This Country Is the World’s Happiest

2020 likely wasn’t anyone’s favorite year ever, but for citizens of one country, it was a little bit better, according to the United Nations. The United Nations just released their annual World Happiness Report which ranks countries based on income, life expectancy, social support, freedom to make life choices, trust in government, and generosity.   Normally,

Win a 4-Night Trip for 4 to Oslo, Norway

Enter the Jarlsberg “Perfect Pairing” sweepstakes by September 12, 2016, for a chance to win the grand prize: a four-night trip for two people to Oslo, Norway, including air and hotel. Related: Win a 5-Day Trip for 4 to St. Pete, Florida, with First-Class Air To enter, provide the requested information (name, email, etc.) on

National Parks Pricing Going up for Summer 2018

When the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) proposed drastic hikes to admission fees last fall , the reaction was swift and negative. It seems the NPS heard what people will saying. National Parks Prices Rising in 2018 The Interior Department announced yesterday that it will back off a plan to more than double admission fees

Delta Debuts First Ever Baggage Tracking App

Delta has taken a big step toward its goal of cutting down on delayed bags : Launching the industry’s first bag tracking feature  on its app. “With the airline’s new $50 million technology, travelers will be able to keep an eye on their luggage, from the moment they check their bags to the minute the bags

Are TSA Fees About to Increase?

The Trump Administration is aiming to increase the TSA fees travelers pay as part of their airline tickets. TSA Fees Hike on the Horizon USA Today reports that the recent budget proposal from the White House proposes a two-phase hike to the fee. In October, the fee would rise from $5.60 to $6.60 on a

This $800 Robot Suitcase Will Never Leave Your Side

We’ve all heard of emotional support animals, but what about an emotional support suitcase? This new robot suitcase from ForwardX, a Chinese robotics company, will never abandon you. It’s the world’s first suitcase that uses artificial intelligence to track your location and roll itself alongside you as you walk, leaving your hands free to multi-task.

CDC Gives OK for Vaccinated People to Travel Again

It’s the news we’ve all been waiting to hear for the last year—the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) just announced that fully vaccinated people can travel safely again. The new guidelines are based on studies showing the real-world effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines, which indicate that “fully vaccinated travelers are less likely to get

US Raises Travel Warning for Major European Country

The U.S. Department of State has just raised its travel advisory for Germany to Level 2: Exercise Increase Caution due to the risk of terrorism. “Terrorist groups keep planning attacks in Germany,” says the State Department’s advisory. “Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. They target tourist locations and transportation hubs.”  The State Department

How to Ship a Suitcase for Less Than the Airline Bag Fee

Bag shipping service  LugLess wants you to ship a suitcase instead of lugging it to the airport—and claims to have figured out how to do it for cheaper than some airlines’ checked bag fees. The cost to ship one bag (under 50 pounds) starts at $23 for a short trip, and $40 for transcontinental journeys.