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    The “Pick Your Own Car” Gimmick (And Why It’s Often Not Much of a Choice)

    by joeheg December 7, 2025
    by joeheg December 7, 2025

    I remember when I first became a National Car Rental Emerald Club member. That status gave me the privilege of booking a midsize car and being able to rent any …

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    The Government Shutdown Ended — But Airport Jerks Are Already Back

    by SharonKurheg November 22, 2025
    by SharonKurheg November 22, 2025

    After a record-breaking 43 days, the government shutdown finally ended. But while it was still going on, passengers continually asked TSA workers, both online and in person, what they could …

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    The One Step of My Online Passport Renewal That Nearly Broke Me

    by joeheg June 6, 2025
    by joeheg June 6, 2025

    Renewing your passport as recently as a year or two ago was a major process. After filling out your paper application, getting a mini headshot, and writing a check to …

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    The 13 Things People Hate Most About Air Travel

    by SharonKurheg February 23, 2025
    by SharonKurheg February 23, 2025

    You can learn a lot about travelers and what they like and dislike, usually through surveys, observation or other types of studies. Other times, you can learn all you need …

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    The One Thing I Wish Hotel Housekeeping Would Stop Doing (And Why It Drives Me Crazy)

    by joeheg February 2, 2025
    by joeheg February 2, 2025

    When staying in a hotel, I try and make my room feel more “homey.” I’ll unpack things immediately, keep my stuff organized instead of just throwing it all over the …

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    • Travel
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