A long layover in Istanbul might be our favorite transit plan for long-haul international travel. Turkish Airlines offers affordable fares, and it’s a great way to break up a long journey and add some meaningful experiences. If you have time, you can get a real taste of the city, but if not, you can still refresh at Istanbul Airport, which is stunning and enormous. If…
Want to save $500 to $1,000 on a premium economy flight to Europe without using points, miles, or deal alerts? These three budget-friendly strategies can help you find lower-priced premium economy fares on routes where the best options are often hiding in plain sight.
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 how you might accidentally overpay. Here’s a step-by-step guide to SAS business class upgrade bidding,…
When you book a business class ticket, you expect a premium experience that feels consistently better than economy or premium economy. Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) offers an upgrade bidding process that can make business class super affordable. But does it deliver enough to justify the extra cost? We recently flew SAS business class between the US and Copenhagen to find out. We’ll tell you all about…
If you’re connecting through Bangkok, a long layover is a great way to see one of the best cities in the world. We’ve been to Bangkok many times, and on our last trip we had an overnight layover at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) with time to explore some of our favorite things. But you must plan for the traffic. The drive from BKK into the city…
Malaysia often flies under the radar for travelers heading to Southeast Asia, but it shouldn’t. It is significantly more affordable than Singapore and, in our experience, consistently delivers great value. We aren’t saying you should skip the other iconic cities of the region, but adding at least 1 day in Kuala Lumpur is a smart way to experience a beautiful skyline and outstanding food markets…
If you’re flying Etihad, you’re likely connecting through Abu Dhabi, which is a beautiful city worth exploring. One day in Abu Dhabi is enough to see the main attractions and get a real feel for the city. We’ll show you how to spend 1 day in Abu Dhabi, from the airport transfer to the top sights, and a few tips we wish we knew ahead…
We were so excited to have a 24-hour layover in Singapore to explore one of the top-rated airports in the world, as well as the food culture that makes this destination like nowhere else. We’ll tell you how to explore the best of Changi Airport and the city on a long Singapore layover with all the best options for local cuisine and attractions.
We’ve traveled all over Europe for more than 20 years, and after a lot of debate, we ranked the best European countries to visit from worst to best, plus a few extras that deserved their own categories. These rankings are based entirely on our own travels, and there were definitely a few we disagreed on. Honestly, we’d return to every country on this list, but…
The best arrondissement to stay in Paris depends on your plans, and every neighborhood offers something different. We’ve stayed all over the city, in hotels and apartments, from Montmartre to Saint-Germain to affordable spots near the train stations. This guide covers the best arrondissement to stay in Paris by budget and travel style.
