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Did you know that many airlines will lower their rates at midnight (EST)? Or that weekend specials are usually released on Thursday nights?

No? Neither did we.

That is, until recently when member Spotty posted this article in our forums.

You might want to read that article before you book your next flight. Sweet!

Thanks, Spotty!
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Australians Advised to "exercise caution" When Traveling to Canada


For some reason, the Australian government's "Smart Traveller" website is cautioning their public that Canada isn't exactly a safe travel destination:

"Bush and forest fires can occur any time in Canada. You should consult local news reports and authorities before visiting forested areas and follow the advice of local...
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Sandy beaches, cozy ski chalets, the bliss of doing nothing...


The plan: Escape with 3 best girls to the Dominican for a week to lie in the sun, drink loads of all-included margaritas, get a decent tan, but avoid getting those silly bead braids.

The details: Not worked out yet. Can't get much research done with the boss constantly looking over my shoulder. Honestly don't even know where to...
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Jet-setting needn't be put on hold simply because you have a baby on board says Ask Patty...

Every holiday season my husband and I drive to my parents' house, from California to Missouri. We usually drive straight through, only stopping for quick breaks, food, and gas. But this year, our son (born on Thanksgiving) came with us....

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There is nothing more enchanting than experiencing Christmas in another part of the world.

Castle "Neuschwanstein" near Füssen, a must-see for visitors to the region. 30-minute tours offered several times daily in 11 languages cost 9€* per adult.

I was fortunate to live in Germany for several years and take in some new traditions and memories I will never forget. Southern Bavaria in winter is a...
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We're living vicariously through blogger I Am Fashion on her recent trip to NYC! Sample sales, decadent waffles, and touristy stops to tempt all the shopaholics among us...

Having been wanting to go to NYC for the longest time (I haven't been since I was 4 years ago!), I finally went this weekend. And let me say, it was more awesome than I remembered! Besides the usual Times Square,...
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Looking for a getaway this November? You’ll want to read up on this cozy recommendation for a trip to Glasgow, from our travel writer, Shannon...


During my time spent living in the UK, it was always the case that the further north you traveled, the more beautiful the place and friendly the folk. Glasgow, Scotland is by no means an exception to this rule. Located just northeast of Edinburgh and...
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We are very excited to introduce you to our latest partner, Travel Zoo!

You'll notice the Travel Zoo adds throughout ChickAdvisor and also in the featured deals section of our Deals page.

Travel Zoo features the best travel deals around the world. You can sign up to receive the Top 20 deals per week delivered directly to your email. It saves you having to surf the net for the latest deals and...
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Fabulously Broke in the City has found her answer to the elusive travel question: "What do I pack?" This is an Achilles heel for many of us, so read further to get her unique perspective.

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Though I am originally from Winnipeg, every time I go back and visit my hometown I am newly surprised by the way they do things there. For example, driving. Winnipeggers have a much more relaxed philosophy on things like green lights, stop signs and advanced turn signals. Generally a left turn signal will let through approximately 2.5 cars. Not because the light is too short, but because the...
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