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Can you hear me now?

Electronic Devices, Flights, Safety/Health, Travel Advice

If your cell phone isn’t in Airplane Mode during take-off and landing, can it really interfere with the plane’s electronics? On a flight earlier this year a fellow passenger nearly got himself kicked off the plane for refusing to end his phone call after the cabin...

Stamp of (cleanliness) approval

Safety/Health, Travel Advice

Concerned about the safety and hygiene protocols of your airport, airline, hotel, restaurant, cruise line, tour operator, or destination? Look for this organization’s stamp of approval. States and countries are opening up to visitors again. But how do you know if it’s...

Navigating in the time of coronavirus

Navigation, Product/Service Reviews, Safety/Health

How crowded will the train be? Are there checkpoints on the road? Get around more safely by public transport or car in the time of coronavirus with this popular app’s new features. Google Maps now alerts users about restrictions, health checks, and other information...

The one number you need in your phone before traveling abroad

Safety/Health, Travel Advice

Having it could be a literal lifesaver. In the U.S., most everyone knows to call 911 when there’s an emergency. But what number do you dial when you’re in a foreign country? As I discovered, this wasn’t something I wanted to be figuring out after I crashed my mountain...

No-rush trip planning

Flights, Hotels, Itinerary, Planning, Safety/Health, Travel Advice

If you have the luxury of time, here are seven questions to answer when planning an itinerary. Countries are opening up. Airlines and hotels are advertising deals for this fall and next spring. Thinking about booking international travel? Take advantage of the lull...

Flying as a (mild) germaphobe

Air Travel, Flights, Product/Service Reviews, Safety/Health, Seats, Travel Advice

Here’s an easy airplane seat-cleaning routine, plus a few other ideas, that may help keep you healthy on your next flight. I spend a lot of time in the air. Through March 19, I’ve already flown 78,000 miles; I routinely log 200K air miles a year. How sanitary are...

Can you hear me now?

Stamp of (cleanliness) approval

Navigating in the time of coronavirus

The one number you need in your phone before traveling abroad

No-rush trip planning

Flying as a (mild) germaphobe

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