travel tips

Way back when, during the halcyon days before 9/11, it was easy to get to the airside of an airport. We’d just check in, go through a metal detector, and…

My wife and I occasionally have something to complain about when we stay at hotels. We’ve experienced rooms lacking enough pillows, power outlets, lights, or towels. Then there are the…

I won’t lie – flying in first or business class is always better than flying in economy. You get to board and disembark the plane before others. The seats are…

Hotels have become increasingly high-tech, with advanced check-ins, keyless room entry, and smart devices in every room. Yet, there’s one area where they’ve lagged behind: housekeeping. While many industries have…

Ah, the joys of flying in business class—a rare treat for my wife Sharon and me. But even with all the perks and luxury, there’s one decision we can’t avoid:…

When you go to another country, there are things you are going to adore, and other things that, well, maybe not so much. Case in point, when we go to…

If you’re serious about maximizing points and miles, you’ve probably picked up a treasure trove of tricks and tips along the way. You know the best credit cards for earning…

When traveling, making sure your bags are no more than the maximum weight allowed is pretty important. If you’re over that 50-pound limit (well, 40 pounds for Frontier, Spirit and…

Have you ever seen the flight patterns of flights from Japan to the United States? They never go directly across the Pacific Ocean to get to, say, San Francisco. They…

One of the most annoying expenses among travelers is hotel fees. This is the additional amount a hotel charges you to stay at the property over the room rate. The…