TikTok is well known for its “travel hacks.” Some of them can be genuinely helpful and some of them, well, not so much. There are a bunch of videos on …
United Airlines
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A few years before the turn of the century, my aunt, who lived in California at the time, passed away after her third bout with a primary cancer. My mom, …
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Airlines
Can You Check Bags To Your Destination With Two Different Reservations?
by joehegby joehegThe rules for checking a bag with airlines can be confusing. It gets even more complicated when you’re connecting between two different airlines. And in 2025, it’s just as tricky …
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Airlines
The U.S. Airlines That Give Elite Status Extensions If Needed
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegHaving elite status on an airline is pretty cool. After all, depending on the airline, it can offer perks such as enhanced customer service, priority check-in, complimentary upgrades, free seat …
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There was a time when an airline grounding its entire fleet was virtually unheard of; it was generally reserved for once-in-a-decade freak events like a power outage in an airline’s …
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Rental Cars
These Cards All Offer Primary Rental Car Coverage—But That Doesn’t Mean They’re Equal
by joehegby joehegIf you’re planning on renting a car, having the right credit card in your wallet can save you hundreds—if not thousands—of dollars. Several U.S. personal credit cards offer primary rental …
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When you’re on a flight and want something to eat or drink, you typically have a few choices: You’ve brought something with you and can eat it whenever you want …
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Airlines
Why the Free Wi-Fi Hasn’t Been Working on Your United Flights
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegAirlines began offering Wi-Fi on planes in early 2003. Lufthansa was the first, after they established an alliance with Connexion by Boeing. Since then, more and more airlines have offered …
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Airline lounges used to be a guaranteed way to escape the airport chaos. Comfortable seating, decent food and drinks, power outlets, and a quiet atmosphere made them a welcome respite. …
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There was a time when flying on a U.S. airline meant choosing between just two classes: First Class and Coach. In those early decades, First Class meant space, comfort, and …