The post below was originally published on Hipmunk’s Tailwind Blog on 31 Mar 2016 by The Hipmunk Most people hear the word “rainforest” and immediately picture the Brazilian Amazon or the lush jungles of Costa Rica. Not surprisingly, trips to these rainforest destinations are priced accordingly: Everybody knows about them, so trips are in high […]
Tripper: Offbeat Attractions in Flagstaff, Page, Yuma, and more
This post was originally written by Sandra over at Tripper on June 29, 2016 By means of a strange acculturation process while growing up, I’m more connected to the American culture than I am to the Portuguese. As a result, the United States is high on my list of countries to visit (and the list of […]
Quirky New Architecture to Add to Your Travel List
This post was originally published on Hipmunk’s Tailwind Blog on March 25, 2016 by TheHipmunk From the Great Pyramid of Giza to the Colosseum in Rome, sightseeing often entails reveling in the architecture and age of sites that have been around too long for us to fully fathom. But while classic architecture should of course […]
Tips for the Ultimate (and Drama-Free) EDM Vacation
The post below was originally published on Hipmunk’s Tailwind Blog on ‘March 30, 2016’ So you’ve decided to spend your precious vacation time at raves and EDM festivals. You are undoubtedly in for a blast of epic proportions. Still, it’ll be helpful to employ a few strategies in advance of your trip in order to […]
Why Airlines Are Making Major Changes to Loyalty Programs
One by one, major American airlines have been changing their loyalty program policies from a distance-based system to a price-based system, causing some angst among frequent travelers. Here’s an in-depth look at what exactly has shifted — and what this means for travelers across the board.
Why You Should Still Be Traveling in Grad School
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 2016/02/11. If you’re a grad student, it’s easy to come up with reasons not to travel. It costs a lot (and you’re low on funds). It takes time (and you have a thesis to write). If you’re a teaching or research assistant, it […]
Ski Season Splurges and Savings
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 2016/02/03. There’s no getting around it: skiing is an expensive sport. The equipment — skis, boots, poles, coats, goggles — can set you back hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. Lift tickets typically cost well over $100 a piece. And unless you’re fortunate […]
Where to Travel For The Best Stargazing In The World
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 2015/12/16. In most urban areas, only around 500 stars are visible on a given night, but in the prized locations highlighted below, up to 15,000 are easily seen. That’s pretty incredible. It you’re planning a trip and want some nighttime eye candy, here […]
