I recently flew solo with my 14-month-old son on his first airplane ride. Most airlines let you gate-check strollers & car seats for FREE. Since I knew that I would need a car seat once I arrived at my destination (and I wouldn’t be comfortable renting one), I made a portable car seat dolly using a cheap luggage cart! After attaching the car seat to the luggage cart, I could use it like a stroller to get him from the car to the plane AND keep him confined while exploring the airports during layovers.
Air Travel
If you'll be traveling by air in the coming months, then start here before you plan your trip. If you haven't boarded a plane in awhile, then you probably have some questions about airline security and how to save money on air travel. We've got some honest (and helpful) info about air travel that you should consider when planning your trip.
Jennifer Lawrence Breaks The Taboo Of ‘Women Peeing Standing Up’… Because When You Gotta Go, You Gotta Go!
Say what? A female urination device? You’ve got to be kidding! Nope, I’m not. A pee funnel is popular with actresses, brides, and female outdoor enthusiasts. I bet you’ve said, ‘If only I could pee standing up!’ at least once. Try a pee funnel like Jennifer Lawrence did. It’s quicker, easier, and cleaner.
Cheap Vacations: 4 Unique Ideas From A Frequent Traveler (…Who’s Always On A Budget!)
Unique tips for pulling off cheap vacations. I’ve enjoyed many cheap (and FUN) trips by using these clever ideas…
Travel Insurance: 6 Reasons Why It’s Essential For Expensive Trips And Traveling Abroad
Travel insurance is a must when traveling for business or vacation. But sometimes people want to skip it to save money. Top reasons to buy travel insurance!
Budget Cruising: 4 Tips To Help You Find The Best Cruise Deals
When you’re trying to find the best cruise deals that will ultimately give you the best value for your money, chances are you’ll be asking yourself ‘Is It too good to be true?’ at some point. Here are 4 tips to help you find the best cruise deals rather than being caught off-guard by the fine print that lies in the details.
This Is The Best Travel Pillow… Ever!
I use my favorite and best travel pillow more than most. I use it when I’m on a plane AND when I’m camping. Yep, my inflatable travel pillow is so comfortable that I actually use it for more than just short trips when I need a neck pillow temporarily. I also use it for sleeping. Here’s why this travel pillow is my absolute favorite …and why it has lasted over a decade!
5 Little-Known Travel Tips That Will Save You Lots Of Money
This video shows how to save big money when you travel.
Saving Money On Your Summer Vacation
Summer vacations are a great time to take a break and relax….but it shouldn’t break the bank doing so. Here are some pointers to help save money on your vacation that won’t affect your good time.
Saving Money on Airfare With Southwest Airlines
You can save money by signing up for Southwest Airline’s Ding alerts. It’s a fun online tool that notifies you about upcoming flights at discounted rates. It’s great when you’re looking to make flight reservations.
What It’s Like To Take An Open-Pit Ride In A Bi-Plane
Care to take an open cockpit aerobatic flight in a 1940’s-era Navy bi-plane?
Some Interesting Airport, Airline & Security Facts
Whether you travel a little or a lot, here are some interesting — and humorous — tidbits regarding airline travel including: some check-in facts, all about security checkpoints, the highest rated airports, an airline security loophole, and more!
