If your vacation destination also doubles as a popular cruise ship port, you may run into some trouble during your trip. Thankfully, these tips can help.
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Before you charge your phone in a rental car, you'll first want to know the surprising risks experts warn about, and how to avoid them on vacation.
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Although this Airbnb feature might seem helpful at first, it can actually lead to confusing errors and booking mistakes that might ruin your vacation plans.
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Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves' travel protégé, shares how you can get the most out of your vacation using the 'cultural chameleon' approach.
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Tired of opening up your suitcase to find toiletries exploded everywhere? This simple packing trick will help you prevent any liquid disasters during your trip.
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Lemon sorbet, vodka, and Prosecco combine to make this unique, off-menu Venetian cross between a cocktail and a dessert. Here's everything you need to know.
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This is one organizational hack that can help save space and streamline your suitcase when traveling with bulky items.
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Hiking poles can support your knees, ankles, and back as you embark on treks. However, if you hold them wrong, you could injure yourself. Here's the right way.
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Comfortable shoes will help get you through security lines and long terminals without pain. Here is the top style recommended by frequent fliers.
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Discover travel expert Rick Steves' go-to strategy for skipping endless museum lines and saving hundreds on admission fees at France's most popular attractions.
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Heading on a beach vacation or planning to sit by the pool? Consider bringing this game-changer in your bag for the ultimate experience.
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No one wants to deal with a delayed or canceled flight, but in Europe, you may be entitled to certain perks and protections, according to Rick Steves' protege.
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Learn the minimalist packing secret that travel pro Andrew McCarthy swears by to avoid carrying heavy bags and paying expensive airline fees on any trip.
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There are all kinds of supposed hacks for getting better treatment on a plane, but according to one flight attendant, this behavior is what really counts.
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Venice is a special, must-visit destination. But, there are many reasons why you should avoid its main streets in the summer. Here's why and what to do instead.
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Bringing bed bugs home with you after a vacation is the worst thing ever. Based on scent, here's a warning sign to look out for when you enter your hotel room.
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Campsites are often full of tripping hazards from small coolers to tent lines. Luckily, this pool noodle hack will help keep you from tripping over your tent.
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Europe's big cities, like London, Oslo, and Rome, are stressful for driving. Per Rick Steves, there are many other reasons you should avoid having a car there.
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Discover which vital travel documents Rick Steves recommends you copy before a trip, and why one item could become a liability if you duplicate it.
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If you don't like sleeping in a tent because of what might be lurking out there in the darkness, this DIY perimeter alarm will help you sleep much more easily.
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Maximize your three-day Labor Day weekend travel with data-driven tips on the smoothest times to drive for your getaay and how to steer clear of delays.
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TSA PreCheck can help you get through airport security quickly, but this scam could prevent you from using the service, along with draining your bank account.
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Bringing your own firewood on a camping trip might seem like a no-brainer, but the wood from your hometown could be banned in your destination.
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If you want to base yourself near the center of the city on vacation, without breaking the bank, consider trying this clever hack courtesy of Samantha Brown.
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The air in a plane cabin may seem germy, but it might not be as dirty as you think. Still, there are a few essential ways to keep yourself healthy when flying.
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The Swiss Alps are covered in a wintry snow for much of the year, but for clear trails and the best weather, Rick Steves suggests visiting during these months.
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Before booking an Airbnb for your upcoming vacation, watch out for these red flags, which could signal that a short-term rental is part of an elaborate scam.
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