Newsflash, Google Maps Proves That the Earth Isn’t Flat

October 16, 2018 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Let’s forget for a minute that Columbus Day hasn’t just passed.

Culture & Science Photography Technology Tools

The Best Method for Sharing Photos to a Group of People

September 26, 2018 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Long gone are the days where emailing and texting people other photos is the best way to share.¹ In the name of efficiency and technology!

Flights Packing Technology Tools Transit

KAYAK Tool Figures Out If Can You Stuff That Bag in the Overhead Bin (iOS)

September 24, 2018 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Suffice it to say, if a suitcase isn’t manufactured to fit into the overhead bin these days, that’s a failure.

Budget Money Tools Trip Planning

Calculator: How Much Does It Cost to Take Time Off Work?

September 7, 2018 MH Staff Less than a minute to read

Here’s a little handy dandy calculator for figuring out how much it costs to take (unpaid) time off from work.

Cars Ground Tools Transit Trip Planning

These Calculators Will Figure Out the Cost of Gas for Road Trips

August 23, 2018 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Cheaper to fly? Cheaper to drive? Probably should figure out how much gas is actually going to cost.

Flights Money Technology Tools Transit Trip Planning

Here’s How To Filter Out Basic Economy Fares in Google Flights

August 16, 2018 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

Here’s how to beat the jerks at their own game. Basic economy, take that!

Connectivity Technology Tools Trip Planning

Datally Sets Data Usage Limits to Curb International Roaming Fees

June 19, 2018 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

Is there a reason you still don’t have T-Mobile? Okay, I accept that its coverage may not be great everywhere. Data coverage isn’t perfect.

Itinerary Leisure Technology Tools Trip Planning

KAYAK’s Trip Huddle Is Another Great Tool for Group Travel Planning

May 31, 2018 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Hey KAYAK! Not sure why we just got the memo on this one.

Cars Ground Technology Tools Transit

The Android Auto App Should Be Your Main Driving Squeeze This Summer

May 10, 2018 Erica Ho 2 minute read

Android Auto wha? I mean, we’ve all heard of Google Maps.

Bus Ground Technology Tools Transit

Busbud Searches all the Buses, Everywhere

April 18, 2018 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

Because no one enjoyed searching ten different bus companies, said anyone ever.

Connectivity Technology Tools Trip Planning

How To Enable Wi-Fi Calling in Google Voice

April 12, 2018 Erica Ho 1 minute read

In terms of connectivity, Wi-Fi calling is the holy grail when it comes to staying connected abroad. It’s also part of the reason that make WhatsApp so great.

Budget Money Technology Tools Trip Planning

Feeling Stuck? Google Flights Lists the Cheapest Destinations for Locked Dates

March 22, 2018 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

There’s a lot of things going on with Google Flights. But more specifically, the only thing I care about is fitting in a vacation when I can finally jet from work.

Itinerary Leisure Technology Tools Trip Planning

How To Update Personal Recommendations for the Modern Era

March 14, 2018 Erica Ho 1 minute read

It’s time to stop emailing people long text descriptions on where to eat. (Or upgrade those old recommendations, which hopefully still pass muster.)

Itinerary Leisure Technology Tools Trip Planning

The Best Tools for Group Travel Planning

March 6, 2018 Erica Ho 3 minute read

So, how to organize a big destination trip with more than one person? Hmmm.

Technology Tools Trip Planning

LibGen.io May Be the World’s Biggest Free E-Book Resource Out There

February 20, 2018 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

In terms of travel gadgets, the Kindle may singlehandedly be the best thing out there since sliced bread.

Flights Money Sponsored Technology Tools

AirHelp Automatically Checks for Delayed Flight Compensation

January 17, 2018 Sponsored Post 2 minute read

This sponsored post is brought to you by AirHelp.

Imagine a service that automatically tells you all the delayed compensation you’re entitled to, without lifting a finger.*

Airports Budget Money Tools Trip Planning

Calculator: Figure Out How Much Booking at the Airport Will Save

January 16, 2018 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

Anything to save a dollar. But if that allows us to save for another trip, I guess you’ll do it.

Airlines Flights Tools Transit

Mad Libs! The Airline Complaint Letter That’s Already Written for You

November 27, 2017 Erica Ho 1 minute read

It’s surprising that no one has made a Mad Libs-style complaint form yet. Because American seriously f&*!ed up over the weekend.

Flights Loyalty Money Tools Trip Planning

Calculator: Should You Book a Paid or Award Ticket?

July 17, 2017 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

Because we like to maximize those miles, above all else.

Budget Flights Money Tools Transit Trip Planning

The Best Tools for Finding Mistake Fares

June 27, 2017 Erica Ho 3 minute read

Because who doesn’t want to go to New Zealand for $400? But be forewarned that there’s generally a lot of work in trying to find these deals.

Gear Reviews Technology Tools

Review: The Chipolo Plus Is a Bluetooth Tracker for People Who Lose Everything

June 20, 2017 Erica Ho 3 minute read

Everyone knows a kid that is always losing everything. I may or may not have been that kid. But back then, this tech didn’t exist.

Family Leisure Photography Tools

Review: Should Flytographer Be Your Travel Photographer?

May 29, 2017 Erica Ho 6 minute read

Sometimes selfie sticks are great. Sometimes its also great to pay a human to be a selfie stick.

Itinerary News Technology Tools Trip Planning

Google Earth Adds Points of Interest, Postcards on Chrome and Android

April 18, 2017 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

In time for Earth Day, Google is launching its biggest update to Google Earth in two years.

North America Tools

This Calculator Figures Out If the CityPass New York C3 Is Worth It.

March 8, 2017 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Generally, we don’t cover things like this. I like to do things myself.

Expat Technology Tools Trip Planning

These Postal Services Will Check Your (Snail) Mail While You’re Gone

March 7, 2017 Erica Ho 3 minute read

Become reeeeeally good friends with your roommate. Or work those blood-related connections (and change all those addresses to their home). But paying for a service is also an option.

Connectivity Technology Tools

How Google Voice’s Newest Update Compares Against WhatsApp

March 2, 2017 Erica Ho 2 minute read

It’s about time Google Voice rolled out group messaging and MMS support.

Business Expat Money Technology Tools

Review: How Does TransferWise Stack Up for International Money Transfers?

March 1, 2017 Erica Ho 3 minute read

There’s a couple of ways to move cash around the world. Some of it involves brokerage accounts, some of it involves carrying drug-dealer levels of money onto a plane.

Expat Money Technology Tools

TransferWise’s Facebook Messenger Bot Isn’t Great for Sending Money

February 23, 2017 Erica Ho Less than a minute to read

Please support more than seven currencies versus the 38 supported on the website (does USD count?).

Flights Loyalty Tools Trip Planning

Where to Credit Finds the Best Frequent Flyer Program for Flights

February 14, 2017 Erica Ho 1 minute read

These miles, they are useless, the whole lot.

Budget Money Packing Tools Trip Planning

TOOL: Calculate How Much Bringing Your Own Toiletries Will Save

February 1, 2017 Erica Ho 1 minute read

Because it’s 2017 and it’s reaaaally time to clean up that act. Make it a part of those New Year’s resolutions.

Flights Technology Tools Trip Planning

Download Google’s OnTheFly App Before It Completely Disappears

January 24, 2017 Erica Ho 2 minute read

Since I’ve started traveling in 2009, I’ve seen United devalue its program to kingdom come, the famous Canadian exception come to an end and Pluto get demoted from planet to dwarf planet.