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5 Great Gifts for Travelers

Got a friend or family who loves to travel? Here are some awesome products that would make great gifts for...

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7 California Beach Towns to Visit During Winter

While temperatures may be dropping around much of the country, the weather at California’s beaches remains relatively mild. In December,...

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United’s MileagePlus In-Store Shopping Lets You Earn More Miles for Free Flights

I don’t know about you, but I was suprised to learn that there’s a way to earn miles to use...

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10 Free Things to Do in Miami

Miami’s collection of luxury hotels, fine dining options and 24/7 parties have solidified its reputation as a hub for glitz...

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Celebrate Chicago's Christmas with these 5 festive ways.

5 Ways to Celebrate Christmas in Chicago

Whether you want to shop, ice skate or admire bright light displays, here are five reasons to celebrate a Chicago...

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How to Use the Southwest Rapid Rewards Shopping Portal

The Southwest Rapid Rewards Shopping Portal is a free, easy and fun way to earn Southwest points to get you...

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The Best Things to Do in Zionsville, Indiana

Welcome to Zionsville, Indiana, the town I’ve called home for the last eight years. I’m going to show you the...

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Reader Story: How Linda B. Earned Her Southwest Companion Pass

Congratulations to Linda B. of Bristol, Rhode Island, who earned her Southwest Companion Pass, which means one person can fly...

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Reader Story: How Diane S. Earned the Southwest Companion Pass

Congrats to Diane S. of Norman, Oklahoma, who earned her Southwest Companion Pass on October 3, 2017. The Southwest Companion...

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Reader Question: Do I Need to Check in Separately for a Connecting Southwest Flight?

When it comes to flying Southwest Airlines, checking in is really important, because it determines when you board the plane...

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Reader Story: How Gary and Jane H. Earned Their Companion Pass

Another GotoTravelGal.com reader has earned their Companion Pass with help from my free “Step-by-Step Guide to Earning the Southwest Companion...

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Vacation Rental or Hotel: Which Is Right for Your European Vacation?

Planning a trip to Europe can be overwhelming, especially if you want to visit multiple countries. And when it comes...

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