Stupid mistakes people are making this fall

Behind the golden leaves and pumpkin spice lattes lurk some serious travel hazards. Here's what you need to know to keep your autumn trips from going off the rails.

Traveling somewhere this fall? Better check your assumptions along with your baggage.

Unrealistic expectations are the single biggest error travelers can make. Like "the weather will be great" (don't count on anything, considering the wacky conditions we've had this year). Or "the place will be empty" (no, not in 2024). Or "It'll be inexpensive" (unlikel…