Travelers are rightfully concerned about the strain the government shutdown is having on airport screening by the TSA, which is seeing a spike in call outs as government workers go without pay. A poll by Airfarewatchdog (SmarterTravel’s sister company) recently found that 62 percent of travelers are concerned about safety. Plus, 47 percent think that […]
$49+ Airfare Sale from Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines’ airfare sale discounts winter travel across the U.S., including Hawaii, plus Latin America. Flights start as low as $49 each way (round-trip is not required). On most routes, travel at the lowest prices is valid on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays between February 1 and March 13. Book at least 21 days before departure […]
Boating in France – Ultimate Guide, Tips, and Experiences
Boating in France – Ultimate Guide, Tips, and Experiences to plan the perfect Boating Holidays in France Boating in France – How we got started A number of people have asked us how we came to be boating on the canals and rivers of Europe. Here is the short version: In 1970 we visited Amsterdam. […]
Jimmy Fallon’s love letter to Puerto Rico celebrates the island in recovery mode
As Hamilton kicked off its 17-day run in Puerto Rico, in an effort to fund hurricane relief, Jimmy Fallon and Lin-Manuel Miranda joined forces for a special episode of The Tonight Show. As well as showcasing the beauty of the island, the show reminded viewers that Puerto Rico is still in recovery mode highlighted the different ways […]