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Top 10 Budget-Friendly Destinations

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Repost of my guest article on the travel blog Ready to Check In . Finding the best location for a winter getaway that won’t drain your bank account can be tricky. Thankfully, Kayak releases an annual Travel Hacker Guide with a ranking of the top 10 budget-friendly destinations. Where will you go this year? Note: prices are subject to fluctuation according to season. Photo courtesy of  cityofguadalaraja.com 1. Guadalajara, Mexico 41% less than average trip cost Average nightly hotel price: $61 - $68 Top Rated Attractions : Guadalajara Zoo Instituto Cultural Cabanas museum Expiatory Temple Bosque Colomos garden Guadalajara Cathedral Photo courtesy of  visitcalgary.com 2. Calgary, Canada 32% less than average trip cost Average nightly hotel price: $87 - $95 Top Rated Attractions : Heritage Park Historical Village Calgary Stampede The Calgary Zoo Prince's Island Park Spruce Meadows Photo courtesy of  orlando.com 3. Orlando, Fl

10 Tips for Holiday Traveling

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Repost of my guest article on the travel blog  Ready to Check In . The holiday season can be stressful for travelers trying to make it home to their loved ones. Airports are packed, people are grumpy, and the lines are long and time consuming. What if you could avoid these downsides and make your trip more enjoyable? Here are 10 tips to improve your holiday traveling experience. 1. Budget extra time Arriving early to an airport is a game changer! Frequent flyers know to arrive at an airport at least one hour before a flight. However, during the holiday season, airports become slammed with an influx of homesick travelers ready to get on their way. Lines are longer than usual, TSA agents are extra vigilant, and the general attitude is one of stress and anxiety over making flights on time. Avoid catching that feeling by arriving at the airport at least a couple hours earlier than usual, so you can stay confident that you will have no issue making your flight on time, even i

Hostels 101

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Repost of my guest article on the travel blog Ready to Check In . Hostels are becoming an increasingly popular option for young adults while traveling. The low prices are enticing to many, and travelers are often willing to sacrifice a little privacy in order to save some money. You may be wondering, what is a hostel and why should I consider staying in one on my next trip? Put simply, a hostel is a budget-friendly accommodation that focuses on a social atmosphere. Hostels are different from other options such as hotels and Airbnb in two major ways: the low prices, and the people. Due to its shared-space environment, hostels are able to charge travelers much less per night than a hotel. “Shared space” doesn’t always equal bunk beds and dorm rooms, as many hostels around the world also offer individual rooms for rent. However, this shared space will almost certainly equate to a communal kitchen or lounging area. This communal atmosphere is a huge draw for man

Airbnb vs. Hotel

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Repost of my guest article on the travel blog Ready to Check In . When booking travel, you are faced with the important question: Where should I stay? Multiple factors come into play, such as location and quality of service. However, the biggest factor in inspiring you to hit that purchase button, ends up being the price. For that reason, many travelers have been turning to Airbnb as their preferred method of stay over a hotel. In this blog, we’re going to compare the benefits of these two options, arming you with the information you need to make the best decision for your upcoming travels. Why should I choose a hotel? Hotels have long been one of the only options available to travelers seeking for a place to stay for a night. Due to this high competition, hotel chains offer some impressive amenities to entice guests to choose their location over others in the area. These amenities often include access to a hotel pool, a complimentary breakfast, and a concier

The Best of Las Vegas

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Repost of my guest article on the travel blog Ready to Check In . Planning a trip to Las Vegas can be a daunting experience. With a plethora of luxurious hotels, classy restaurants, and exciting activities, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when attempting to find the best bang for your buck. Here you will find a comprehensive list of the best that Las Vegas has to offer as rated by fellow travelers: Top 10 Las Vegas Hotels on the Strip Top 10 Las Vegas Restaurants Top 10 Las Vegas Shows Ways to Save on a Las Vegas Trip Top 10 Las Vegas Hotels on the Strip U.S. News & World Report creates an annual ranking of the highest-rated hotels in Las Vegas “based on an analysis of industry awards, hotel star ratings and user ratings”. They partner with TripAdvisor to provide traveler reviews and ratings, as well as amenities. Here are the top 10 luxury hotels in Las Vegas for 2018. 1. Waldorf Astoria, Las Vegas (formerly known as Mandarin Oriental, Las Ve