Travel News and Analysis
Champion Traveler keeps you informed about the latest trends in travel. Occasionally we also commission unique surveys from independent parties and create unique data visualizations.
Will My US Cell Phone Work in Canada?
International travel can be overwhelming for first time travelers. One of the more complicated steps in planning an international trip is making sure your cellphone and other devices will work in the country you're travelling to. In Canada, you've got a modern...
Airbnb vs. VRBO vs. HomeAway – What’s the best way to book a vacation rental?
So you're looking to try this whole vacation rental via the web thing out, huh? It's a great alternative to standard hotels, as many of these rental services offer a more intimate experience in new locations. A quaint home or apartment outside of the standard hotel...
Popular Movies Can Increase Tourism to the Film’s Location between 25%-300%
It seems pretty obvious: a popular movie can increase tourism to the film's location. So while we weren't surprised to find data proving this, we were impressed just by how much it can increase. When we totaled up all the publicly available data, we found that on...
The Best Mobile Phone and Tablet Apps For Family Travel with Kids 2017-2018
While I like to think of myself as someone who tries to minimize screen time for my kids when possible, during commutes while traveling is absolutely, positively not one of those times. Airport freakouts, long car trips with countless bathroom breaks, or the boredom...
Survey: Americans Who Travel Abroad Are Much Less Likely to Approve of Donald Trump’s Presidency
We surveyed 1,014 English-speaking Americans to determine whether travel to foreign countries was related to approval of Donald Trump's presidency. We asked, 1) "How many foreign (non-US) countries have you visited in the last 5 years?", and 2) "Do you approve or...
The 10 Best Must-Have Smart Phone Apps For Traveling 2017-2018
It's funny to think about traveling while I was in college. I didn't have a smart phone (they weren't even invented yet!), so while abroad I was often forced to find internet cafes in order to make any number of arrangements or to get in touch with family and friends....
Here’s How Much the Netflix Library Has Grown in 93 Countries Since Launching Globally
Most countries' Netflix libraries have seen anywhere from 25%-350% increases in their total title count, with the US dropping 1% We travel a lot and love a big adventure, but sometimes while on longer trips, a relaxing day watching Netflix doesn't seem like the worst...
Tourism from Mexico into the United States has collapsed over the past eight months
Despite scares of Zika, violence, and other threats, tourism into Mexico from the US remains strong, as travelers continue to visit the warm beaches and vibrant cities across the United State's southern neighbor. But our recent estimates project that the road appears...