News You Can Use – November 28, 2018

Last Updated on January 31, 2024

The Best Sites For Travel Deals

Let’s face it: traveling can get expensive. When you factor in flights, hotels, transportation, food, and activities, planning a trip can become overwhelming and stressful. That’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive guide to all the major travel deal sites for plane tickets, hotels and home rentals, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages…  Travel + Leisure

The 20 Best-Selling Travel Products On Amazon

When it comes to peer reviews, you can’t beat the world’s biggest online retailer. So when Amazon puts an item on one of its best-selling lists (which are updated hourly, by the way), you know the product: A) really works and B) is worth the money. In the travel accessories department, the absolute winner is….  Travel + Leisure

European River Cruises Hit A New Obstacle: Not Enough Water

Months of drought have left water levels on Germany’s Rhine, and rivers like the Danube and the Rhone, river at record lows, making passage difficult for some cruise ships. Some trips are being cut short cut short because the water is too shallow for the ships to continue on…  The New York Times

Why Airlines’ Basic Economy Fares Are Designed To Make You Want A Better Seat

When buying an airline ticket, the old days of choosing between coach and business are long gone. In the never-ending effort to pad thin margins, airlines have become more sophisticated merchants. They’ve created an array of travel options — particularly in the economy cabin — where a new, stripped-down fare awaits the most frugal travelers. They call it basic economy…  Dallas Morning News

Best Hotels In The World That Are Surprisingly Cheap

There’s a common misconception that you have to pay top dollar to get the best. Sure, some luxury properties cost a pretty penny for the level of service you receive, but you could be surprised by just how many actually are affordable. A tiny budget doesn’t mean you have to stay in a tiny hotel…  USA Today