When it comes to the flying public, there tend to be two groups – the “haves” and the “have-nots.” I don’t even mean those who do or don’t have status, …
Travel etiquette
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Tips and Tricks
“Tip Fatigue” Is Real – Here Are 12+ Countries Where Gratuities Aren’t Expected
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you live in, or have visited the U.S., you’ve probably experienced it – places are asking for tips EVERYWHERE. As a tipping society, having to tip restaurant servers, hotel …
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Lounges
The 9 Airport Lounge Etiquette Rules That “Regulars” Wished The “Newbies” Knew
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWhen you’re familiar with a place, you typically know what the etiquette rules are. What’s OK to do and what’s not. How to behave and how not to act. A …
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For better or for worse, when we Americans are visiting a foreign country, especially in a “tourist town,” the locals can peg us as tourists. Not only that, they can …
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Airlines
Overcurious Delta Passenger Quickly Learns What NOT to Ask Flight Attendants
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIt’s said you should never talk about religion or politics in mixed company. But there are other things you probably should (emphasis on the word “should”) avoid discussing with people, …
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Cruises
This Fix for Lounge Chair Hogs Should Be Adopted by Every Hotel & Cruise Line
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegLounge chair hogs have been around for YEARS. You’ve probably seen or heard about them. And who knows, maybe you can even relate to being someone who arrives, usually by …
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The typical, everyday translation of the “Golden Rule” is to treat people the way you’d like to be treated. Be nice. Don’t be a jerk. It’s not a very difficult …
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Airlines
The Different Styles of Those Who Recline & Those Who Get Reclined On
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegSitting in a tin can with less and less room with each new configuration of plane means that personal space is a precious commodity. Reclining seats “behind the curtain” of …
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Airlines
First There Was Rawdogging. Then Flying Naked. Now? Seat Squatting
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegEvery generation has its own slang. What was uncool in the 50s was grungy in the 60s, a bummer in the 70s, something that could barf you out in the …
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Airlines
Woman’s Creative Revenge When Passenger Wouldn’t Switch Seats
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThe problems involved with families not sitting together have been going on for as long as airlines have required people to pay to choose their seats. Either people don’t realize …