Tag: trends
Quirky New Architecture to Add to Your Travel List
9 August 2016
This post was initially published on the Tailwind Blog on March 25, 2016 by TheHipmunk.
From the Great Pyramid of Giza to the Colosseum in Rome, sightseeing often entails reveling in ... read more
The Best New Flight Routes in 2016
13 January 2016
It’s not just the internet and smartphones that are bringing the world closer together. Airlines are expanding and adding more non-stop routes to their schedules, making it easier to get ... read more
Tips, Tricks, and Hacks for Staying Productive on Long Flights
7 January 2016
The lure of in-flight entertainment systems and bad magazines make it easy to drift into a lazy stupor on airplane trips. For fliers looking to boost their next trip’s productivity, ... read more
Stay Stylish but Pack Light – Why a Versatile Wrap Dress Is Perfect for Travelers
29 December 2015
One of the hardest parts about packing when traveling is balance: bring everything you need, but keep it light and manageable. By everything you need, I mean just that – ... read more
Where Not to Take a Selfie
13 October 2015
Last month, a 66-year-old Japanese tourist was taking a selfie at the Taj Mahal when he tripped down a flight of stairs and died from the resulting injuries. At least ... read more
The Traveler’s Guide to Tipping Internationally
14 September 2015 This post was posted by TheHipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on September 9th. Tipping is a hot topic in the United States these days, as rising minimum wages call into question the standard practice of making ... read moreTravel Truths You Need to Accept in Order to Stay Happy on the Road
5 September 2015
Travel is one of the most educational and invigorating experiences that life has to offer. It allows you to get out of your routines and comfort zones, meet new people, ... read more