Travel
Roads Less Traveled: Cheaper alternatives to vacation hotspots
Check out these cities off the beaten path.
An Education Vacation: How, why and where to take a gap year
Gap years are gaining popularity in the United States as we realize that there's more to education than learning by the books.
5 Non-Classroom Lessons I Learned From Study Abroad
It's been a few years since I studied abroad, but I still consider my semester in Paris one of my most memorable college experiences. Here are five (of many) things I learned from study abroad that have stuck with me:
Paying Off & Passports
What is amortization, and when should you get a passport?
Scams and Pickpockets: Avoid Getting Duped Abroad, Part Two
We're back with our second half of tips on outsmarting pickpockets and scammers. Catch up on Part one: Scams, if you're new here.
Part 2: Pickpockets
Scams and Pickpockets: Avoid Getting Duped Abroad, Part One
Scammers and pickpockets lurk in big cities abroad, and even the most cautious and savvy travelers can fall victim to their ways (me included).
The Brass Sitdown: How To Travel, With Staffer Jane
Brass staffer Jane recently jetted off to Europe--totally jealous. I've always wanted to travel overseas, so I sat down with Jane for some advice on planning a big trip.
Me: Why do think budgeting for an entire vacation is important, as opposed to just securing tickets and a place to stay?
Trip Budget Report Card
I'm back from my trip to Europe! My husband and I had a great two weeks in Paris, Rome and Tuscany. Now that the vacation's over and we're back to real life, it's time to assess how we did sticking to our travel budget.
Favorite Freebie Workouts
When I studied abroad during college, over the course of a semester I put on a few pounds. Um, make that 15. It wasn't pretty. Well, all that dark chocolate with hazelnuts was…
Wanderlust For Less: 10 ways to save on travel
Whether you take a weekend jaunt to a nearby city or a backpacking trek across Europe, travel can be pricey. We’ve rounded up ten ways to save on your next trip without sacrificing fun or adventure.
