If you’ve ever traveled internationally, you’ve probably experienced some sort of culture shock. It could be the rules different countries have for using the bathroom, the different kinds of foods …
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Ground Transportation (Bus, Lyft, Subway, Taxi, Train, Uber, etc.)
Why Uber Drivers Ask Travelers to Lie About Their Rides
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegLike them or lump them, Uber (and Lyft and other, smaller, rideshare places) is (are) here to stay. Some people, and cities, have accepted ride sharing with open arms. But …
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BWAHAHA! Mark Your Calendars! Inaugural “Florida Man Games” Set For 2024
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegOh my word, this is hysterical! You’ve heard of Florida Man right? He (or it) is an Internet meme first popularized in 2013, referring to an alleged prevalence of people …
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When Southwest had its meltdown last winter, it had several problems that snowballed all at once: Cancelled flights (about 16,700 of them) Flight staff scheduling problems (which was the cause …
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Republican Senator Arrested for Possessing Gun TSA Didn’t Find
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegSenator Jeff Wilson (R – Washington) is currently barred from leaving Hong Kong after he was found and arrested with possessing a firearm without a license at Hong Kong International …
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I don’t know anyone who likes to read the fine print. I don’t know many people who can even interpret fine print so that it makes sense to us mere …
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Just like you would any vacation, if you’re going on a cruise, you want to get the best price you can. There are traditionally been several ways to do this. …
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When you fly a lot, you’ll see the same things in most airports. Shopping and dining opportunities. Lounges. A massage place or Minute Suites. Someone trying to sign you up …
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Travel
Digital Drivers’ Licenses Now Available on Androids’ Google Wallet
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegDriver’s licenses are the de facto identity document for many U.S. citizens, and with good reason. They can be used for everything from entering bars to proving one’s identity to …
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Weekly Recap
All About Saving Seats on Southwest, What’s an Open Jaw Flight, Why Americans Crowds The Airport Gate
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegHi, travel friends and happy Saturday! Here’s a recap of what’s gone on at YMMV this past week. Some of our recent most-read posts have been: What to do about …