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The room rate is just one of a number of charges on your hotel bill. Here are some of the most common taxes and what they're used for.

What Happens if You Forget To Declare Something at Customs?

When arriving from an international flight, travelers are required to pass through customs to verify their identity and declare any items they’re carrying with them. But what happens if you forget about one or two of those items — or don’t realize you were supposed to declare them in the first place?

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Is Basic Economy a Good Deal? Here’s What To Consider

Basic-economy tickets — the bottom rung on the economy-class ladder — offer the lowest possible price, but they come with trade-offs that travelers should understand before booking.

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These Are North America’s Best Hotel Chains

When deciding which hotel to stay at, the plethora of options may feel overwhelming. To help narrow down the options, we turned to the experts at J.D. Power, who recently released their 2025 North America Guest Satisfaction Index Study.

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5 Tips for Flying Southwest Airlines

If you’re planning an upcoming trip on Southwest, here are five things to know before you book, from new assigned seating to fees for checked luggage.

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