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    Business or Economy? Weighing the Value for Transatlantic Flights

    by joeheg February 16, 2025
    by joeheg February 16, 2025

    Over the years, my opinion about flying business class from the East Coast to Europe has evolved. On our first trips, we flew economy class—back when I’m pretty sure it …

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    Even With PreCheck, You May Need to Take These Specific Shoes Off

    by SharonKurheg February 11, 2025
    by SharonKurheg February 11, 2025

    Besides the convenience of not having to remove your electronics or bag o’ liquids from your carry-on, one of the joys of having TSA PreCheck is not having to take …

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    How To Avoid Being Forced To Gate Check Your Carry On (Maybe)

    by SharonKurheg February 9, 2025
    by SharonKurheg February 9, 2025

    We all know that putting stuff in the overhead is the slowest part of getting everyone loaded into and settled onto the plane. On top of that, more and more …

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    What to Do When You’re at Risk of Missing Your Connecting Flight

    by joeheg February 8, 2025
    by joeheg February 8, 2025

    You get to the airport early, breeze through security, and even have time to grab a coffee before your flight. Everything’s going smoothly—until you glance at the departures board and …

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  • Rental Cars

    How to Unlock/Start Your Rental Car if the Key Fob Dies

    by SharonKurheg February 6, 2025
    by SharonKurheg February 6, 2025

    If you rent cars often enough, you’ll eventually get one that probably would’ve been better off seeing the rental company’s mechanic before going back out “in the wild.” A Common …

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    The One Credit Card You Should Always Have With You When You Fly

    by SharonKurheg January 31, 2025
    by SharonKurheg January 31, 2025

    When most people fly, they typically have few problems. But sometimes, your foray into the airport is less than stellar. Here are the most frequent issues people face: Getting the …

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  • Travel Tech

    How to Manage Multiple Priority Pass Digital Accounts (And Avoid Lounge Access Hassles)

    by joeheg January 30, 2025
    by joeheg January 30, 2025

    Many travel credit cards offer a Priority Pass Select membership, but not all memberships provide the same benefits. Some cards still include restaurant credits, while others offer full access to …

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  • Rental Cars

    How to Avoid Rental Car Sales Tactics at the Counter

    by joeheg January 29, 2025
    by joeheg January 29, 2025

    When traveling, the place where you’ll find the most salesmanship is at the rental car counter. While the rental car companies offer you several add-ons while making your reservation, the …

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  • Tips and Tricks

    My Pre-Travel Checklist for Stress-Free Trips

    by joeheg January 28, 2025
    by joeheg January 28, 2025

    Packing for a trip? Oh, it’s not just about clothes and toiletries—trust me, I’ve got a list for everything. (Note from his wife, Sharon: OMG, is he a list writer!) …

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    Deciphering Your Boarding Pass: What Do All Those Letters & Numbers Mean?

    by SharonKurheg January 25, 2025
    by SharonKurheg January 25, 2025

    If you look at your boarding pass, there are some things that are obvious. Your name. The date. The airline you’re using. Your departure and arrival information. Where you’re supposed …

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