This volcanic Portuguese archipelago sits in the middle of the Atlantic, and the main island – São Miguel – packs an extraordinary amount of scenery into a small area. Here’s our perfect 3-day itinerary, including the easiest way to get there, the best options for exploring the island, and where to stay for jaw-dropping views.
Most flights to the gorgeous Azores archipelago route through Lisbon, which adds about seven hours of travel each way if you’re flying from the US or Canada. But there’s an affordable direct option from the East Coast that skips the backtrack entirely and will get you there in less than six hours. Here’s how to book it, what we paid, and whether it’s worth it.
If you’re flying with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) and want to upgrade to business class without paying full price, bidding for an upgrade can be a surprisingly effective strategy. We’ve done this ourselves multiple times on long-haul flights and learned all about how the process works, what increases your chances, and when it’s easy to overpay. Our best score was $355 per person between Washington DC…
If you’re planning a one-week trip to Scotland and want to make the most of your time, this week-long itinerary covers three iconic cities: Edinburgh, Inverness, and Glasgow. It’s a straightforward route that blends historic sights, Highland adventures, and culinary highlights. We did this all without renting a car, which is easy if you plan ahead.
When we tell people we fly to Europe in Premium Economy for under $1,200 round trip, they don’t believe us. This French low-cost carrier is our favorite, even though most people have never heard of it. We’ll walk you through the full experience in French Bee Premium Economy – including the seats, food, service, and price – so you can decide if it’s worth it for your next trip.
In this guide, we’re sharing our detailed 3-night itinerary for Inverness.
Paris has more “must-see” attractions than almost any city in the world. Some travelers try to avoid the tourist crowds, but in Paris, many of the well-known experiences are actually worth doing. They offer some of the best views, food, and atmosphere the city has to offer. We always recommend getting away from the beaten path and finding genuine local experiences, but here’s a realistic,…
When planning our trip to Scotland, one of the biggest questions we faced was how to get around. Scotland is a place where one size definitely doesn’t fit all when it comes to transportation. In the cities, walking is great, or you can grab a rideshare if your feet get tired. Between cities, trains offer a scenic way to travel. But once you hit the…
On our recent trip to the Scottish Highlands, we discovered a little spot that quickly became a highlight of our stay in Inverness. The food was reliably good, the atmosphere was welcoming, and before we knew it, we were booking it again for the next night. Here’s what we loved about this gem of a restaurant in the storybook center of Inverness.
When we planned our trip to Scotland, taking a Loch Ness boat tour was at the top of our list of things to do. Nessie legends aside, Loch Ness is one of the most famous lakes in the world, and we wanted to see it for ourselves. Did it live up to the hype? What boat operator should you book? We’ll tell you all about…
