Update 20 September 2025: The FY2026 Air Force Inn rates are available here on the DoD Lodging website. The rest of this article was written in October 2019. It offers an explanation for the initial (significant) DoD lodging rate increases and some suggestions for how to decide when staying in …
Seoul, Korea is one of Asia’s top modern cities and a prime destination for sightseeing, shopping, cuisine, and nightlife. Right in the middle of the action is the Dragon Hill Lodge (DHL), a resort-style hotel for use by members of the U.S. military community. One of four Armed Forces Recreation …
What Mid-Atlantic city makes for the perfect romantic getaway, is a great golf destination, an ideal spot for a girls’ weekend, family vacation, or outdoor adventures, and has tons of good restaurants, plus a dose of history and culture? The answer is Annapolis, the beautiful and historic capital of Maryland! …
Julie Chickery, an Air Force retiree and full-time RV traveler, gives us her recommendations for the best military campgrounds to enjoy winter in the sun! Winter is right around the corner, and if you’re feeling the chill, you just might want to consider using your military benefits to enjoy a sunny …
If you’ve never been to Japan, you’re in for a treat – and maybe a little bit of culture shock. Everything about Japan is drastically different from the United States, from the customs, to the food, to the style of lodging. Getting the full Japanese experience is fun, but if …
Looking for easy, affordable vacation ideas? Military recreation centers are the perfect way to package everything you and your family need in one place; no stress, no hassle! Separately, we highlighted great military recreation areas within the U.S. Here’s the overseas edition featuring nine more facilities for military families stationed …
Whether you’re planning a 2-week vacation or a weekend getaway, sometimes you just want a simple escape that won’t break the bank. Fortunately, there are military recreation areas all over the country that could be just what you’re looking for. With lodging options ranging from rustic campsites to upscale lodges, …
In this guest post, Julie Chickery from Chickery’s Travels, an Air Force retiree and full-time RV traveler, shares her tips for staying at military campgrounds. Looking for an affordable way to travel around the United States and make the most of your military benefits? Consider using U.S. military campgrounds and RV parks. …