Joe and I have been friends with Stephan and Emilio for years. But besides the friendship, Stephan, in particular, has been a longtime reader of Your Mileage May Vary. He’s …
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Technology is awesome. It makes everything so much more convenient. However thanks to dishonest people in the world, it has its downside, too. It seems that almost everyone has a …
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10 Things You Should Do When Checking Into A Hotel Room
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegAfter a long day of traveling, finally arriving at your hotel is one of the best feelings in the world. If you’ve traveled a particularly long time or woke up …
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The Secret to Rediscovering Hidden Flight Search Features on Google Flights
by joehegby joehegWhen I search for flights, I typically follow a specific process. For simple domestic trips, I begin by searching on Google Flights. This allows me to get an idea of …
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International Tipping Guide: Who, What, Why, Where, When & How Much (Updated Apr., 2024)
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegTipping. In some countries, it’s an important norm, whereas in others it’s considered an insult. Some folks tip people in certain professions whereas others don’t, and while some countries’ tipping …
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Frequent Flyers’ Flying Etiquette For Non-Frequent Flyers
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWhen it comes to the flying public, there tend to be two groups – the “haves” and the have-nots.” I don’t even mean those who do or don’t have status, …
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A Real Life Post About Dealing With Jet Lag (AKA: Who Are These People Writing About How To Beat It?)
by joehegby joehegBecause of the increasing interest in international travel, sites are putting up articles about dealing with jet lag. Even drug stores are sharing tips, like this email I received with …
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Airlines Lose Bags All the Time. Here’s an Easy Way to Ensure it’s Not Your Fault
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIt’s an unfortunate fact of life that if you check a bag, there’s a chance it could go missing. The U.S. Dept of State said in their Full Year Air …
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Expecting A Package While Away? Here’s What To Do For USPS, UPS, FedEx & Amazon
by joehegby joehegYears ago, putting a hold on your mail delivery was easy. All you had to do was tell your friendly U.S. Postal Service mail carrier that you’d be away and …
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The typical, everyday translation of the “Golden Rule” is to treat people the way you’d like to be treated. Be nice. Don’t be a jerk. It’s not a very difficult …