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Peak solar activity is forecast for 2024: Here are the best places around the world to see the northern lights

​  Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. It’s not easy to feel small in a world determined to keep us all connected all the time. However, spend an evening staring slack-jawed at the northern lights, and you’ll quickly be reminded of your place in the universe. Scientifically […]

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These Travel Tuesday hotel deals can save you hundreds on your next stay

​  Editor’s note: We’ll update this article as more offers become available, so check back often. It’s the busiest shopping time of the year. While many people are looking for deals on TVs and video games, travel enthusiasts and frequent flyers are looking for ways to save on hotels, flights and possibly even trips around

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The best time to visit Hawaii for good weather, smaller crowds, deals and more

​  Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. So you want to visit Hawaii? Understandable — it’s a great place. However, unless you’re booking a spontaneous flight deal (and those do happen), you’ll probably want to plan to ensure you’re traveling at the best time for your particular dream trip. Whether you’re

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10 tips for flying during the holidays this season

​  Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. It’s beginning to look like busy airports, festive travelers all around and that familiar holiday travel season. The most wonderful time of the year can very quickly become the most stressful time of the year at the airport, and many

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How to give the gift of travel: From using points and miles to booking a vacation package

​  With the holiday season officially here, you may be wondering what to get that special someone in your life. While some people prefer unwrapping physical presents, others — such as many of the writers here at TPG — enjoy gifting and receiving vacations. Yes, giving the gift of travel may sound a bit complicated,

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TopCashback offers you cash-back rewards for your online purchases — plus, enjoy a $25 sign-up bonus

​  If you aren’t earning points or extra cash back with your online purchases, you’re likely leaving rewards on the table. And with inflation remaining a serious concern for many Americans, every little bit helps. Thankfully, it’s super simple to get extra rewards — it just requires a couple of extra clicks. There are lots

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Beat high gas prices while traveling during the holidays: 8 ways to save at the pump

​  Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The holidays are usually a time to gather and celebrate but two things that so many of us have to contend with during the season are: long drives to meet up with family and friends and the cost of fueling

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As the holidays approach, here’s how to reach an airline quickly

​  Editor’s note: This post is continually updated with new information. With the holiday travel season kicking off, domestic travel is expected to exceed pre-pandemic levels. In fact, this year’s Thanksgiving travel period is supposed to be the busiest in 18 years, according to Airlines for America, a trade group that represents the major U.S.

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Review of the updated Away The Bigger Carry-On: Same great bag, revamped features

​  Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Since it debuted in 2015, Away has become a popular luggage company with bags that are often easy to spot in every corner of an airport, from airline lounges to baggage carousels. It’s almost like the iPhone of carry-on bags

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