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Since humans began to adopt writing systems, they also created systems for passing along written messages. For thousands of years, it would have been possible to get messages to distant parts of whatever empire or kingdom you happened to live in, provided you found the right courier and had enough money.

Using Your Phone as a Hotel Key Is Great Until It Isn’t. I always sign up to get the digital key, but I prefer to use the physical key card instead. Having the digital version is a nice backup in case you lose your key or if it gets demagnetized. Plus, it’s a fun (and free) keepsake for the kids to document our travels.

Growing up in a car-centric suburb in Ohio, Joe Baur felt a sense of disconnection with the natural world. But when he moved to Germany, the country’s ‘steigs’—and public transport—changed that for good. They say in Wales that sheep outnumber people. I wouldn’t be surprised if the same were true about cars in Mentor, Ohio.

It seems the soaring cost of travel is no match for Sin City’s appeal. While many believed the entertainment capital would suffer heavy losses amid the cost of living crisis, when purchasing power and travel demand inevitably drop, Las Vegas has never been hotter, both figuratively and literally, being named the happiest city to vacation in the U.S. this year.

If you’re looking for the best list of things to do in Denver, you just hit the jackpot. Bookmark this post, and you’ll never wonder what to do in Denver again. Here’s the deal: I’m a Denver local who travels the world full time and writes online travel guides. It’s a dream job. And I take as much pride in my work as I do in being from Denver.

Seattle isn’t exactly known for being the most affordable city to visit, but you can travel to the Emerald City on a budget if you plan just right. Although hotels and certain attractions come with hefty price tags, there are plenty of activities that are either free or low cost. These tips can help you get the full Seattle experience without breaking the bank.

Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a brand that causes confusion among some consumers, especially among those who are Marriott Bonvoy members. What are Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties? What makes them different from other Ritz-Carlton resorts? Do they participate in Marriott Bonvoy? In this post I wanted to answer some of those questions.

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