I was only eight years old the first time I visited London and even at a young age, I knew this city was a challenge to travel around as an outsider. I remember standing with my family in the pouring rain, attempting to hail a black cab to take us back to our hotel. By a London miracle, one lone cab stopped in a sea of already occupied taxis. Back then, no one knew what an app was or would be. Today’s traveler in London doesn’t have to stand in the rain to hail a cab. Today’s traveler doesn’t need to look at an Underground map in puzzlement. Today’s traveler can breeze through the city on a bike, even if they didn’t pack one. There are a number of ways to travel around London. And just as there are many different ways to get around, there are a number of apps to help you do so at no charge....read more

Where could be better to sip a refreshing tropical cocktail than glamorous Miami, FLA? Swaying palm trees, beautiful people, crystal blue sea, broad sandy beaches, an amazing dining scene, plenty of great bars and some of the best nightlife in the world … Miami offers just the right mix of fun and sun no matter you like to shake things up when enjoying your Florida vacation. So it only makes since that America's Latin flavored party capital should have it's own rum to go along with all the good times. And guess what rum lovers? Now it does....read more

I’m sitting in the gate, worried about my carry-on bag. It looks as though it will make the flight, but it is the lifting into the overhead bin that scares me. Getting my carry-on bag onto the plane is more like weight training each and every flight. Packing that carry-on is a test in just how many items will get left behind for space just won’t allow. If you want to avoid checked baggage fees and you want to have your bag right when you land, packing a carry-on bag is often your only option. However, traveling with a carry-on bag is a whole different story. The traveler must think about the weight of the bag, the weight of the bag’s contents and just how to make the most out of the little space that you have. In order to make traveling with carry-on baggage easier, you might want to seek out these three tools to help lighten the load of a carry-on bag....read more

Dining out at a nice restaurant in Paris is something everyone should experience. Even though most Parisian waiters a well acquainted with the dining habits of American tourists, it’s important to remain aware and respectful of French dining norms and etiquette. Here are some things to keep in mind:...read more

Located on the island of Oahu, Honolulu is often a launching point for exploring the island and the rest of the state. However, Honolulu shouldn’t just be a pass through city. The state capital is the only true city in Hawaii, with plenty to see, do and experience. And while those tropical drinks at your secluded hotel on Oahu will cost you along with that hotel room, Honolulu offers plenty of ways to save. Here are three freebies in Hawaii’s capital city that won’t cost you a penny but will leave you rich with an understanding for Honolulu....read more