from an international trip, Mobile Passport Control is a free app that can expedite your entry into the U.S. at the airport. All you have to do is download the app, fill out your information upon arrival, and use the special Mobile Passport line at

There are many reasons why people work from a hotel or ‘WFH’, especially travelers. Working from the right hotel can offer a well-equipped workspace, high-speed Wi-Fi, and access to other hotel amenities like room service, fitness centers, and co-working spaces. However, not all hotels are equal. When selecting a hotel for work, consider factors such

For decades, millions of people have been able to travel to Europe with little more than a valid passport and a return ticket. But starting in 2025, that will change. The European Union (E.U.) intends to launch the ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) program in 2025, requiring all visa-exempt travelers to obtain pre-clearance

Need a new photo for your passport, but prefer to take it at home to save time and effort? Taking a passport photo at home can be both practical and cost-effective. However, it requires attention to detail and strict adherence to precise guidelines. This article will walk you through the steps on how to take

You’ve just wrapped up an incredible getaway and your suitcase is packed and resting by the door. There’s just one more task you need to do before going home: checking out of the hotel. But how do you know when the hotel check-out time is? And do you need to actually go to the front

There are lots of tricks of the trade that frequent travelers pick up along the way. In this article I have gathered my favorite travel and hotel hacks. I use many of these every week and they make traveling not only easier, but much more enjoyable. Room hacks When you arrive at your hotel room,

Did you know that a famous French designer lived at the Ritz Hotel in Paris for 37 years? Beyond that, the Chelsea Hotel in New York City is also famous for being home to popular celebrities. So yes, you can live in a hotel (and many have), but would you want to? I have personally