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 …
Travel Mishaps
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Ground Transportation (Bus, Lyft, Subway, Taxi, Train, Uber, etc.)
Man Took Waymo to Airport; Car Drove Off With His Luggage Still in Trunk
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegFor 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 – …
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Cruises
Inaugural Cruise Breaks Down—With 200+ Travel Agents Onboard
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegA 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 …
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Travel
A Seagull Stole Our Snack in Japan—Turns Out There’s a Weird Way to Stop That
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegA 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 …
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Travel
The Photos You Should Always Take When You Fly (They Could Save You Money)
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegTaking 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 …
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Hotels
They Took Over A Hotel Front Desk When Staff Disappeared—Here’s What Happened Next
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWhat 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, …
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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 …
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Hotels
Her Hotel Packed Up Her Belongings While She Was Out—and Left a Voicemail
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegA 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 …
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Travel
Snoop Dogg’s Credit Card Was Declined Abroad — and It’s a Reminder for Every Traveler
by joehegby joehegA 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 …
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Travel
The Time I Lost BOTH Our Passports the Night Before an International Trip
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegI’d like to think that I’m a relatively organized person. Well, to be honest, stuff like my computer desk usually looks like a tornado came through and threw stuff everywhere, …