Uber emailed me with what they called a “personalized promo.” I have questions. I opened the email expecting something relevant — maybe a discount for rides where I actually am right …
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    Ground Transportation (Bus, Lyft, Subway, Taxi, Train, Uber, etc.)
The Secret Map Every London Traveler Needs
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThe London Underground, also known as the Underground or simply the Tube, is the rapid transit system serving Greater London and some of its more outer, adjacent areas. Why Accessibility Matters …
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Hotels have devised numerous ways to generate additional revenue from guests. Whether it’s charging for regular Wi-Fi and offering “premium” access for a fee, tacking on excessive parking charges, or …
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    Ground Transportation (Bus, Lyft, Subway, Taxi, Train, Uber, etc.)
This Isn’t Tomorrowland—Waymo’s Driverless Cars Are in Orlando
by joehegby joehegImagine getting to Walt Disney World in a car with no driver. It’s not some futuristic ride in Tomorrowland—it’s real life. Waymo is bringing its autonomous vehicles to Orlando. Who …
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Have you ever heard a story, say a piece of news that’s everywhere, where you eventually become saturated with every little detail? And then, months later, you hear one more …
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    Tips and Tricks
Use This Trick To Listen To Your Favorite Music Stations Anywhere Around The World
by joehegby joehegWhen we go on vacation, we usually fly to our destination. However, there are times when we opt for a road trip or a long car ride. This could be …
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    Hotels
Marriott (Still) Wins The Prize For Most Outdated Technology In A Hotel Room
by joehegby joehegI’m no stranger to using tech products for longer than I should. That’s why I still use my old MacBook Air when we travel. I can’t see paying the money …
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TSA Facial Recognition Technology Leads to Woman’s Arrest at Airport
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegOver the past several years, the TSA has been testing facial recognition at more and more airports. These specialized scanners, called CAT-2 units, incorporate facial recognition technology by taking real-time …
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    Airports
Pet Peeve: Airports That Do Not Publish The Name Of Their Wi-Fi Network
by joehegby joehegYou know the feeling. You’re sitting in a hotel, airport or restaurant. You go to log onto the wi-fi network, and twenty network names pop up. You know to avoid …
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    Hotels
Why Do U.S. Hotels Still Offer Phones in Their Guests’ Rooms?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIt’s the 21st century and peoples’ use of technology in hotels is just amazeballs. You make your reservations online You pay for your room electronically You may be able to …