The 10 Safest Countries for U.S. Travelers

According to a survey of 2,000 consumer travelers, 1o0 countries have been listed as the safest for U.S. travelers. Included with country safety scores, the list compiled below is based on local crime rates, terror threats, social welfare, and the State Department’s safety rating. A “Global Peace Index” designated is also included for each country. For each destination, the survey results assign a ‘Safest Places score’ derived from the respondents —...

6 Ways To Survive Airport Security Checkpoints

Long security checkpoint lines can happen at any time, not just during a government shutdown. TSA workers are deemed essential employees and were required to work without paychecks (which were deferred) during this month’s federal government shutdown. While the nation’s air travel system did not shut down, many TSA employees called out sick because due to financial disruption. The resulting staffing shortages presented issues for airports and for air travelers. Shutdown...

Shopping in Boston: A Traveler’s Guide

Shopping in Boston can be a fabulous adventure, from the upscale boutiques of the Back Bay neighborhood to the bustling stalls and shops of Faneuil Hall Marketplace. To make things easier on your pocketbook, there’s no sales tax on food items or most clothing. Need souvenir ideas? Popular buys include Harvard and M.I.T. sweatshirts, Red Sox paraphernalia, “Cheers” mugs, and anything with a lobster logo. Read on to learn...

Was 2018 the Worst Year for Air Travel Yet?

Calling any year the “worst year to fly” is a bold statement. But that’s just what AirHelp, a passenger rights company, is saying about 2018. The company says 2018 was “the worst year to fly for travelers due to overtourism, delays and poor quality of service from many airlines internationally,” adding that “an average of 2,400 Ua.S. travelers experienced flight disruptions every day this year.” While weather and technical...

Boston Travel Tips

Ever wanted to visit Boston, also known as the “Hub of Universe?” Are you wondering about the weather, the best time to visit, and transportation? The following will help you plan your trip. Best Time To Visit – April and May are stunning months to visit Boston, as spring blooms along the city’s parks and green spaces. October and November will show you an authentic New England fall. Boston Transportation – Getting around...

 11 Can’t-miss Points of Interest in Boston

These are the places you need to see at least once. The historic city of Boston is convenient for any traveler exploring the East Coast. Visitors can expect to find all the trappings of a modern metropolis — excellent food and dining, upscale shopping, and well-maintained green spaces. But what sets Boston apart is deep heritage and respect for tradition. Here are 11 must see destinations in Boston. Freedom Trail – Follow...

6 Ways To Safely Use Airport WiFi

Airport WiFi is convenient and often free, but there are risks. Attackers and hackers can easily access and exploit data from devices connected to a public Wi-Fi at airports. In fact, according to a report published earlier this year by Coronet, a cloud security firm, cybersecurity is limited at most airports and has created an environment in which attackers may access many software and cloud-based services such as Microsoft Office 365,...

The Best Apps to Kill Time at the Airport

Have you ever been bored at the airport waiting hours on end for your flight to arrive, constantly checking the time on your phone? Well then, perhaps these eight best-rated smartphone apps may help you fight the boredom and kill time while waiting at the airport. Procreate Pocket – Voted the best app of the year by Apple, Procreate Pocket gives you access to professional tools to create magnificent images...

The ‘Quiet Skies’ Program Update

“Quiet Skies” program: An update on a disquieting program. The Quiet Skies Program Tracks, Observes Travelers In The Air The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has cut back on their controversial Quiet Skies program during which federal air marshals were shadowing and spying on unsuspecting air travelers as if they were terrorists — even though they were not criminals or did not appear on any watch lists. The Boston Globe...

10 Best Cheap Eats in Boston

Smarter Travel has published an article of the 10 best cheap eats in Boston. Tasty Burger – 1301 Boylston Street, Boston – There are many cheap places to get a solid hamburger in Boston, but the best is Tasty Burger. Opening its first location right by Fenway Park in 2010, Tasty Burger has since become the “official” burger of the Boston Red Sox. Grab one during a game or head...