News You Can Use – February 13, 2019

Last Updated on January 13, 2023

 

Where Your U.S. Dollar Will Go Far in Spring

You could sit around waiting for summer to set off on your next big trip, but you’ll be bumping elbows and racking up peak-season-priced receipts the whole way. Springtime, however, affords a more laid-back, wallet-friendly appeal, as much of the Northern Hemisphere awakes from its winter slumber, with flowers—and deals—abloom…  Afar

Most Efficient U.S. Road Trip Of All Time

Randy Olson, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Pennsylvania, mapped out a super-efficient — and super-ambitious — way to see the contiguous United States. He devised his cross-country road trip, combining algorithms and Google Maps, so he could visit 48 capitol buildings…  Travel + Leisure

Hotels Try Some New Tricks

From televisions in every room to smartphone room keys, the hotel industry has evolved to stay at least on pace with travelers. Now, challenged by Airbnb, new hotels are toying with everything – including adjusting your room rate based on your satifaction…   The New York Times

Hawaii Flight Prices Drop After Southwest Test Flight

Southwest Airlines’ successful test flight to Hawaii last week already appears to be forcing competitors to lower fares. Flights from San Francisco to Honolulu are now as cheap as $358 round trip – that’s almost 50% cheaper than previous fares…  Dallas Morning News

Tripadvisor’s List Of Best World Hotels For 2019

For 2019, the United States leads in TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice award for hotels, with 165 of its properties making the list. Italy followed closely with 164 properties and Spain with 163 winners. Overall, TripAdvisor recognized 7,812 properties in 94 countries…  USA Today