Tips and Tricks

Because 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 …

It’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 …

Years 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 …

One of the most popular posts we’ve ever written for Your Mileage May Vary has been How To Override Hotel Thermostat Settings. Briefly, hotels with digital thermostats are sometimes able …

For U.S. citizens who travel internationally, Global Entry is an easy and convenient way to get through border patrol when returning to the U.S. For just a $100 application (or …

You guys, I have a confession to make – I am a chronic over-packer. If we’re just going away for a day or two and I’m regulated to JUST carry-on …

I remember how I felt when I heard the simple idea that has changed how I travel. I was trying to save money everywhere I could and spent more time …

If you’re flying to a destination and are using an airport that’s in a popular city or a hub, you may be lucky enough to get a direct flight to …

Joe is definitely the points and miles person in our family. Me, I enjoy the benefits of his hobby but really don’t care about which plane is newer, bigger and …

When Joe and I travel, there’s a rare occasion where he’ll have to bring a suit. We may be going to a wedding, a funeral or (humblebrag alert) we have …