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    Not Everything Is Instagrammable: Places Where Photos Are Banned

    by SharonKurheg February 1, 2026
    by SharonKurheg February 1, 2026

    Years ago, before smartphones, taking a picture meant having a camera and film with you. You also needed adequate lighting, or if that wasn’t available, some sort of flashbulb to …

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  • Airlines

    Why Airlines (With These Few Exceptions) Won’t Let You Change Names on a Ticket

    by SharonKurheg January 31, 2026
    by SharonKurheg January 31, 2026

    One of the frustrations one might have with airlines is that you’re not allowed to change the name on a plane ticket. It doesn’t matter if it turns out you …

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  • Travel

    Why Flights Suddenly Stop at Some Airports Late at Night

    by SharonKurheg January 30, 2026
    by SharonKurheg January 30, 2026

    When we think about airports, we typically figure they’re always doing SOMETHING, 24 hours per day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year. And for the most part, that’s …

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  • Hotels

    How I Accidentally Saved Points on a Marriott Stay

    by joeheg January 28, 2026
    by joeheg January 28, 2026

    If you’ve been in the points-and-miles world for any length of time, you already know the game: the goal isn’t just to earn points — it’s to spend fewer of …

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  • Airports

    Why Airports Still Use Carpet (Even Though It Annoys Everyone)

    by SharonKurheg January 26, 2026
    by SharonKurheg January 26, 2026

    In just about any airport in the world, you’re going to come across it. You’re rolling your luggage across the airport floor with no issue, and suddenly, BOOM! You have …

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  • Hotels

    What Hotel Workers Wish You Knew About Their ‘Free Breakfast’

    by SharonKurheg January 26, 2026
    by SharonKurheg January 26, 2026

    Different people have different reasons for where they decide to stay when traveling. It could be cost or distance to whatever they’ve traveled for. Maybe they have status or points …

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  • Points & Miles

    Airline Miles 101: How to Join the Major Frequent Flyer Programs

    by joeheg January 25, 2026
    by joeheg January 25, 2026

    You should always sign up for airline frequent flyer programs. First of all, it’s free. In addition, having your information on file with the airline saves time when making a …

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  • Tips and Tricks

    Think Twice Before Getting These Passport Stamps

    by SharonKurheg January 24, 2026
    by SharonKurheg January 24, 2026

    For decades, it’s been a rite of passage. Go to a country, get another stamp in your passport. Personally, I’ve loved it, and the reality that fewer and fewer countries …

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  • Lounges

    How to Pick the Best Delta Sky Club at Atlanta Airport (ATL)

    by joeheg January 22, 2026
    by joeheg January 22, 2026

    Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the world’s busiest airport. And since Delta is headquartered in Atlanta (and ATL is its primary hub), a huge chunk of Delta’s East Coast connecting …

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  • Hotels

    It’s 2026 — Why Are Hotels Still Missing These Basic Amenities?

    by SharonKurheg January 20, 2026
    by SharonKurheg January 20, 2026

    Save for that one fancy-schmancy resort with a 7-star rating, hotels are generally graded on a five-star rating system. Granted, the rating systems aren’t consistent worldwide. (A project called “World …

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