The 10 Best Hotels in Austin: Where to Stay by Neighborhood in 2025
A guide to Austin’s best hotels, organized by neighborhood for every style and budget. Whether you’re looking for boutique stays in South Congress or hidden gems in East Austin, this guide makes it easy to find a hotel for all budgets.
Where to Eat Like a True Austinite: The Best Restaurants in Austin
Austin’s restaurant scene is booming with old favorites and exciting newcomers. This guide spotlights the best restaurants in Austin, Texas for 2025—covering hidden gems, local favorites, and essential tips for making the most of every meal.
Pros & Cons of eSIM Cards for Travel
One of my biggest travel pet peeves is finding affordable cellular data phone plans. eSIM cards are the future—ready or not! They are very convenient and cheaper than paying for an international plan but do have a few flaws. I dig into all the details in my latest post!
19 Best Things to Do in Austin, Texas, From a Local Travel Writer
Austin knows the key to my heart – flip-flop weather most of the year, endless outdoor activities, amazing food and craft beer. And, live music—of course! If you’re heading to Austin, check out these great places to eat, drink and explore!
An Easy Guide to Getting American Airlines Elite Status—And How to Optimize it Once You Do
A work trip to Egypt in January helped me earn American Airlines AAdvantage Platinum status thanks to a stopover in Dubai and flying oneworld alliance airlines. This post was originally published in April 2024 and updated in August 2025 to reflect recent changes to...
How to Avoid Travel Bank Fees
The easiest way to save money while traveling is having the right kind of bank accounts. Here’s how to avoid ATM fees, foreign transaction fees and dynamic currency conversion when using ATMs and credit cards abroad.
Why American Airlines Elite Status No Longer Makes Sense for Most Travelers
American Airlines recently changed its upgrade system, making elite status harder to justify. This post breaks down what’s changed and whether elite status still makes sense.
I Travel Full-Time. Here’s Seven Things I Always Pack Under $25.
Nonstop travel has made me a packing pro. On my last six-month stint abroad in Japan and Southeast Asia, these seven things under $25 were the most useful.
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