flying tips

Through the years, travel has changed by leaps and bounds. Reservations that used to be made by talking to someone on the phone are now done on your computer or …

A joke policy struck a nerve—and revealed something surprising about airline rules. For a few hours, airline passengers thought one carrier had finally done it—they’d banned bare feet on planes. …

When we wash our windows at home, we usually have a cleaner of choice. It might be a commercial product like Windex, or a homemade concoction that includes white vinegar …

We’ve all been there…you board your plane, headed somewhere nice and warm, so you’re dressed for where you’re landing. Probably in shorts and a T-shirt. As you get all settled …

Airplane etiquette isn’t complicated. Don’t take up more space than you need, don’t be obnoxiously loud—and maybe don’t ruin an entire cabin’s flight experience. Unfortunately, not everyone got that memo. …

A TSA policy change made airport security a little easier for travelers—but a new report suggests it may have come with unintended risks. In July 2025, the Department of Homeland …

Airports aren’t exactly known for peace and quiet—but there’s one place most travelers overlook. Lounges used to offer some protection from the hustle and bustle, but with so many people now …

If you’ve flown more than a few times, chances are you’ve experienced turbulence. But some routes are consistently bumpier than others — and now we know which ones top the …

Airlines know several ways to board passengers much faster. But using those methods could cost them billions. Waiting to board a plane for a U.S. domestic flight is a test …

It’s difficult for many in the travel community to understand that plenty of passengers fly red-eye flights in economy class and survive to tell the tale. But it’s true. We’ve …