Some travelers like to push the envelope and travel to exotic – and even dangerous places. And while the thrill of an adrenaline rush can be enough to satisfy risk takers and adrenaline junkies…
Do You Think Air Travel Has Gone to the Dogs? Proposed Changes May Make That a Good Thing
If you fly on a regular basis, you’re probably used to the little inconveniences and annoyances that come along with sharing the air with your fellow man. But it’s not always the …
Yuck! The Nastiest Places in Your Hotel Room that Almost Never Get Cleaned
After a long flight, you might look forward to entering your hotel room to take a nap or relax with the TV on. And without knowing it, you jump on the bed and grab the remote, feeling comfortab…
It’s Only January, But This New Year’s Travel Story May Remain a Contender for Best of 2020
Proud American Traveler kept you up to date on all the news in travel in 2019 – informing and entertaining you along the way. Beautiful destinations, travel tips, and sometimes the downr…
It’s A Flying Shame – Proud American Traveler’s Picks For 2019’s Worst In-Flight Behavior
Well, 2019 has come and gone, and our thoughts turn to all the travel opportunities a new year brings. Maybe this will be the year you take that dream vacation, or maybe you’ll be travel…
Helicopter Tours are Spectacular — But Are They Safe?
Rising high above a picturesque terrain gives spectacular perspective to a newly discovered destination. Helicopter tours are a great way to add an extra sense of adventure to any vacation R…
This Photo Shocked The World – But Will It Change Anything?
There’s something about the human spirit that makes us push ourselves to the limit in order to feel like we’ve made our mark on the world. Some want to make groundbreaking discove…
Don’t Get Hacked: Read This Before You Charge Your Phone At The Airport Again
You’ve just battled your way through an invasive TSA pat down and are looking forward to relaxing for a few moments at the boarding gate before you get stuffed on a tiny plane. Your phon…
Are You One of These People? If So, You’re Ruining Our Holiday Travel
If you’re a Proud American Traveler, it’s that wonderful time of year when hordes of us hit the road to stuff our faces at Grandmother’s house or head to the city to see th…
Panhandlers, Vagrants and Violence: Is It Safe To Fly Through Atlanta?
The world’s busiest airport has become a magnet for violent panhandlers and vagrants and things continue to get worse. From panhandlers punching travelers in the face (both inside …