Travel Tips

Read packing tips, money-saving tricks, and trip-planning advice from our jet-setting team of travel experts and members of the Scott's Cheap Flights Travel Community.

Airlines & Airports

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40 of the Best Gifts for Travelers in 2020

Scott Keyes

Don’t stress over what to get the globetrotters in your life. Here are forty gift ideas, mostly $50 or less

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8 Expert Tips for Traveling Internationally with a Pet

Jennifer Dombrowski

Jennifer Dombrowski

Here's what you need to know about international travel with pets, from entry requirements and quarantine to preparing your pet for travel

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The Most Pet-Friendly Airports in the US

Susan B. Barnes

Susan B. Barnes

These airports have kept their four-legged passengers’ care and comfort top of mind with plenty of places to take care of business

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10 Tips for Roadtripping with Pets

Pam Mandel

Whether for necessity or pleasure, if you have a pet, you may eventually find that need to hit the road with them

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Everything You Need to Know About Staying in a Hotel with Your Pet

Pam Mandel

Not every hotel is pet friendly. Here’s how to sniff out the details when planning an overnight trip with your pet

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A Comprehensive Guide to Flying with Pets in the US

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

There are plenty of reasons you may want to take your pet on an upcoming flight. Here's what you need to know for a smooth journey

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How to Keep Travel in Your Life (When You Can’t Actually Travel)

Jessica Spiegel

Jessica Spiegel

With Coronavirus curtailing our ability to travel, we've put together a list of 24 ways to indulge your wanderlust without leaving home

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How to Get a Refund if the Airline Hasn’t Canceled Your Flight

Scott Keyes

What should you do if the airline hasn’t canceled your flight and you don’t want to or can’t take the trip? We lay out your options.

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How to Plan Travel During the Coronavirus

Scott Keyes

While there are a lot of unknowns about the future, there are some things we do know about how to safely make travel plans right now

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How to Get the Cheapest Rental Car Every Time

Scott Keyes

When you need to have your own wheels, here are our tips for how to find the cheapest rental car nearly anywhere you want to go.

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How to Make a Domestic Trip as Exciting as an International Adventure

Jessica Spiegel

Jessica Spiegel

The United States is an enormous country, and even if you think you know what to expect, there are still surprises waiting for you

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How to Be a More Responsible Traveler

It isn't hard to be a responsible traveler. In fact, you probably already do a lot of these items at home. These tips

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