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  • Tips and Tricks

    Flight Attendants Share the Best (and Worst) Ways Passengers Get Their Attention

    by SharonKurheg March 4, 2026
    by SharonKurheg March 4, 2026

    Flight attendants say some methods are appreciated—and others are a fast way to irritate the crew. The primary responsibility of a flight attendant is passenger safety. While customer service is …

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    Buc-ee’s Is Expanding Again: 7 New States Where the Cult Road Stop Is Opening

    by SharonKurheg March 4, 2026
    by SharonKurheg March 4, 2026

    The beloved Texas-born mega gas station chain is continuing its nationwide expansion, with new Buc-ee’s locations planned in seven additional states. The Buc-ee’s road stop chain has something of a …

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    Can You Keep Your Headphones On at TSA? Here’s What Actually Happens

    by SharonKurheg March 3, 2026
    by SharonKurheg March 3, 2026

    TSA rules don’t clearly forbid it—but scanners, metal detectors, and officers may still have other ideas. You’re packed, prepared, and feeling smug about TSA PreCheck. Shoes stay on, laptop stays …

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    A Master Class in Boundaries at 35,000 Feet

    by SharonKurheg March 3, 2026
    by SharonKurheg March 3, 2026

    A calm, direct response to seat-spreading turned an awkward flight moment into an instant lesson in personal space. Flying economy—or even premium economy—means living within tight physical boundaries. With seats …

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    What to Do If You Forget the Combination to Your TSA Lock

    by SharonKurheg March 2, 2026
    by SharonKurheg March 2, 2026

    TSA-approved luggage locks are designed to add security—but forgetting the combination can be frustrating. Fortunately, there are several safe ways to regain access to your bag. Travelers who want extra …

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  • Airlines

    Four Airlines Have Now Restricted AirPods in Luggage Over Fire Risk Concerns

    by SharonKurheg March 2, 2026
    by SharonKurheg March 2, 2026

    Lithium-ion battery fires have prompted several airlines to tighten rules around wireless earbuds and other small electronics. On the heels of multiple countries announcing new restrictions on in-flight power banks, …

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    What to Do If TSA PreCheck Isn’t Showing on Your Boarding Pass

    by SharonKurheg March 1, 2026
    by SharonKurheg March 1, 2026

    If your TSA PreCheck status didn’t appear on your boarding pass, there are a few common reasons—and in some cases, a quick fix before you fly. Having TSA PreCheck can …

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    The Rudest Cities & States in America, Ranked by Americans

    by SharonKurheg March 1, 2026
    by SharonKurheg March 1, 2026

    More than 2,000 Americans were asked to name the rudest cities in the country. The results sparked outrage, defensiveness, and a few very on-brand reactions. If you’re reading this blog, …

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    Things Virgin Voyages Doesn’t Always Tell You—But You’ll Want to Know

    by SharonKurheg February 28, 2026
    by SharonKurheg February 28, 2026

    My husband Joe and I went on our very first Virgin Voyages cruise in the summer of 2022. I gave you an overall idea of what we thought about it …

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    The Most Spoken Language in Each U.S. State—After English and Spanish

    by SharonKurheg February 28, 2026
    by SharonKurheg February 28, 2026

    Using U.S. Census data, WordFinderX identified the most commonly spoken language in each state once English and Spanish are removed from the equation. Of the 195 countries in the world, …

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