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    Gas Stations Are Doing This Sneaky Thing—And It’s Totally Legal

    by joeheg July 31, 2025
    by joeheg July 31, 2025

    There’s a growing trend at gas stations that’s catching some consumers off guard — and it’s a twist on an old trick. If it feels like you’re paying more at …

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  • Airports

    Have A Tight Connection? Don’t Forget These Tips

    by SharonKurheg July 30, 2025
    by SharonKurheg July 30, 2025

    If you’re flying to a destination and are using an airport that’s in a popular city or a hub, you may be lucky enough to get a nonstop flight to …

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  • Travel Tech

    Why I Always Carry This Tiny Accessory When I Travel

    by joeheg July 29, 2025
    by joeheg July 29, 2025

    When you’re stuck at the airport and trying to get some work done, keeping your devices charged becomes a top priority. We were flying Southwest, so I knew there was …

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  • Travel Equipment

    Product Review: Trtl Travel Pillow & Trtl Junior: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

    by SharonKurheg July 28, 2025
    by SharonKurheg July 28, 2025

    If you’re on a flight – especially one where you don’t have a lie-flat or even a near lie-flat seat – having a good travel pillow can make a big …

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  • Travel

    18 International Trusted Traveler Programs Americans Can Join

    by SharonKurheg July 28, 2025
    by SharonKurheg July 28, 2025

    Global Entry is a great way for Americans to re-enter the United States without having to stand in long lines. Part of the U.S. State Dep’t “Trusted Traveler” program, those …

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  • Travel

    10+ Common Medications That Are Banned in Other Countries

    by SharonKurheg July 27, 2025
    by SharonKurheg July 27, 2025

    Every country, of course, has its own rules that need to be followed. Case in point, you’ll be fined if you try to bring these foods from other countries into …

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  • Lounges

    The Lounges of Orlando International Airport (MCO) – UPDATED for 2025

    by joeheg July 27, 2025
    by joeheg July 27, 2025

    Orlando International Airport, known as MCO in airline speak, was a destination for over 57 million airline passengers in 2024. For many of those passengers, Orlando is their destination. The …

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  • Points & Miles

    How & When You Can Use Someone Else’s Free Night Award For A Hotel Stay

    by SharonKurheg July 27, 2025
    by SharonKurheg July 27, 2025

    Not long ago, we received an email from one of our readers: My parents started dabbling in points, miles and credit cards during the pandemic. They currently have a certificate …

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  • Points & Miles

    Trapped in the Phantom Zone: Navigating the Perils of Award Flight Bookings

    by joeheg July 27, 2025
    by joeheg July 27, 2025

    Booking flights with points can feel like unlocking a secret travel hack—until it doesn’t. If you’ve ever found the perfect award flight only to discover it’s not actually bookable, you’ve …

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  • Credit Cards

    Maximizing the AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts Experience

    by joeheg July 26, 2025
    by joeheg July 26, 2025

    If you have an American Express Platinum Card, one of the most valuable (and sometimes overlooked) perks is access to the Fine Hotels & Resorts (FH&R) program. This luxury hotel …

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