“A right bodge job”This is one those British phrases that refers to something someone has done poorly. Make sure you memorize these phrases before going abroad! “Getting pissed”This British slang phrase means getting drunk. In the U.S., “getting pissed” on the road is much more acceptable than it is in the U.K. This is why Europeans drive manual instead of automatic.  “I’ll give you a bell”This means you will call someone on the phone later.

Pack a small kitIt’s a very smart idea to prepare and take a small medical kit with you, says Christopher Sanford, MD, an associate professor in the department of global health at the University of Washington in Seattle and author for the Merck Manuals. In addition to your routine prescription medications (in their original bottles and packed in your carry-on), he recommends packing the following over-the-counter products: pain medication, sunblock, aloe lotion, hydrocortisone cream, an an

 Gulf Shores Public Beach, AlabamaJust one of the beach getaways along Highway 59, Gulf Shores offers lifeguards, picnic areas, and restrooms (with showers!). While there is a small parking fee, you can almost always find free parking at beaches nearby. Buckskin Mountain State Park Beach, ArizonaThis beach is located in the heart of one of Arizona’s state parks, meaning it’s well-kempt and picturesque. There aren’t any lifeguards, but you’ll find volleyball courts, a market, and hiking trails ne

These are the cars we steal the mostThe National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) compiles an annual Hot Wheels report, which lists the top ten most stolen cars in the United States. Here are the top targets from the most recent report and the most stolen model year for each:Honda Accord (1997)Honda Civic (1998)Ford Pickup (full size) (2006)Chevrolet Pickup (full size) (2004)Toyota Camry (2016)Nissan Altima (2015)Dodge Pickup (full size) (2001)Toyota Corolla (2015)Chevrolet Impala (2008)Jeep Cherok

Sign up onlineTo be considered as a movie extra, all you have to do is apply on a casting website. It’s usually free, and you’ll get emails and texts about the upcoming movies looking for background artists, says Christine Nelson, background casting director at Lee Genick/Sylvia Fay & Associates Casting. You’ll confirm if you’re available, and be able to talk to the casting directors from there. Find a current pictureMake sure you’re putting out an accurate image. You don’t have to splurge o

YugoslaviaA hundred years ago, World War I wreaked all kinds of havoc on the borders of Europe. Yugoslavia, a southeastern European country created in 1918 as “the Kingdom of the Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes” and renamed Yugoslavia a decade later, united many culturally and ethnically diverse territories that were part of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire. The new nation included the current states of Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, Kosovo, and Macedoni

Masaya, NicaraguaJust east of an eponymous active volcano with Apoyo Lagoon Natural Reserve to its west, Masay is the third most populous city in Nicaragua. Not only does it offer up-close-and-personal encounters with more than 200 species of bird and 500 species of plants, but a two bedroom can range between $300 and $450 a month, including utilities, according to Amy McDonald, a real estate agent with Triplemint. Not technically old enough to retire just yet, based on American standards? No wo

Live squidTechnically, odori don isn’t served while still alive… but the squid’s muscles and nerves are still active when it’s brought to your table. That means that any soy sauce or salt you sprinkle on top causes the tentacles to squirm around. Apparently, that feeling of the squid moving in your mouth is what makes this such a delicacy in Japan. Check out the 9 rules you must follow while eating Japanese food. StinkbugsThese pesky insects are known for the pungent odor

Watch Hill, Rhode IslandUnless you own a home in Watch Hill, you’ve probably never even heard of this affluent coastal enclave. Here’s what you’re missing: a walkable village with cedar-shingled cottages, waterfront mansions (ahem, Taylor Swift), blue hydrangeas, beautiful beaches, an ice cream shop, and an old-timey carousel. If you want to stay the night, can book a room at the Ocean House, an enduring grande dame hotel, or the recently revamped Watch Hill Inn. Don’t mi

StonehengeLocated on a flat plain north of Salisbury, England, Stonehenge is a circular formation of massive stones (the largest are 30 feet tall and weigh 25 tons). Scientists believe it was a monument marking a massive burial site that was built between four and five thousand years ago. No one has ever been able to figure out how or why the monument was built—or whether it was even built by humans; archaeologists this past month uncovered evidence that at least two of the stones had been in pl

Here’s proof age is nothing but a number“I have to say, the ‘craziest’ things I’ve seen were when elderly travelers completely defied what it means to be ‘old,” Marc Cappelletti, who has worked as both a small cruise ship director and an expedition developer, told Reader’s Digest. “I’ve also gone step for step with a 90-year-old woman on a hike in the Galapagos, held the limbo stick for an octogenarian who raised his arms like Rocky Bal

Great Barrier Reef | AustraliaYou can’t talk about the ocean without mentioning the Great Barrier Reef. This 1,429-mile ecosystem is the largest living thing on the planet. It’s so gigantic, you can see it from outer space! Just let that sink in for a second. Enormity aside, this natural wonder of the world wows with its dazzling array of fish, mollusks, dolphins, sharks, and turtles. No surprise, the Great Barrier Reef landed on our list of awe-inspiring UNESCO sites everyone needs

Sleep in a tree houseAt Chewton Glen, a five-star luxury country house hotel on the edge of the ancient New Forest in Hampshire, not only are you just a few minutes’ walk from the sea, you can also book a stay in one of their glam Treehouse Suites, each built high above a secluded valley and suspended 35 feet above ground. The Yews, their newest and most secluded Treehouse Suite, is made for family travel, sleeping up to 14 people, offers curated picnic baskets, and boasts a children’

Citronella candles are better than othersCitronella candles are no more effective than other candles at keeping mosquitoes away. Candle smoke in general might have a limited effect. Likewise, planting Citrosa geraniums won’t repel mosquitoes. Instead, learn the 11 natural mosquito repellents worth trying. Misting systems a long-term fixOutdoor foggers and misting systems will temporarily reduce mosquito numbers, but they rise again as soon as the system turns off and the spray dissipates. Spray

MofongoPuerto Rican cuisine delights foodies from everywhere, and the island’s quintessential dish is Mofongo. The exotic sounding dish is actually quite rustic; it’s made of fried green plantains seasoned with sofrito, (sauce of tomatoes, onions, peppers, garlic, and herbs) soaked in stock and served with a protein like lobster or pork. Mofongo was influenced by the African slaves who were brought to the island. Don’t miss these beaches with the clearest water in the world. Bl

EverclearYou’re welcome (though not necessarily recommended) to pack some minibar-sized bottles on the plane with you, but don’t try getting the most bang out of your 100 milliliters by sneaking a high-proof liquor. Any alcoholic beverages more than 140 proof (70 percent alcohol) aren’t allowed in your carry-on or checked bag. So yes, your 151 rum needs to stay at the resort too. Magic 8 BallWe’ll have to quote tsa.gov on this one: “For Carry-on bags: We asked the Magic 8 Ball and it told us…Out

The Sasquatch—Whistler, British ColumbiaNamed after the larger-than-life folklore legend, The Sasquatch takes sightseeing to new heights, launching from an elevation of 4,921 feet up Blackcomb Mountain. The summer-only experience offers 1.3 miles of adrenaline-pumping action and spectacular views—lakes, valleys, peaks, and even glaciers in the distance. And each guest gets a GoPro camera to capture video footage, which can be purchased for an additional cost. Thrill-seekers won’t want to m

The Big AppleNew York City is known for a lot of things: Times Square, yellow taxi cabs, and crowds, to name a few. But apples? Not so much. So it’s no surprise this nickname has nothing to do with fruit. In fact, the name has horseracing roots. Throughout the 1920s, John Fitz Gerald, a horseracing reporter for a local newspaper, referred to New York as the Big Apple. He wrote that he’d first heard the term used by African American stable hands, who used it to convey the importance o

Damage waiverEven though you know you’re already covered by your car insurance policy, rental agents pushing their company’s damage waiver coverage will sound so convincing that you’ll feel like you’re risking it all for refusing their extra coverage. Here’s the catch: Your own car insurance might already cover you, making that extra $63 to $210 a week unnecessary. Check your policy before you buy to figure out what’s best for you. Find out the cheap travel secrets booking agencies don’t w

Alabama: Bama Bed and BreakfastRun by two former teachers, Bama Bed and Breakfast in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is one of the top bed and breakfasts in the hometown of the University of Alabama. It’s especially popular on football weekends for Crimson Tide fans, as its located just two blocks from Bryant-Denny Stadium. The 1823 antebellum home is Southern elegance at its finest, staying true to its history. Stay in the 1950s Sweet Home Alabama suite, which pays tribute to the days of malt shops