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About Mason

Mason is a lifelong traveler and broadcaster, having done both for more than three decades. By the time he was a teenager, Mason was booking his own trips and traveling solo. He’s an expert on the ins and outs of finding a great fare, how to maximize miles and points for free travel, and how to get the most enjoyment from the journey itself. Mason is a traveler at heart, and no destination is unworthy of a visit.

Riding the Washington State Ferries: A Guide

August 28, 2022 6:46 pm Published by Comments Off on Riding the Washington State Ferries: A Guide

In our guide to riding the Washington State Ferries, you’ll learn how to navigate this slow, serene, and scenic way...


5 Tips For a Great Road Trip

June 20, 2022 8:38 pm Published by Comments Off on 5 Tips For a Great Road Trip

Follow these 5 tips for a great road trip, and learn to love the open road. Are you planning a...


Isla Holbox, A Laid Back Island Paradise

November 9, 2021 9:47 pm Published by Comments Off on Isla Holbox, A Laid Back Island Paradise

Travel to Isla Holbox, an inviting, laid back paradise off Mexico’s Gulf Coast. It’s an island that’s best experienced in...


Destination Report: Belize

October 15, 2021 7:04 pm Published by Comments Off on Destination Report: Belize

The Central American nation has a laidback Caribbean vibe, lush jungles, great beaches and a signature cocktail — My first...


Where in the World is… Eswatini?

October 15, 2021 1:42 pm Published by Comments Off on Where in the World is… Eswatini?

Where is the world is Eswatini? This small landlocked country used to be known as Swaziland, until its king renamed...


Where Can You Take a Legal Free Left Turn?

October 13, 2021 6:33 pm Published by Comments Off on Where Can You Take a Legal Free Left Turn?

In most states (not all), it’s legal for drivers to take a free left on a red light onto a...


Uber vs. Lyft: The Great Debate

August 16, 2021 4:07 pm Published by Comments Off on Uber vs. Lyft: The Great Debate

As ride sharing services have proliferated, the idea of getting a taxi seems so 20th century. Cabs are still running,...


Avelo Airlines: What to Know Before Booking

June 10, 2021 2:29 pm Published by Comments Off on Avelo Airlines: What to Know Before Booking

Ultra low cost carrier Avelo Airlines is a welcome new travel option, with the promise of “refreshingly smooth travel,” but...


Breeze Airways is Now Open for Business

May 24, 2021 10:13 am Published by Comments Off on Breeze Airways is Now Open for Business

New ultra low-cost carrier Breeze Airways is now open, selling tickets and preparing for its first flights before the end...