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    Man’s Sneaky Way to Not Pay For Seat Selection Actually Works (For Now)

    by SharonKurheg December 2, 2024
    by SharonKurheg December 2, 2024

    For better or for worse, there are always people who look for ways to get around some of the fees airlines have established in recent years. And if it saves …

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    So You’ve Booked Your Dream Award Ticket — Now What?

    by joeheg December 1, 2024
    by joeheg December 1, 2024

    You’ve been working toward your dream trip for as long as you can remember. You set a goal, diligently saved your points or miles, and finally booked that coveted award …

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    JetBlue’s Blue Basic Fares: What You Need to Know

    by joeheg December 1, 2024
    by joeheg December 1, 2024

    In November 2019, JetBlue introduced Blue Basic fares, its take on basic economy. Blue Basic fares have significant restrictions that distinguish them from JetBlue’s standard Blue fares. Fare Details If …

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    Buyer’s Remorse for Getting Frontier’s “Unlimited Pass”

    by SharonKurheg November 30, 2024
    by SharonKurheg November 30, 2024

    A couple of weeks ago, we wrote about another European airline that was going to start an “all you can fly” pass. As we had mentioned in that piece, Frontier …

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  • Airports

    Should You Plastic Wrap Your Luggage? Pros & Cons Explained

    by SharonKurheg November 30, 2024
    by SharonKurheg November 30, 2024

    We’ve all seen it at the airport, albeit more often overseas than in the U.S. – suitcases that have been wrapped in layer upon layer of plastic wrapping. Ever wonder …

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    Genius Hack To Get Full Sized Liquid Bottles Past Airport Security

    by SharonKurheg November 29, 2024
    by SharonKurheg November 29, 2024

    The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has been enforcing what is known as “3-1-1 for carry-ons” for years. Under this rule, travelers can carry liquids in containers of 3.4 ounces (100 …

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  • Travel

    Exploring Reynisfjara: Iceland’s Famous Black Sand Beach

    by joeheg November 23, 2024
    by joeheg November 23, 2024

    Iceland is home to many black sand beaches, and Reynisfjara is arguably the most famous. It’s located in southern Iceland, near the town of Vik, approximately 112 miles from Reykjavík. …

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  • Airlines

    Woman’s Creative Revenge When Passenger Wouldn’t Switch Seats

    by SharonKurheg November 23, 2024
    by SharonKurheg November 23, 2024

    The problems involved with families not sitting together have been going on for as long as airlines have required people to pay to choose their seats. Either people don’t realize …

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    The World’s Largest The Club Airport Lounge Scheduled to Open in Early 2025

    by SharonKurheg November 22, 2024
    by SharonKurheg November 22, 2024

    Airport lounges have existed since the late 1930s. The very first one, American Airlines’ Admiral’s Lounge, opened at New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in 1939 (they opened another Admiral’s Club, this time …

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    Timing Your Flights To Save Money On Your Rental Car

    by joeheg November 22, 2024
    by joeheg November 22, 2024

    Did you know that taking a different flight may save you money on your rental car? It can, thanks to how car rental companies calculate your final bill. Unlike hotels, …

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