So you’ve completed your first international trip and you consider yourself now a travel expert. Or, maybe you are brand new to the travel scene, and you think travel means simply booking a tic…
Don’t Drink The Water! 5 Tips To Avoid Getting Sick On Your Mexican Vacation
Traveling to a tropical location is the ideal getaway—the sand between your toes, crystal blue waters, and those mini umbrellas in your drink. One thing you never think about while daydreaming …
4 Expert Travel Secrets to Avoid Airline Baggage Fees
My friend and I — and our wives — just got back from an 11 day European vacation. And none of us checked a bag. Impossible, you say? I’ll let you in on four secret packing tips that…
10 Tips To Survive That Long Flight
Long flights can be dreadful. You’re cooped up in an aluminum can with noisy strangers for hours on end and you have no leg room. How are you possibly supposed to survive the next few hours? We…
How To Choose The Best Camera For Your Travels
When planning your travels, there is always one important thing to consider: photos. Whether it’s visiting a cozy American town or some exotic destination in another country, you’re boun…
The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly Of Hostel Stays
You finally get your perfect itinerary together and hit the “total” button on your spreadsheet, only to find that the hotel you chose added thousands to your tight vacation budget. Upon …
Pet Travel: Know Which Airlines Are The Safest For Your Furry Friend
Summer is finally here, and with that comes family vacations, weekend getaways, and trips to the lake. For those who are pet owners, you know the complications of traveling with a pet, as well as the …
The Secret Confessions Of A Million Miler Flyer
Perhaps an introduction is in order. As your editor here at Proud American Traveler, my objective is to help you navigate both the pleasures and perils of modern travel. And we’ve assembled a t…
How To Take Pictures That Tell The Story Of Your Travel Adventures
Let’s face it, your selfie in front of the Eiffel Tower isn’t that interesting to anyone other than you. But pictures of the landscape, wildlife, people, food, and the stree…
Don’t Freak Out: 5 Tips to Stay Calm and Keep Your Child Safe While They Are Studying Abroad
Countries in Europe and Asia are quickly becoming popular destinations for college students to put some miles on their soul. While sending your child to another country to study abroad can be scary, i…
