Self-cleaning public bathrooms have been common across Europe for years. Sometimes you have to pay to use them, and sometimes they’re free. Either way, they usually look the same: a …
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Hotels
How a New Travel Industry Watchlist Could Affect Hotel Guests
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegSome hotels have been flagged for failing to pay travel agent commissions — and that could indirectly affect where travelers stay. In today’s travel landscape, there are several different ways …
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Although English is the primary language used in the United States (these are the most popular languages in each state), the country has had no official national language for most …
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Airports
How Early Should You Arrive at the Airport? The 2-Hour Rule Doesn’t Always Apply
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegTravel numbers remain strong across the industry. Hotels are filling up, rental cars can be hard to find, and airports continue to see huge numbers of passengers despite high airfare …
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Airlines
Scientists Crashed a Boeing 727 on Purpose to See Which Seats Are Safest
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIn one of the wildest aviation experiments ever attempted, researchers intentionally crashed a Boeing 727 in the Mexican desert to find out which seats gave passengers the best chance of …
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Most travelers know the dreaded SSSS code means extra security screening. But another code could mean you don’t even have a seat. When you’re prepared to fly and have your …
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Airports
Now Is a Very Bad Time to Try TikTok’s Viral “Airport Theory” Challenge
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegTikTok’s viral “Airport Theory” trend claims travelers only need to arrive 15 minutes before a flight—but crowded airports and TSA delays make that a risky gamble right now. For better …
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Airlines
TSA-Free Commercial Flights Are Launching Between Spokane and Seattle
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegNew commercial flights are about to take off in the Pacific Northwest, offering travelers a rare option: TSA-free flights between Spokane and Seattle. SeaPort Airlines is launching daily commercial service …
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Airlines
With Airlines Cracking Down on Lithium Batteries, Are AirTags Next?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegAs airlines and countries tighten rules on lithium-battery devices, some travelers are wondering if Apple AirTags could eventually end up on the restricted list. Over the past few months, we’ve …
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Airlines
Southwest Airlines Plans More Changes as New Boarding System Still Draws Complaints
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThe airline says it’s refining its new boarding system after passengers reported issues with overhead bin space, family seating, and boarding flow. Southwest Airlines’ new boarding system, introduced in January, …