travel advice

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I booked a mountain vacation, but altitude affected me more than expected. Is there a better way to prepare for it?

Planning a mountain vacation? Learn how to prepare for high altitude, recognize altitude sickness symptoms, acclimatize safely, and enjoy your trip with fewer headaches, fatigue, and sleep disruptions.
June 23, 2026 J.D. Blackwell
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Four Tips For A Successful Vacation

Vacations are great but it’s also easy for them to turn stressful. Keep these travel tips in mind to get the most out of your next adventure.
July 7, 2023 Kaddy Gibson
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Five Must-Have Travel Accessories

If you're going on a trip, there are some things that you should pack with you every time. You can’t go wrong with these must-have travel accessories.
July 6, 2023 Kaddy Gibson
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I rented a jet ski on vacation and now they’re claiming I caused damage. How do I prove I didn’t?

Facing a jet ski damage claim after your vacation? Learn how to prove you didn't cause the damage, understand who may be responsible, and discover the simple steps that can protect you before every rental.
June 16, 2026 Allison Robertson
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The rental agent added roadside assistance even though I declined it. I only noticed after my trip, when I checked the final bill. What can I do?

Few rental car surprises are more annoying than checking the final receipt and seeing an optional add-on you specifically declined. The good news is that if the charge was added without your consent, you have a real shot at getting it removed or refunded.
June 17, 2026 Peter Kinney
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I got charged international roaming fees even though my phone was on airplane mode. How did that even happen?

Few travel surprises are more frustrating than returning home to find hundreds of dollars in international roaming charges on your phone bill. The good news is that there are several ways this can happen, and some of them give you grounds to challenge the charges.
June 15, 2026 Peter Kinney