What’s car shaming, and how do you avoid it on your next road trip?
There’s nothing like a road trip this summer — if you can get past the shame of it.
On Travel
On Travel is a weekly consumer travel column that offers information and advice for people planning a business or leisure trip. The feature started in USA Today in 2013 and is now nationally syndicated.
Airlines are getting stricter about carry-on luggage. Here’s what to do about it.
Are airlines tightening their carry-on luggage rules? Passengers like Eddie Cannon believe the answer is “yes.”
Should you pay extra for an airline seat assignment?
Is it worth paying extra for a seat assignment on a flight?
Should airlines ban alcohol on flights?
Should airlines limit or ban alcohol on planes? Passengers like Jodi Smith have an opinion.
Are you a bad hotel guest? Here’s how to know
A few hours after Matt Rogers checked into his hotel in Dallas, he heard rhythmic grunting noises outside his door. They were coming from one of the worst hotel guests ever.
Shoe wars at 36,000 feet: Should you leave your footwear on?
Imagine settling into your economy class seat on a 13-hour flight, only to find a stranger’s shoes occupying the space beside you.
Why are airline passengers so entitled and inconsiderate?
Why are passengers acting so badly? And what can you do if you’re seated next to an entitled passenger?
In for the long haul? Here’s how to choose the right airline.
Long-haul flights can be exhausting. How do you choose the right airline for the journey? Here are a few pro strategies.
Slow travel: Why is everyone losing it with the laggards?
Has this ever happened to you? You’re boarding a flight and the guy in front of you is slow. Almost deliberately slow.
How to avoid anti-American sentiment when you’re traveling internationally
When I think of anti-American sentiment and travel, I’m reminded of the guy who visited İzmir, Turkey — and suddenly found himself in the wrong place at the wrong time.