News & Culture

4 Holiday Travel Trends to Know for 2022, According to TripIt Data

By TripIt on December 14, 2022

What’s different about travel this holiday season versus the last? We dug into our data, and discovered four trends shaping holiday travel in 2022.   For starters, Christmas Day falling on... Read More

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Take the Stress out of Holiday Travel With These 5 Tips

By Amanda Wowk on December 01, 2022

You’ve made a list. You’ve checked it twice. You’ve bought the perfect gift for, well, everyone—and even made space for said gifts in your suitcase (thank you, packing cubes!). You’re... Read More

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Dear Jen: Tips for Navigating Air Travel to Europe, Holiday Bookings, and More

By TripIt on August 24, 2022

Dear Jen is a new series from TripIt that asks Jen Moyse, vice president of product for TripIt from Concur, for her best advice when it comes to travel these days. Jen spends her time... Read More

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TripIt Data: Christmas and New Year’s Bookings Sleigh 2021 Holiday Travel Numbers

By TripIt on December 06, 2021

The year 2021 has been full of ups and downs, and twists and turns when it comes to travel. We’ve gone from near standstill to stronger-than-ever returns; from closed to the world, to... Read More

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6 Tips for Low-Stress Thanksgiving Travel

By Amanda Wowk on November 15, 2021

Turkey trotting. Turkey stuffing. Turkey carving. Thanksgiving traditions bring us together—and this year, many people will be reuniting with loved ones they didn’t get to celebrate with in... Read More

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6 Precautions Travelers Can Take This Holiday Season

By Amanda Wowk on December 02, 2020

Your decision to travel (or not to) this holiday season will likely be based on a series of micro-choices: Should I travel? Where should I stay? How do I feel comfortable and safe traveling... Read More

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Stuck at the Airport on the Holidays? Here's How to Cope

By TripIt on November 23, 2020

Getting stuck at the airport is always annoying, but it’s especially so when traveling during the holidays. At first, nothing feels worse than spending Christmas in JFK or New Year’s Eve in... Read More

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5 Reasons to Travel by Train This Holiday Season (and Beyond)

By Amanda Wowk on October 13, 2020

For many, the upcoming holiday season will mark a return to travel. While some travelers will choose to fly or opt for a road trip, there’s a third option to consider for your holiday... Read More

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5 Ways to Find Balance During the Holidays

By Amanda Wowk on November 19, 2019

Recipe for a stress-free holiday: 1 cup on-time departure  1 tbsp calorie-free meals ¼ cup well-behaved children 2 tsp time for yourself   Mix and serve... Read More

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Holiday Travel 101

By TripIt on December 03, 2014

As much as I love doing it, traveling provides an endless supply of possible stressful moments. When you add in more people, weather problems, and the time sensitive nature of the holidays... Read More