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Check out this resource for carry-on travel questions. We’ve all been there—standing in our kitchen the night before a flight, staring at an item and wondering, “Can I bring this on the plane?” Or worse, being at the security checkpoint when an agent pulls your bag...

When “cheap” flights actually cost more

Flights, Flights, Planning, Tickets, Travel Advice

What’s the real cost of flying budget versus full-service airlines? You’ve seen those flight deals pop up in your inbox: $49 to Vegas, $89 to Denver, $120 to New York. Your finger hovers over “book now” as you imagine the money you’ll save. But before you click that...

When your journey isn’t round-trip

Flights, Tickets, Travel Advice

Here’s the $12 solution to the onward flight dilemma. For those of you who prefer to travel via one-way flights, there’s always a clutch moment at check-in. I’m talking about when the agent asks for proof of onward travel. (Note: If you’re traveling on the...

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Flights, Lost Luggage, Travel Advice

Airlines’ embrace of Apple’s AirTag “Share Item” feature makes luggage tracking a group effort. Ever experienced that moment of watching your luggage disappear down the conveyor belt with a silent prayer it pops out again at your destination? Apple’s Share Item...

I’m late, I’m late, for a very important…

Flights, Planning, Travel Advice

How much time do you need to allow at the airport? You know that sweet spot between arriving embarrassingly early at the airport and making that heart-pounding sprint to your gate? After hundreds of flights—both domestic and international—I’ve learned finding it...

Do you “kneed” more space on your next long-haul flight?

Flights, Seats, Travel Advice

These airlines offer the most legroom in Economy on long-haul flights. Flying in economy class on a long-haul route is often a necessary sacrifice travelers make in order to afford a far-flung trip. But just thinking about spending hours in coach—with the cramped...

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When “cheap” flights actually cost more

When your journey isn’t round-trip

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I’m late, I’m late, for a very important…

Do you “kneed” more space on your next long-haul flight?

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