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    The Airport Hotel That Saved Our Trip After A United Cancellation

    by joeheg May 13, 2026
    by joeheg May 13, 2026

    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 …

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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 SharonKurheg May 13, 2026
    by SharonKurheg May 13, 2026

    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 – …

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  • Cruises

    Inaugural Cruise Breaks Down—With 200+ Travel Agents Onboard

    by SharonKurheg April 13, 2026
    by SharonKurheg April 13, 2026

    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 …

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  • Travel

    A Seagull Stole Our Snack in Japan—Turns Out There’s a Weird Way to Stop That

    by SharonKurheg April 9, 2026
    by SharonKurheg April 9, 2026

    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 …

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  • Travel

    The Photos You Should Always Take When You Fly (They Could Save You Money)

    by SharonKurheg March 31, 2026
    by SharonKurheg March 31, 2026

    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 …

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  • Hotels

    They Took Over A Hotel Front Desk When Staff Disappeared—Here’s What Happened Next

    by SharonKurheg March 29, 2026
    by SharonKurheg March 29, 2026

    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, …

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  • Funny Stuff

    TSA Thought Her Pickleball Paddle Might Be a Weapon

    by SharonKurheg February 26, 2026
    by SharonKurheg February 26, 2026

    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 SharonKurheg February 20, 2026
    by SharonKurheg February 20, 2026

    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 …

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  • Travel

    Snoop Dogg’s Credit Card Was Declined Abroad — and It’s a Reminder for Every Traveler

    by joeheg February 17, 2026
    by joeheg February 17, 2026

    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 …

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  • Travel

    The Time I Lost BOTH Our Passports the Night Before an International Trip

    by SharonKurheg December 27, 2025
    by SharonKurheg December 27, 2025

    I’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, …

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