Depending on who you ask, the TSA doesn’t have a great reputation. Sure, plenty of people think they’re doing an important job. But then you hear people complain about “security …
TSA Precheck
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The cost to apply for TSA PreCheck typically ranges from $76.75 to $85.00. However, through the years, the TSA has made the application to the program available, at no cost, …
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How To Get Through TSA Security As Quickly & Easily As Possible
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you don’t fly very often, going through TSA can feel overwhelming. There are signs everywhere, bins flying around, people taking off jackets, emptying pockets, removing laptops, and somehow everyone …
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The Thing The Government Still Does To TSA PreCheck And Global Entry Members Every Day
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegMost people assume that once they’re approved for TSA PreCheck or Global Entry, the hard part is over. After all, you’ve paid the fee, submitted your information, undergone a background …
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Running Late For Your Flight? Here’s How To Skip Ahead Without Being “That Person”
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegMost travelers know the rule: arrive early for your flight. But every once in a while, life happens—and suddenly you’re racing through the airport hoping TSA doesn’t become the reason …
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TSA PreCheck Is Offering Another Discount — But Only for Certain Travelers
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegTSA PreCheck discounts are becoming surprisingly common lately. But the government’s newest promotion comes with one very specific requirement: your age. In the past year or so, TSA PreCheck has …
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Why TSA Swabs Your Hands, Phone, Laptop, Food, Bag, Shoes And More
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegYou can breeze through TSA in minutes — or get pulled aside for a random swab test. If that’s ever happened to you, here’s what’s really going on. Whether you’ve …
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A bill to stop members of Congress from getting special treatment at TSA checkpoints just passed the Senate, and the timing is a big part of why it is getting …
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The Shortcut Travelers Found To Make ATL TSA Lines Shorter Just Went Away
by joehegby joehegAs TSA wait times have gotten worse during the government shutdown, travelers have been looking for ways to avoid the worst of the lines—especially at busy hubs like Atlanta. For …
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How Early Should You Arrive at the Airport? The 2-Hour Rule Doesn’t Always Apply
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegTravel numbers remain strong across the industry. Hotels are filling up, rental cars can be hard to find, and airports continue to see huge numbers of passengers despite high airfare …