December 29, 2015 on Marriott Traveler || Instead of dragging yourself onto the elliptical machine, or vowing to cut down on the booze, make a New Year’s resolution you’ll actually enjoy keeping: a travel plan. There are plenty of trip-tempting events this year, from the U.S. National Park Service centennial celebration to world-class athletic competitions in Brazil. You’ll also find new neighborhoods making a name for themselves in big cities, and places where you can escape from it all.
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How to See Maui in 48 Hours
November 3, 2015 on Fodors.com || The rule of thumb when visiting Hawaii is you need one week per island—so if you have a week to explore Maui, use it—but most travelers don’t have that much time. You might be overnighting on a multi-island cruise, or maybe you’re on a quick side trip from another island, or perhaps you found a great deal from the West Coast and are only there for the weekend.
Whatever your reason for a short visit, you can get a good taste of Maui in just 48 hours. Follow this itinerary, and you’ll check off two of the island’s top activities, see stunning beaches and waterfalls, discover some lesser-known local gems, and still have time to kick back with a Mai Tai. Buckle your seat belt, because this tour covers many (unbelievably scenic) miles of road. Read more>>
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15 Reasons You Should Pick Maui For Your First Trip To Hawaii
October 23, 2015, BuzzFeed || If it’s your first time visiting Hawaii, you’ll probably want a bit of everything: Instagram-worthy scenery. Volcanoes. Waterfalls. Beach resorts. Maybe even whales. Maui, the second largest Hawaiian island, covers all these bases, plus more. Here are 15 reasons you should go here if you’re a Hawaii first-timer. Read more>>
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Want to Work Abroad? 8 Places that Are Cheap, Wired, and Welcoming
October 22, 2015, Creator by WeWork || If transit delays are starting to get you down, or your cubicle walls have you feeling like an inmate on Orange is the New Black, it might be time to take your work on the road. Once you’ve figured out how to work remotely, the next step is to decide where to do it.
There are a lot of things to consider: budget, accessibility, visas, and foreign business requirements being just a few. One of the best resources for choosing a place to work is Nomad List, a site that ranks destinations based on internet speed, cost of living, friendliness towards outsiders, and more. You’ll also find guides and tips from other digital nomads.
If you’re ready to start living location-independent, here are some of the best places to set up shop around the world. Read more>>
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Booking a Flight? A Little Extra Work Gets You the Cheapest Fares
October 15, 2015, Creator by WeWork || Is Hipmunk better than Kayak? Did you just spend too much on that Expedia vacation? What the heck is ITA Matrix?
While most travelers check out multiple websites when planning a trip, if you tried to scan every airline and travel booking site to make sure you get the best deal, you’d never have time to actually take that vacation.
The truth is there’s no one “best” site for booking airline tickets; it all depends what you’re looking for.
These days, most sites have things like fare alerts, package deals, and comparisons to other sites. But every airline search engine or online travel agent has its strengths and weaknesses. You may find better deals at some sites, whereas others have features or information that will make your trip run more smoothly.
Here’s the run-down on what sets these sites apart, and which one might be the best for you. We tracked fares for the same dates from New York to Las Vegas and Boston to London, giving you the rundown on who has the cheapest fares, whether for fun or business. Read more>>
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How to Work From Almost Anywhere
October 7, 2015, Creator by WeWork || Tap a button, and you can chat with someone in Shanghai. Email someone in Milan. Tweet to someone in Vancouver. And you can do this from anywhere; from your office in New York, from a beach in Thailand, or from a mountain in the French Alps.
As the world grows more connected, more workers are disconnecting—from their office—and going mobile.
Welcome to the era of the digital nomad. Read more>>
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Urban Escapes: Best Places to See Fall Foliage without a Car
October 1, 2015, Creator by WeWork || Fall: a time for football, pumpkin-flavored everything, and, of course, fall foliage. Leaf peepers are tracking peak date predictions in hopes of timing their pilgrimage just right. But what if your job is so demanding that you don’t have the time to drive out to soak in the changing countryside?
The solution: an urban foliage adventure. Many cities offer fantastic fall colors, and all you need is a bus or bike to get there. You just need to know where to look. Whether it’s a city park that ignites into a rainbow of hues, or a trail that transforms a run into a leaf peeping expedition, here are the best places to take in an autumn landscape—no car required. Read more>>
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Why You Should Think Twice Before Quitting Your Job to Travel
September 24, 2015, Creator by WeWork || Every day there seems to be a new story about an overworked office slave who broke free and now lives an inspirational life of travel. Or someone who quit their job to travel in an RV. Or a tiny house. Or a couple whose travel blogsupports their vagabonding.
It sounds nice, doesn’t it? Save some money, then spend your days in sun-soaked Spain or meeting fellow ex-pats in South America. But blog posts and social media can be deceiving. The harsh reality is that quitting your job to travel isn’t as easy as getting a WordPress site and a selfie stick.
Just ask Chanel Cartell and Stevo Dirnberger, who quit their advertising jobs to travel, and wound up scrubbing toilets to be able to eat.
So what’s it really like to leave it all behind and live an international life of leisure? We asked some travelers who’ve made the jump to weigh in on some of the realities they’ve faced. Read more>>
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How 5 Travel Companies Rock Social Media
September 10, 2015, Creator by WeWork || Wish scrolling through those daydream-inducing travel photos on your feed could also make you better at your job?
Well, actually, it can.
Skift, a travel industry news site, announced winners of the Skifties, an annual social media contest. These brands stand out as the best in class when it comes to social media, from cutting-edge digital campaigns to trendsetting customer service.
Follow these brands and you’ll get more than vacation ideas—you’ll learn best practices and ideas that easily translate to other industries. The full list of winners is available here, but here are five of our favorite social lessons from travel brands. Read more>>
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12 Great Last-Minute Labor Day Escapes
September 3, 2015, Creator by WeWork || No plans for Labor Day? Don’t relegate yourself to a staycation.
If you didn’t book anything already, you’re in luck. Expedia found that most people book Labor Day escapes at the last minute. In fact, last year, only 20 percent of travelers had made their plans a month before the holiday.
Here are some of this year’s best last-minute Labor Day getaways around the country. Many of these can be done as day trips or longer stays, depending on your budget and schedule. Read more>>