Flights don’t always go as planned. A single storm, crew delay, or equipment issue can cascade across the entire airline network, stranding thousands of travelers in unexpected places. When that …
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In recent years, many credit cards have started offering statement credits when you book a hotel through their travel portal. Initially, these credits were provided by banks that had their …
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Tips and Tricks
TSA Ended Their Shoes-off Policy, But There’s Still A Catch
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIn July of this year, the Department of Homeland Security ended their policy of requiring travelers at the TSA security checkpoint to remove their shoes. The policy had begun back …
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The Foreign Countries That Require You to Have Your Passport With You at All Times
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWhen people travel to other countries, most of them don’t carry their passport with them. They’ll keep it in their hotel (or cruise) safe, lock it in their suitcase, etc. …
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Disney, Universal & Other Theme Parks
New System for Paying Tolls in Central Florida
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegCentral Florida, particularly the theme park corridor, is something of a travel mecca. Orlando welcomed approximately 75.3 million visitors in 2024, which helped it maintain its status as the most …
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LaGuardia Airport (LGA) has undergone an amazing transformation over the past decade. The outdated decor and poor design are gone, and in their place are the new Terminal B and …
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One of the biggest advantages of booking a flight with points instead of cash is that award tickets often have more flexible cancellation policies. While canceling a paid ticket may …
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The Iconic Tourist Destination That You’re Not Allowed To Take a Picture Of
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurheg“Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints.” The origins of this famous quote don’t appear to be known. People have suggested it came from Robert Baden-Powell (founder of the …
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Does Your PreCheck Get Extended With Global Entry’s Grace Period?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegGlobal Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States. Members enter the United States …
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Nothing about booking airfare is straightforward. The way airlines figure out how much to charge to get you from city A to city B drives me crazy. Idiosyncrasies in the …