If you’re old enough to remember airports before 9/11, you’ll recall that TSA checkpoints weren’t always part of the experience. You’d check in, walk through a simple metal detector (shoes …
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When you’re traveling over the course of more than one day, it’s sometimes very convenient to have the option of a hotel on airport property. Over the years I’ve done …
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Airports
There’s a Gov’t Shutdown & I’ve Got 7 Flights Next Week. Here’s My Plan – What Do You Think?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you pay attention to the news, you’re well aware that we’re in the midst of a government shutdown. This causes all sorts of strife for millions of people, be …
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You can love Spirit Airlines or loathe it — but for years, you at least knew what you were getting. Bare-bones flights, ultra-low fares, and plenty of surprise fees if …
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Airlines
Popular Overseas Airline Increases Size Limit for Free In-Cabin Bag
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegHere in the U.S., airlines are relatively generous when it comes to the bags you can bring onto the plane for free. Depending on your airline and ticket, there’s a …
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Airlines
What Makes the Alaska–Hawaiian Merger Unlike Any Other in U.S. Aviation
by joehegby joehegAlaska Airlines acquired Hawaiian Airlines in September 2024, and since then, the two carriers have been slowly working on combining operations. While most of the buzz has focused on loyalty …
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Airlines
Country Announces Punishment for Pax Who Unbuckle Seatbelts & Stand Too Early
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWe’ve all seen other people do it (none of US do it, of course). The plane lands and maybe then, or maybe while we’re taxiing, they unbuckle their seatbelts, stand …
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Airports
Update: Proposed Texas Commercial Airport Cleared for Takeoff
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegAmericans move around a lot. And as they migrate from one part of the country to another, some areas may lose a bunch of citizens (fun fact! People are leaving …
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Airlines
Delta Pax Hold Up Plane Ceiling After It Collapses Mid-Flight
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThere are some things you expect to potentially happen on a plane. If there’s an emergency, the crew might talk in a secret code – here’s what they may be …
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Airports
Accidental Alarm Caused Airport to Be Buried in Foam Fire Retardant
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegSometimes there’s travel news that happens and you’ll see all the travel bloggers write about it. To be honest, my husband and I don’t even try to write about those …