airline travel tips

You get to the airport early, breeze through security, and even have time to grab a coffee before your flight. Everything’s going smoothly—until you glance at the departures board and …

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 …

Ah, the joys of flying in business class — a rare treat for my wife Sharon and me. The lie-flat seat. The better food. The ability to sleep like a …

The rules for checking a bag with airlines can be confusing. It gets even more complicated when you’re connecting between two different airlines. And in 2025, it’s just as tricky …

For years, IHG free night certificates were locked into a strict limit: you could only use them at hotels costing 40,000 points or less. That made it a challenge to …

Years ago, the Flight Detective wrote a post about wanting to keep the window shade open while on a flight, even though the flight attendant said to close it. And …

Have you ever arrived at a dream destination only to feel… underwhelmed? Maybe the streets were more crowded, the colors less vibrant, or the ‘hidden gem’ wasn’t so hidden after …

You’ve boarded your plane and gotten yourself settled. Your carry-on bag is in the overhead. Your handbag is under the seat in front of you. You’ve sanitized EVERYTHING. You’re ready …