How To Override Your Hotel’s Thermostat
Now that just seems sheisty, doesn’t it? That’s not going to stop us from telling you how to do it. read more »
The Things You Can Still Ask For on a Plane
There are things that are still free on a plane? Ok, apparently. read more »
The Best U.S. Airline for Award Flights? Try Southwest
Oops, cat’s out of the bag. Now what about the rest? read more »
Erica Ho // May. 13, 2013 // CommentUnited (Sorta) Introduces an Annual Checked-Bag Subscription
Is it possible United has finally managed to do something right? Seriously, I’m still not happy about you guys jacking up your change fee. read more »
On Packing the Right Type of Clothes for Traveling
It’s time for a little girl advice. Contrary to popular belief, viewing a mountain top in a North Face jacket does not make it ten times better. read more »
Can’t Figure Out How Much to Tip? Here’s a Map
It’s not a definitive guide to tipping etiquette around the world, but its a start. read more »
Why Bereavement Fares Are Hardly Worth the Cost
When I used to live on the other side of the world, I always dreaded about getting ‘the call.’ Simply, all it meant to me was that even if I got on the next flight, I would never make it in time. read more »
Erica Ho // Apr. 24, 2013 // 3 CommentsIt’s Time to Book That Summer Vacation Now
I’m going to hibernate for the summer, but I’m just letting you know if you plan on going anywhere from now to the end of August, you better buy your tickets before April is over. read more »
How To Instantly Obtain Hilton HHonors Gold Status
Or basically how to get free Wi-Fi every time you stay at a Hilton. read more »
How Rick Steves Personally Plans His Itineraries
I take it if the guy has launched a business empire on European travel, he probably knows a thing or two about trip planning. read more »
Erica Ho // Apr. 10, 2013 // CommentRediscovering the Joys of Curbside Check-In
To be fair, I totally forgot that curbside check-in even existed until I rolled up to the airport this past Friday. read more »
Can Renting a Car Save Money on Airport Parking?
Well, possibly. If you’re going for a reeeally long time somewhere, it may just make sense to rent a car instead of paying to have your car sit in an empty airport parking lot. read more »
United’s TravelBank Gives Cash Back on Flights
Here’s a little secret: If you book directly on United’s website enough, they’ll give you money back after you’ve booked a few flights – even if it’s for someone else. read more »
The Process for Joining the Global Entry Program
The last thing I like to do after a 17-hour trip is to stand in line at customs for over an hour. (I’d rather be taking a shower.) But you gotta do it, unless you’re a Global Entry member. read more »
Which Countries Actually Speak English?
No quieres aprender un lengua? I get it, you just want an easy vacation. It’s also the same reason why I keep daydreaming about Fiji beaches. read more »












