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BOSTON, MA - After several years of avoiding the subject one travel blogger finally relents, penning first Maldives article, and leveling up her travel blog in the process.

The Travel Blogger

Travel blogger finally writes obligatory article about Maldives

by Lee BallouSeptember 12, 2023September 11, 2023

BOSTON, MA – After several years of avoiding the subject one travel blogger finally relents, penning first Maldives article, and leveling up her travel blog in the process.

TIJUANA - Thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies have a new bucket list destination in their sights after Mexico has been named "best destination for those who love the thrill of being kidnapped."

Mexico named “best destination for those who love thrill of being kidnapped”

by Lee BallouApril 30, 2023April 30, 2023

In the world of recreational vehicles, it seems that the bigger, the better. But have you ever tried to park one of those monstrous RVs? It's like trying to maneuver a small aircraft carrier through a crowded parking lot.

The Hilarious and Stressful Reality of Parking an RV

by Guest PosterMarch 31, 2023March 30, 2023

BETHLEHEM - The original Bonvoy: A wild story has emerged after one Marriott Bonvoy Gold member found himself on the outside looking in when a local Marriott refused to honor his reservation. Insult was added to injury when the man realized he and his pregnant wife weren't getting a free breakfast in the morning either.

Joseph disappointed after Marriott Fairfield Inn doesn’t honor his reservation, provide free breakfast

by Lee BallouDecember 24, 2022December 23, 2022

COLUMBUS, OH - Karen Jones is pretty sure she wants a divorce but agreed to one more holiday trip just to make sure. Besides, no one files for divorce in December.

Wife pretty sure she wants divorce but wants one more holiday trip to make sure

by Lee BallouDecember 23, 2022December 13, 2022

SEATTLE, WA - An Airbnb host is making waves after experimenting with new fees and up-charges at their Puget Sound bungalow. After asking guests to literally pay their actual mortgage directly to the bank, remodel the basement, and father a few children the host was featured on Airbnb's "Most Innovative Hosts of 2022" list.

Airbnb host asks guest to pay their actual mortgage, remodel basement, and father a few of their children

by Lee BallouDecember 14, 2022December 13, 2022

A wealthy white woman decides to skip private and fly the Greyhound of the sky: "There are no seat assignments just a lot of passive-aggressive purses placed on the seats."

Wealthy white woman flies Southwest, hilarity ensues

by Lee BallouNovember 30, 2022November 30, 2022

LAS VEGAS, NV - One man's hotel hack is really pushing it after he demands resort fees be reimbursed when the property can't produce a notary public.

Man demands refund of Resort Fee after hotel can’t actually find a Notary

by Jon Nickel-D'AndreaNovember 29, 2022November 29, 2022

ANY US AIRPORT - As millions prepare to embark on what is sure to be a stressful, busy, and chaotic trip this Thanksgiving the travel blogger community has one request: when filming a travel freakout turn your phone horizontally.

Travel bloggers have one request for everyone traveling this Thanksgiving weekend

by Lee BallouNovember 23, 2022November 22, 2022

LITERALLY ANYWHERE, US - In a shocking admission, travel experts are predicting that Thanksgiving travel this year is going to be exactly like it is every year...fricking horrible.

Experts predict that Thanksgiving travel is (checks notes)…going to totally suck

by Lee BallouNovember 22, 2022November 22, 2022