The Pack Up + Go Blog
Inspire adventure. Explore more. Travel often.
The Pack Up + Go blog is a collection of travel tips, an exploration of amazing US destinations, and info about how our Trips work!
Why Take a Road Trip with Pack Up + Go
Your next vacation should be a Pack Up + Go Road Trip. Here’s why.
Written by Amelia Johnson
Affirm: A New Way to Pay
Don’t want to pay for your whole vacation at once? Then don’t! Pack Up + Go partners with Affirm to give you more options on how to pay for your Surprise Vacation.
Written by the Pack Up + Go Team
Introducing Pack Up + Go’s Updated Website Design
New year, new look! We’re inviting you to learn a little bit more about our updated website look.
Arrivals + Departures: Year in Review 2022
After the return of travel in 2021, 2022 was a year of growth for Pack Up + Go. Learn more about what Pack Up + Go was up to in this special Year in Review issue of Arrivals + Departures.
Written by The Pack Up + Go Team
Travel Hacks for Flying Over the Holidays
Make traveling during busy times a breeze with our top travel hacks to help you arrive at your destination stress-free!
Written by Juliana Schnerr
Your Guide to the Annual Pack Up + Go Black Friday Sale
Mark your calendars, the Annual Pack Up + Go Black Friday Sale is back in 2022. We have the answers to all your questions for the big day!
Written by The Pack Up + Go Team
Best Gifts for Travelers: 2022 Gift Guide
The end of the year is upon us, Black Friday is coming, and the gift-giving season is in full swing. We’ve rounded up our favorite travel gifts + brands for the 2022 holiday season to make gifting for the travelers in your life easier than ever.
Written by Corinne Hogge
5 Tips for Making the Most of Your Pack Up + Go Pre-Trip Survey
The most important step of signing up for your Pack Up + Go Surprise Vacation is completing the Pre-Trip Survey to let our Travel Planning Team know all about you! We put together a list of the top things to consider for your Pre-Trip Survey to ensure a great Surprise Trip that matches your travel preferences.
Written by Corinne Hogge + Rachel Abendroth
Pack Up + Go to Lake Tahoe with Angi Susu
Explore Lake Tahoe and learn more about Surprise Travel with Flight Crew Ambassador Angi Susu’s Pack Up + Go Outdoors Road Trip!
Our Favorite Hotel Brands
We’re sure you’ve been wondering where you might stay on your next Pack Up + Go Surprise Vacation. Explore some of our favorite hotel brands to give you a better idea of some of the brands around the US that we love!
Written by Corinne Hogge
Pack Up + Go Picks: Destination Guides
Looking for the best things to do, eat, and see on your next vacation? Our Pack Up + Go Picks Destination Guides are perfect for your next getaway with more than 50 amazing recommendations vetted by our Content Team. Curated travel guides by Pack Up + Go, memories by you!
Written by the Pack Up + Go Team
Pack Up + Go Reviews: Road Trips
The best way to road trip across America is by having Pack Up + Go plan your getaway. Keeping your destination a total surprise, a Pack Up + Go Road Trip allows you to explore more and enjoy the ride. Read Road Trip reviews from past travelers with this blog post!
Written by the Pack Up + Go Team
Are You Getting The Most Out of a You Pick Trip?
A You Pick Trip in my hometown is my favorite excuse to be a tourist for the day! The hardest part? Getting the most out of the experience! Here is my foolproof method…
Written by Katie Gruezke
Wheelchair Accessible Travel: A Personal Pack Up + Go Experience
Traveling in a wheelchair poses new challenges able-bodied people don’t typically experience. Understand the unique experiences they face and discover how Pack Up + Go plans wheelchair-accessible getaways with this blog post.
Written by Jennifer Allen
Pack Up + Go's Inclusivity Statement: A Letter From Our Founder + CEO
Pack Up + Go’s first core value is to Hold the Traveler Experience Above All Else. Travel is a privilege, and we recognize that the experience of traveling looks and feels different for everyone. As a company, we are committed to helping everyone pursue fulfilling, safe, and fun vacations, and building a business that is actively working to make ourselves, and the travel industry, more inclusive.
Written by Lillian Rafson
What Happens After You Sign Up
You just signed up for a Pack Up + Go Trip! Now what? This post will take you through what you need to know about the steps leading up to your getaway.
Written by Amelia Johnson
5 Reasons Solo Travel is Worth It
Everyone should take a solo trip at least one in their life! Intrigued? Keep reading for our 5 reasons why solo travel is definitely worth it.
Written by Cara Berrigan
Arrivals + Departures: February 2022 Reviews
Curious to hear what a Pack Up + Go trip is really like? Take it from our past travelers! Keep reading this issue of Arrivals + Departures for more Surprise Trip reviews and an inside look into where we’re sending travelers.
Written by The Pack Up + Go Team
How to Use Peace of Mind for a Road Trip
Going on a spring Road Trip? Before you hit the road, make sure you add Peace of Mind Refund Assurance to your getaway in case of weather-related changes, car troubles, or anything else that might come up. Learn more about POM with this blog!
Written by the Pack Up + Go Team
4 Things Not to Travel Without
If you have a Pack Up + Go trip coming up, look no further! We’ve compiled a list of must-haves for traveling. Before leaving for your destination you will not want to head out until you pack these essentials.
Written by the Pack Up + Go Team