Backpacking Europe is one of my favorite things to do as a traveler. There isn’t a year I don’t criss-cross the continent (except 2020 when no one was crossing Europe). During the summer, hostels burst with life, the Mediterranean sparkles, streets fill with people drinking wine and enjoying the day, and the late night setting…

Finding the money for travel is one of the biggest challenges people face when it comes to taking a trip. It can take years to save up for that dream trip! And, when people finally save up enough and hit the road, what do most of them end up doing? They throw money away on…

Hyatt upgrade certificates can provide great value if you use them strategically. Club access awards give you club lounge access, while Hyatt suite upgrade awards let you confirm a standard suite at booking. I recently used a Hyatt suite upgrade award to confirm a suite at booking for a stay at the Hyatt Regency Cape…

We talk a lot about using your credit card’s benefits for things like trip delays. The peace of mind these perks can add to your trip when something goes awry is fantastic. However, before you get lulled into a false sense of security, remember these perks are not automatic. You must take specific steps to…

With a fleet of 19 ships that offer great food, award-winning entertainment and top-deck jaw-droppers like laser tag, go-karts and waterslides, Norwegian Cruise Line is one of the cruise industry’s most popular brands. But who owns Norwegian Cruise Line? NCL is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, a publicly traded parent company that owns three…