Lifestyle & Trends - Travel

Cheap flights to Key West allow visitors to experience history

Key West may be known for its outrageous tropical vibe, but once you visit, you'll notice the deep history this small island holds. Read More

Before you hit the road this summer - find out what the biggest U.S. cities have to offer

With summer right around the corner and the weather finally starting to warm up, many Americans are counting down the days until they can escape their daily routine for some much needed rest and relaxation. Before you pack up the car or hit the friendly blue skies for your vacation getaway, you may want to check out what some of the biggest U.S. cities have to offer. Read More

Double the sun: Zihuatanejo and Ixtapa vacations combine the best of Mexico

Everyone knows of the United States' Twin Cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis, but Mexico has its own twins: Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo. However, while they're closely connected by geography (just about four miles apart), the two couldn't be more different. For travelers to the region, that means that it's easy to get a taste of two unique towns without wasting hours or days traveling between them. Read More

Make this your summer of discovery with National Parks and cheap flights

America's National Parks system of nearly 400 locations is unparalleled in the world. A National Park visit is a great way to spend your summer vacation. You'll enjoy natural splendor and enriching history - for far less than you would spend on a beach vacation or a visit to a major amusement park. Read More

Vacationing on the East Coast at Myrtle Beach

Many of the top travel destinations in the world are located hundreds or even thousands of miles away. But there is a world-class destination only a short drive or flight away. Myrtle Beach, S.C., has long been one of the best destinations for any season, and it remains that way today. There are a number of reasons why people should consider vacationing closer to home, and many more reasons why Myrtle Beach fits the bill. Read More

On the road for business? Corporate housing can provide the comforts of home

Megan Torrance of Sarasota, Fla., loved life as a consultant despite being on the road four to five days each week for months on end. Rather than staying in an extended stay hotel, Torrance's company placed her in a furnished apartment known as corporate housing. <br/> Read More

Hitting the road this summer? Follow these 5 safe driving practices

Good music, good company and fantastic sightseeing - all ingredients for a successful road trip. But while fun is the objective on a road trip, spending a lot of time on the road also means there's a lot of room for something to go wrong. Safety is one thing you can't afford to overlook when traversing the county by car. Read More

Paradise Island vacations really live up to their name

Looking for a summer vacation spot where you can get away from it all and just relax? Then you may want to consider booking a trip to Paradise Island in the Bahamas. Read More

How to make your vehicle vacation ready

Despite gasoline prices, the old-fashioned auto vacation will once again be a popular choice for families looking for convenience and ready mobility. But with warmer weather come special automotive maintenance challenges -- extreme heat, humidity and heavy stop-and-go traffic can cause marginal systems to fail. Here are some tips for getting your vehicle ready for your vacation. Read More

The forgotten distraction from safe driving

There have been several laws passed to deter distracted driving in recent years, many of them related to cell phones. But a new study suggests they may not be doing what they were intended to do. Read More