Wi-Fi, as we know it, was released in 1997 and was available commercially by 1999 (that’s when Apple used it for their iBook series of laptops). Over the next (gulp)…
Wi-Fi
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Save for that one place that has a 7-star rating, hotels are generally graded on a 5-star rating system. Granted, the rating systems aren’t consistent throughout the world. (A project…
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Weekly Recap
Plane Amenity Design FAIL, Why Planes Fly at 35,000 Feet, The Popular Luggage Accessory You Shouldn’t Bring to Airports
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegHi, travel friends and happy Saturday! Here’s a recap of what’s gone on at YMMV in the past few weeks. Some of our recent most-read posts have been: Plane amenity…
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Ever since Sharon and I started writing Your Mileage May Vary, we’ve learned that having reliable internet access is a necessity when we’re traveling. That’s not such a big problem…
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A new year means 12 months of travel to look forward to. People who have the ability to fly first or even business class can usually expect to have more…
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Airports
Why is Cellphone Signal So Weak When You Load Onto A Plane?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWe’ve all been there. One minute you’re at the gate, either on the 4 bars of 5G or enjoying the airport’s free Wi-Fi. The next minute, you’re settled in your…
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When flying with domestic carriers, we usually find ourselves seated in the economy section. This allows us to compare the standard-level seats of various airlines and even the different types…
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When it comes to offering Wi-FI to guests, IHG hotels have led the way. Back in 2014, IHG provided free Wi-Fi to all reward members, regardless of whether or not…
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Travel
Is This The Real Reason Why Delta’s High Speed Wi-Fi Is Free?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThe travel world cheered when Delta announced it would offer free high-speed Wi-Fi to nearly all of its domestic passengers. All they needed to do was become a SkyMiles Member.…
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Alaska Airlines says it is planning on expanding its fast in-flight Wi-Fi service to its Embraer 175 regional jets. In a partnership with Intelsat, Alaska reports it will begin introducing…