When I lived in the UK, I had access to cheap flights across Europe. We often found round-trip tickets to places like Italy, Spain, Belgium, and Sweden for less than $100.
Domestic flights in the US can be a few hundred dollars, and getting to Canada or Mexico may cost as much as a flight to Europe.
After the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and my move to the US, I realize how lucky we were to have had so many travel options.
This story was originally published on November 3, 2022, and most recently updated on November 1, 2024.