Travel Mishaps

After our United flight to Frankfurt turned around mid-flight and stranded us back in Washington D.C., the compensation process was almost as confusing as the disruption itself. If you’ve been …

Normally, I wouldn’t go out of my way to write a review of an airport hotel where we spent less than nine hours. But sometimes a hotel deserves recognition not …

For one California businessman, his first-ever ride in a Waymo robotaxi ended with an unexpected twist: The car left the airport with his luggage still locked in the trunk – …

A lot of people know not to make a reservation at a hotel when it’s brand new. There are just too many things that can go wrong. Construction might not …

A travel mishap, some unexpected science, and a trick that might actually keep birds away from your food. If you’ve ever eaten outdoors while traveling, you might already know where …

Taking 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 …

What would you do if you showed up at a hotel—and there was no one at the front desk? Three friends from Georgia, Kenzie Brooks, Aaron Howard and Noorain Dobani, …

TSA screening is already stressful enough—emptying pockets, pulling items from bags, you name it. On top of that, you have to deal with TSA officers, who may or may not …

A hotel guest returned from work to find her belongings packed up and her room changed—without warning. The only notice she got was a voicemail from the front desk. The …

A declined card in Italy turned into a feel-good Olympic moment — but it also highlights a common travel problem most people aren’t prepared for. Having a credit card declined …