travel tips

About a month and change ago, American Airlines began piloting a new program that they hoped would stop people from boarding before they should. The system used technology to automatically …

I’ve been a member of National Car Rental’s Emerald Club for over 25 years (Ugh, Really? 25 years?) (Note from Sharon – when did I marry such an old man? …

Weather can disrupt airline travel any time of year, whether it’s spring thunderstorms, summer heatwaves, or winter snowstorms. While delays are never ideal, preparing ahead and staying flexible can make …

If your credit card offers trip protection, it can be a lifesaver when your travel plans go awry. Whether your flight is delayed, you’re stranded overnight, or your luggage gets …

Over the summer, we published a piece called 5 Things That Totally Annoy TSA Agents. They were activities passengers did that were either annoying to everyone involved, or simply made …

Bed bugs. Ew. They’re a scourge that’s been around for centuries and are found virtually everywhere (although some cities have more than others – here’s the most recent list). There …

Air travel is stressful. Sure, it can be exciting sometimes too, but there’s a whole lot that can make your day more negative than positive. After all, at the airport, …

I remember the first time I had access to an airport lounge and could go through those doors that had been forbidden to me for so long. It must have …

If you’ve ever been on a cruise, at a resort or even at a hotel, you know what it’s like. You get to the pool, beach, wherever, at a “comfortable” …

Frequent travelers spend a lot of time at airports. You might have ways to make that time productive by having lounge access or knowing the best “hidden” places to find …