The most famous band of all time from every state

Great music can be found all across these United States. And every state has a famous band that hails from it. To determine the most famous band from every state, Business Insider looked at reputation, record sales, and awards, considering each band within its own era, so just because a band is popular now doesn’t …

This guy flew in a private cabin with a luxurious double bed for only $480 and frequent-flyer miles

Travel blogger Sam Huang has made it his mission to book extravagant flights for only a few hundred dollars. But last Christmas Eve, Huang got to sample what might be the most luxurious private airline cabin: Singapore Airlines’ doubled-sized private bed, which combines two adjoining suites, and is usually reserved for couples. “From a Christmas-themed …

Here’s everything that happens in the cabin 15 minutes before you board your plane

Upon boarding your airplane, you are typically greeted by a smiling crew. What you may not realize is the immense amount of preparation needed for your flight. Here is what is happening in the cabin minutes before boarding. Follow BI Video: On Twitter Join the conversation about this story » read more >>> Source : …

The 10 airports that will most likely have the worst Thanksgiving travel delays

Orbitz has ranked the US airports that will most likely be the busiest during a record travel year for Thanksgiving. Follow BI Video: On Twitter Join the conversation about this story » read more >>> Source : BusinessInsider.Com

Take a tour of the charming town surrounding the No. 1 college in the US

If there’s one insight I took from my day trip to Princeton, New Jersey, it’s this: It’s really pretty. Not just the Princeton University campus — the town surrounding it, too. According to Business Insider’s rankings, the Ivy League university is the top college in the US, thanks to its 90% graduation rate and stellar …

I took a ride on the Rolls-Royce of buses — and Amtrak should be worried

The airport is not the most enjoyable place to find yourself, especially in the midst of the Thanksgiving holiday rush. Security lines, forever-rising ticket prices, and seemingly arbitrary fees all create a stressful and pricey experience. Some are looking to other forms of transportation for an alternative. Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor alone counted some 11.7 million …

12 tips to get you through the airport as quickly as possible

The week before Thanksgiving is one of the busiest times to travel all year. Traveling during holidays can be overwhelming, thanks to all of the extra crowds, flight delays, and cancellations. Thankfully, there are certain steps you can take to save yourself time and stay as relaxed as possible. We’ve put together 12 time-saving travel …

Flight attendants share 11 of their favorite travel hacks

For flight attendants, who often spend more than 80 hours in the air a month, traveling can become almost second nature. So who better to turn to for travel tips and tricks than the people with extensive knowledge on the matter? We asked flight attendants to share their best travel hacks with us and scoured …

United’s ‘carry-on baggage ban’ had a nasty side effect that other airlines can learn from (UAL)

On Tuesday, United Airlines introduced its new “Basic Economy” fare designed to compete with low-cost carriers for budget conscious travelers. As part of the new fare class, United announced that passengers who hold these discount tickets are effectively banned from bringing onboard carry-on luggage outside of a purse or computer bag. In addition, Basic Economy …

The most popular NFL fan bars in America, according to Foursquare

Drinking beer and eating huge amounts of junk food with friends is half the fun of football season. But if you’re going to see your team play in person and don’t have a tailgate to go to beforehand, you might want to check out a fan bar in the area. Location intelligence company Foursquare put …

Here’s what you should pack in your carry-on bag

Every traveler wants to pack light, especially when it comes to carry-on luggage. No one wants to be that passenger who is forced to check baggage they were hoping to bring on the flight. In order to avoid this, you’ll need to pack only the essentials. From passports and headphones to extra underwear and socks, …

Airbnb, worth $30 billion, takes a first step toward becoming a full-service travel company

Airbnb has finally launched a feature that will help transition the company from a website to book lodgings to a full-service travel company. On Thursday, the company announced that it’s launching Trips, a feature that’s been in hinted at for months — but has actually been in the works under CEO Brian Chesky for two …

United Airlines just banned carry-on bags for certain economy class passengers (UAL)

On Tuesday, United Airlines announced the introduction of its new “Basic Economy” service designed to take on growing competition from low cost carriers. “Customers have told us that they want more choice and Basic Economy delivers just that,” United Airlines CCO Julia Haywood said in a statement. “By offering low fares while also offering the …

Inside Leonardo DiCaprio’s eco-resort on a private island off the coast of Belize

In recent years, Leonardo DiCaprio has become an outspoken environmental voice. Earlier in 2016, he hosted “Before the Flood,” a National Geographic documentary about climate change, and interviewed President Obama about climate action at the White House’s South by South Lawn festival. Now the actor-turned-activist is hoping to create a new model for green hospitality. …

This guy used a frequent-flyer loophole to take a $60,000 trip in a first-class suite on Emirates

Travel Blogger Sam Huang experienced an elite travel experience for far less than what it actually costs. Find out how he did it and the coolest perks he got to enjoy at 40,000 feet. Produced by Eames Yates. Original Reporting by Steven Tweedie, Nathan McAlone, and Benjamin Zhang. Follow BI Video: On Facebook Join the …

These new seats show just how much America’s airlines have changed (AAL, DAL, UAL)

Last week, Delta Air Lines unveiled its first true international premium economy cabin. Dubbed “Delta Premium” the new service will arrive in 2017 with the airline’s new Airbus A350 fleet. This announcement came just a month after American Airlines’ new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner entered service equipped with its own brand new premium economy cabin. So …

4 things you should know before you work abroad

Getting a job abroad can be a tricky process. However, whether you’re looking to flee the country after the US election, or you’ve always wanted to seek your fortune overseas, it is definitely a worthwhile pursuit for many. Business Insider recently spoke with Jeff Parker, an American who writes about his experience living and working …

What it’s like to stay at Donald Trump’s Florida resort home, the Mar-a-Lago Club

The Mar-a-Lago Club is President-elect Donald Trump’s Florida resort and home base outside Manhattan. It’s the top-ranked spa in Palm Beach on TripAdvisor and gets four full stars on Yelp. But what’s it really like to stay there? James Taylor, the famous singer-songwriter, spent a week there with his wife and children to perform at …

Meet the traveling retirees who have spent 3 years living in Airbnbs around the world

Since July 2013, retirees Michael and Debbie Campbell have consecutively lived in 109 different homes around the world, all booked through room and apartment rental service Airbnb. Later this summer, a visit to Poland will mark country No. 50. Throughout their Airbnb-hopping adventure, the Campbells have become a poster couple for the Silicon Valley-based travel …

11 countries with the best quality of life in the world

The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) recently released its 2016 Better Life Index of countries with the best quality of life. To do this, the OECD studied 34 countries across 11 parameters of well-being, including work-life balance, financial wealth, safety, education, and environmental quality. It uses data from the United Nations, National Statistics …

18 stunning photos from the night the Berlin Wall came down 27 years ago

While President-elect Donald Trump has talked at length about building a wall between the United States and Mexico, this week we celebrate the 27th anniversary of the destruction of the Berlin Wall. Built in 1961, the wall divided East and West Berlin. Constructed by the eastern, Soviet-ruled portion of the city, the wall was meant …

American just scored a significant victory against Delta in Los Angeles (AAL, DAL)

Amid the furor of the presidential election, American Airlines quietly scored significant victory against rival Delta. On Monday, the US Department of Transportation tentatively awarded American with a coveted new route from Los Angeles International Airport to Beijing Capital Airport. This gives the airline the ability to operate daily, non-stop round-trip flights between LAX to …

How to find a job and a home outside of the US

In the wake of a bitter presidential campaign and Donald Trump’s huge Election Day upset, some jaded Americans say they’re considering living abroad as an option to escape all the division. It’s not just celebrities, either. Last night, the desire to flee the US peaked to the point that Canada’s immigration site actually crashed. So …

16 photos that will make you want to buy a one-way ticket to Canada right now

Canada is looking like a popular destination the day after the shocking US election. Many are looking for ways to move there and become Canadian citizens, and searches for one-way plane tickets to Canada surged 1,000% on the morning of November 9. The Government of Canada’s immigration website even crashed Tuesday night as the US …