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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How to Get Around When You Don't Speak the Language

Jessica Spiegel

Jessica Spiegel

Traveling to a place where you don’t know the language can be intimidating, but with a few handy tools—and the willingness to occasionally

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The Hidden Loophole That Lets You Change Your Flight—Without Paying a Fare Difference

Scott Keyes

A schedule change is perhaps the best opportunity you’ll have to get a better flight—better dates, better times, better routing, or if you

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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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50 of the Best Travel-ish Shows to Watch When You Can't Travel

Abbie Mood Lang

Abbie Mood Lang

When you inevitably settle down onto the couch, check out one of these travel tvs hows to transport you to a different place

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What to Do If the Airline Changes or Cancels Your Flight

Scott Keyes

You're ready for a trip—and then you get an email from the airline that your flight's been changed or canceled. We break down your options

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The Complete Guide to Traveling the US by RV

Kristin Luna

Considering traveling by RV for the first time? Whether you’re buying or renting, here's what you need to know before you hit the road

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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

husky dog looking out car window.

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

dog in hotel bed with owner.

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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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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