We thought the hard part of getting to Germany was over once United rebooked our flight. After our original flight from Washington Dulles to Frankfurt returned to IAD due to a …
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Travel Equipment
Airport Baggage Handler: Don’t Tie Ribbons to Your Luggage
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegMost travelers spend their time worrying about what goes inside their luggage. It turns out there may be things attached to the outside of your suitcase that can cause problems …
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Travel
The Photos You Should Always Take When You Fly (They Could Save You Money)
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegTaking a few quick photos when you fly might not seem important—until you actually need them. “Pictures, or it didn’t happen.” In this day and age, it’s easy to take …
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Airlines
Southwest PAX Loses $40K in Heirloom Jewelry After Bag Disappears on Flight
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIt’s the kind of stuff flight nightmares are made of. A California woman says she was left heartbroken after her carry-on backpack that contained nearly $40,000 worth of heirloom jewelry …
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Tips and Tricks
How Your Bag Tag Can Be Used For A Scam & Make You Look Like the Bad Guy
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWhen you travel, it feels like every week there’s some new warning to watch out for — from scams at the airport to supposed dangers hiding in your hotel room. …
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Airlines
The Free Gift American Airlines Gives You if They Lose Your Luggage
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegAccording to the Department of Transportation’s final Air Travel Consumer Report of the year, in 2023, U.S. airlines lost (they prefer the word “mishandled” – that includes lost, damaged, delayed …
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Most of the major banks offer credit cards that are geared towards high-end travelers. You must have seen the ads featuring models flaunting designer sunglasses, walking through beautifully lit tropical …