Buses can be a cost-effective and efficient way to travel. I recently booked a $46 FlixBus ticket from Washington, DC, to New York City through the Greyhound site.
27.07.2023 - 18:12 / smartertravel.com
Have you ever booked a last-minute trip because you suddenly realized you had a few days to spare? If you have, you’re not alone. More travelers than ever before are participating in the latest travel trend: Spontaneous vacations.
Interestingly, Hotwire found that some of the most popular U.S. cities for last-minute excursions are in the middle of the country. With Labor Day coming up, you might want to consider these 10 most-booked U.S. cities for spontaneous travel:
Dallas Atlanta Denver Austin Minneapolis New York City Fort Lauderdale Los Angeles Portland Houston More from SmarterTravel: 10 Affordable Labor Day Weekend Getaways for 2018 Airfarewatchdog’s New Tool Will Find Your Next Weekend Getaway Deal Family Weekend Guide: Yosemite and TuolumneSmarterTravel co-op Alyssa Lukpat loves exploring new places. Follow her on Twitter.
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Buses can be a cost-effective and efficient way to travel. I recently booked a $46 FlixBus ticket from Washington, DC, to New York City through the Greyhound site.
It’s not uncommon for a department store to feature a welcoming lunch spot where you can have a snack and a rest after a shopping spree. However, Nordstrom’s flagship location on west 57th street takes dining to a whole new level. The store boasts multiple dining options, several of which are open after hours. Nordstrom’s tasty offerings warrant a visit even if you are not in the shopping mood. Below is your guide to Nordstrom’s many food choices.
When Billy Joel sang about a “New York State of Mind” he was talking about going home to the Big Apple.
You pass so close to towering red rock canyons in southern Utah that you expect to hear scraping or see sparks as you glide by. They loom so dramatically over you that you stare without blinking. And if you’re on board the train Rocky Mountaineer, you have glass domed and sided coaches to take it all in, all of the majestic landscape on the Rockies to Red Rocks journey between Moab, Utah and Denver.
Don’t live near one of Death & Co.’s quickly expanding roster of perfect cocktail bars? No problem. After putting out gorgeous home barware and a line of perfumes inspired by their locations, the folks behind one of the best bars in the world have put together a collection of picnic gear, so you can evoke their eternally cool ambience in the great outdoors.
Among the many wonderful things about Greece is that everyone has a favorite island—and everyone is right. For veteran Forbes travel contributor Jim Dobson, that magical isle is Sifnos. Reachable by ferry from Athens in a little over two hours, Sifnos has beautiful beaches, numerous hiking trails along the Aegean Sea and a remarkable 237 churches. Here’s where to eat, stay and play on Sifnos.
New York City’s Equinox Hotel is well known for its emphasis on health and well-being. The Hudson Yards’ hotel is conveniently located atop its 60,000 sq. foot namesake gym. The rooms are equipped with yoga mats and a mini bar full of healthy treats. But to truly indulge in an immersive wellness experience, plan on spending some time in the hotel’s fabulous spa, a.k.a., The Spa by Equinox Hotels.
Since their inception in 2018, the Brightline trains in Florida are arguably some of the most efficient sources of public transport to be introduced to the state.
This Kentucky woman says she never wants to fly again after a "terrifying" near-miss incident aboard an Allegiant Air flight over Florida.
When you choose a vacation destination, what’s your number one reason for going? Is it a cheap flight, the scenery, or the culture? Well, according to a new survey commissioned by Harry & David, most Americans plan their trips around food.
The Christmas travel season is upon us. While perhaps not as narrow and intense as the Thanksgiving holiday, Christmas is nevertheless an extremely busy time of year at airports across the country. In addition to an influx of travelers, late December is infamous for throwing weather curveballs that can further snarl already maxed-out airline operations.
If you’re reading this post while waiting for your departure from Seattle, chances are it loaded quickly. That’s because Seattle-Tacoma International has the fastest airport Wi-Fi in the country, according to a new study by Speedtest.