travel tips

As has been said many times before, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)  doesn’t have the best reputation. Of course, they try their best to communicate things, such as the procedures …

When you first step into an airport lounge, it feels like a whole new world. Free snacks and drinks? Wi-Fi that doesn’t cut out? Comfy chairs with plugs for all …

When you live in the United States, it becomes something of a way of life that on Christmas Day, some things are open and some are closed. After all, the …

We’ve reached that time of year again—the annual tradition of panicked realizations. Many AMEX Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders are scrambling because the $200 Airline Fee Credit resets at the …

For years, a popular saying was “cash is king.” You didn’t have to have a credit or debit card. You didn’t even have to have a checking account. As long …

When booking a connecting flight, airlines will provide options, often with varying connection times. But how do they decide which connections are feasible? The answer lies in a concept known …

You’re on your way home from a great overseas trip. You’re at airport security and doing what pretty much everyone else does, either consciously or subconsciously – checking your pockets …

Airport hotels have their place. They’re certainly convenient for those who want somewhere to sleep in between flights that are a day apart. Some airport hotels, such as the TWA …

When some hotel chains open, you barely hear about it. Another Holiday Inn Express opened in Orlando. Big deal. A Residence Inn near LAX? Meh. Frankfurt’s got a Premier Inn …

With so many things to remember when going on a trip, it’s understandable if you leave something at home. That’s why I still use a packing list. If you forget …