Allison Robertson articles

Man having discussion with family before going on a trip.

I didn’t buy health insurance before my overseas trip, and my dad says it’s mandatory everywhere—but my sister says it’s not. Who’s right?

Is travel health insurance mandatory overseas? Learn which countries require it, when it’s optional, and why skipping coverage can be risky.
March 13, 2026 Allison Robertson
Tourist shopping

I broke the $800 rule during my trip, and my mom says customs can seize everything—am I in trouble?

What happens if you exceed the $800 customs duty-free limit? Learn when U.S. Customs can seize goods and when you’ll simply owe duties.
March 13, 2026 Allison Robertson
Two concerned women packing for a trip.

I did back-to-back trips to Europe, thinking the 90-day limit was per trip, but my mom says it’s a rolling calendar rule—am I in trouble?

Does the Schengen 90-day rule reset per trip? Learn how the rolling 180-day rule works and what happens if you overstay in Europe.
March 13, 2026 Allison Robertson
Fishing

The Best Fishing States in America Ranked for 2026—According to New Data

A new study ranks the best fishing states in America for 2026, revealing how affordability, coastal access, and infrastructure are reshaping where anglers find the best fishing opportunities nationwide.
March 13, 2026 Allison Robertson
Tourists

Europe Is Tightening Travel Rules—Here's What's Changing

Europe will introduce new travel rules in 2026, including the ETIAS travel authorization and digital border checks, meaning visitors from visa-free countries must complete a quick online approval before visiting.
March 12, 2026 Allison Robertson
Woman in Europe

I lived abroad for most of the year, and my dad just mentioned something about a 183-day tax rule—should I be worried?

What is the 183-day tax rule? Learn how living abroad can affect tax residency, dual taxation, and whether you triggered foreign tax obligations.
March 12, 2026 Allison Robertson
Airport

I booked “hidden city” flights to save money, but my dad says airlines can ban me for that—is that actually true?

Can airlines ban you for booking hidden city flights? Learn the risks, airline policies, and what really happens if you skip the final leg of your itinerary.
March 9, 2026 Allison Robertson
Remote work

I worked remotely while visiting Europe on a tourist visa, and my dad says that’s illegal—did I technically break the law?

Is it illegal to work remotely in Europe on a tourist visa? Learn how visa rules apply to digital nomads and whether you technically broke immigration law.
March 6, 2026 Allison Robertson
White Sands Discovery

Ancient human footprints found at White Sands challenge what researchers thought they knew about when humans first stepped foot in North America.

Ancient fossilized footprints discovered at White Sands National Park in New Mexico reveal humans were in North America 21,000–23,000 years ago, challenging long-held migration theories and reshaping our understanding of Ice Age history.
March 6, 2026 Allison Robertson