Travel Tips + Etiquette

From what to pack to which apps to download, experts share their best travel tips to make your next trip go smoothly.

What’s the Difference Between Holland and the Netherlands?
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Holland Is Not the Same as the Netherlands—Here’s What the Name Really Means
January 16, 2024 07:14 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Emirates airplane on the tarmac with a set of boarding steps drawn up to the plane's left side
Air Travel News
You’ll Never Board a Plane on the Right-Hand Side. Here’s Why.
January 16, 2024 08:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
An exterior view of a busy Parisian cafe.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Do You Tip in France? Sometimes—Here’s When and How Much to Give
January 12, 2024 02:28 PM
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Lily Heise
7 Hacks for Tall Air Travelers
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Flying Is Hard for Tall Travelers. Use These 7 Tips to Make It More Comfortable
January 09, 2024 02:05 PM
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Mike Arnot
A guide dog standing next to the legs of a man in khaki pants, a shirt, and a vest, carrying a cane, on an old-looking street
Travel for Good
8 Trip-Planning Tips for Blind or Visually Impaired Travelers
January 04, 2024 08:00 AM
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Melinda Fulmer
tuscany.jpg
Travel Tips + Etiquette
6 Places Where the Dollar Goes Farthest for Travelers
December 29, 2023 08:00 AM
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Adam Wisniewski
an astrocartography chart showing different color lines criss-crossing a map of the United States and Canada
Health + Wellness
I Used Astrocartography to Decide Where to Travel Next. Here’s How It Went.
December 18, 2023 08:00 AM
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Maliah West
How to Avoid Getting Fined When You Go Through U.S. Customs
Travel Tips + Etiquette
What Will—And Won’t—Get You a Fine at U.S. Customs
December 15, 2023 11:44 AM
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Ramsey Qubein
20 Tourist Attractions Travel Editors Actually Love Visiting
Travel Tips + Etiquette
17 Tourist Attractions That Travel Editors Actually Love Visiting
December 15, 2023 09:30 AM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
a map of the world made out of leaves and small white flowers
Travel Tips + Etiquette
9 Ways We’re Going to Travel Differently in 2024 to Make the World Better
December 13, 2023 08:30 AM
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Billie Cohen
rows of luggage crammed together, all different colors, with various luggage tags and stickers on them
Travel Tips + Etiquette
10 Ways to Make Sure Your Bags Don’t Get Lost When You Fly
December 11, 2023 07:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
Google Flights’ tools can help you avoid unexpected baggage fees.
Packing Tips + Gear
What Happens to Airlines’ Unclaimed Baggage?
December 08, 2023 08:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
The Essential Guide to Visiting Taos, New Mexico, in the Winter
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Essential Guide to Visiting Taos, New Mexico, in the Winter
December 05, 2023 02:00 PM
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Mae Hamilton
Midsection view of man giving tip to employee in hotel
Travel Tips + Etiquette
This Is How You Should Tip Hotel Staff in the USA
November 29, 2023 11:57 AM
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Bailey Berg
close-up of a hand writing out a checklist in a notebook
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Ultimate Travel Checklist: 9 Steps to a Stress-Free Trip
November 21, 2023 01:33 PM
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Bailey Berg
mothballed_airplanes_shutterstock.jpg
Travel Tips + Etiquette
What to Do When Your Flight Is Canceled or Delayed—and the Rights You Have if It Happens
November 21, 2023 07:15 AM
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Michelle Baran
Woman carrying a backpack and typing on cellphone with a city scene in the background
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Use Your Phone Internationally—Without Breaking the Bank
October 29, 2023 09:00 AM
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Meagan Drillinger
A distorted picture of a ship with wavy text, simulating motion sickness.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Best Motion Sickness Remedies According to Experts and Travelers
October 27, 2023 12:18 PM
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Stacey McKenna
total solar eclipse above a mountain range
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Hoping to See the Total Solar Eclipse in 2024? You’d Better Plan Now.
October 26, 2023 12:35 AM
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Bailey Berg
Yes, You Can Bring Food Through TSA—With Some Exceptions
Air Travel News
Yes, You Can Bring Food Through TSA—With Some Exceptions
October 25, 2023 12:34 PM
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Jessie Beck
A white-gloved bellman lifts a suitcase.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
I Think I Offended Someone by Tipping Them. What Do I Do?
October 25, 2023 10:06 AM
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Anu Taranath
The Upsides of Getting Bumped From a Flight
Air Travel News
The Upsides of Getting Bumped From a Flight
October 16, 2023 01:00 PM
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Ramsey Qubein
Orange toriis without people at Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Best Time of Year to Visit Japan
October 16, 2023 08:30 AM
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Kristin Braswell
Man working on a laptop on a plane
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Why Can’t Lithium Batteries Go in Checked Luggage?
October 12, 2023 01:12 PM
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Bailey Berg
Surprising Countries Where U.S. Citizens Need an Advance Visa
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Surprising Countries Where U.S. Citizens Need an Advance Visa
October 12, 2023 10:25 AM
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AFAR Editors
Passengers traveling by a modern commercial plane, shot from the inside of an airplane
Travel Tips + Etiquette
Can Aspirin Help Prevent Blood Clots on Long Flights? Doctors Weigh In.
October 03, 2023 07:00 AM
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Nathalie Alonso
There are things you can do to make the passport process as smooth as possible.
Travel Tips + Etiquette
You Should Renew Your Passport Sooner Than You Might Think—Here’s Why
September 29, 2023 12:47 PM
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Bailey Berg
How to Get an International Driver’s Permit
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Get an International Driver’s License
September 27, 2023 11:19 AM
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Chris Ciolli
A passport
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How to Apply for a U.S. Passport
September 24, 2023 08:33 AM
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Ramsey Qubein
Everything You Need to Know About Getting a New U.S. Passport
Travel Tips + Etiquette
How Long Does it Take to Get a New U.S. Passport?
September 22, 2023 09:20 AM
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Ramsey Qubein
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