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When you’re getting ready to stay at a Hyatt property, you have a decision to make. Which credit card is the best one to use to pay for your stay?…
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Jeff Goldblum Tested 5 Travel Gadgets; His Reviews Are Delightful
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I’ve followed Jeff Goldblum’s career, on and off, since Tenspeed and Brown Shoe was on the air in 1980 (anybody else?). Anyway, I guess you could say Goldblum (who was…
Another Airline Lowering Max Checked Luggage Weight To 40 Pounds
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Remember when you used to fly, you could check your bag for free? Yeah, those days are long gone. Nearly all U.S.-based airlines charge a fee for checked bags up…
Why Airlines Make Small Changes In Flight Times
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You always read about what to do if an airline makes a big change to what time your flight takes off. Delta moved your flight from 10am to 8pm? Make…
This Credit Card Has Bonus Categories I’ve Never Seen Before
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Before the COVID pandemic, most credit cards offered the same bonus categories. They were all fighting over who would give the best rewards for travel and dining expenses. But then…
Hospital In Mexico Is Preying On American Tourists
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Throughout the COVID pandemic, Mexico has remained one of the least restrictive countries when it comes to travel requirements. You only have to complete a declaration of health, and MAY…
Airline Offering BOGO Business Class To Europe
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Many airlines fly from the northeastern US to Europe. It’s a quick hop across the Atlantic Ocean but caters to a client base that’s willing to pay for a premium…
Europeans’ Most “WTF?” Moments After Visiting The U.S.
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Different cultures. We know the differences between, let’s say, living in New York and Hawaii, or Florida and Maine. But that’s nothing in comparison to the cultural changes you see…
Thailand, Bali, Morocco, Philippines Reopening For Tourism In February
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Thailand – February 1st Effective February 1st, Thailand is once again accepting applications for visitors. The country had previously suspended its “Test and Go Program” due to the omicron surge.…
Thailand, Bali, Morocco, Philippines Reopening For Tourism In February
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Thailand – February 1st Effective February 1st, Thailand is once again accepting applications for visitors. The country had previously suspended its “Test and Go Program” due to the omicron surge.…
Choice Privileges Points Are Expiring Next Month. Here’s An Easy Way To Keep Your Account Active.
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Through the COVID pandemic, hotel loyalty programs have extended the expiration policies for reward points several times. Several programs have extended points expiration until the end of 2022. However, some…
Why Airlines Are Changing Flight Paths & Schedules Over Europe
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If you’ve been paying attention to planes that fly within and over Europe, you may have noticed a change over the past few days. Some flights have altered their flight…
Orlando Airport’s New Terminal Adds Another Big Name To Already Stacked Restaurant Roster
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Orlando’s South Terminal Complex is 87% complete and has a planned opening date of July 2022. Bit by bit, we’ve been getting glimpses of the new terminal, which will add…
Family Of Fallen Marine Says American Airlines Dropped The Ball
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West Virginia native Zachary Riffle was so intent upon becoming a Marine that he purposely graduated from high school early, so he could enlist. Following boot camp, Pfc. Riffle had…
New Orleans Is Music Overload Heaven Unless You Have A Guide
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When visiting New Orleans, you’ll probably want to check out some music when you’re in town. While this may seem to be an easy task in a city filled with…
Aftermath Of Crying Girl Who Thought Mom Was Alien After Seeing Her Passport
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If you have kids, or know kids, or even just remember back to when you were a kid, you know that, until a certain time, they’re naive and tend to…
2 Airlines Offer Superbowl Non-Stop From Cincinnati to LAX (For Less Than The Airline That Already Flies That Route)
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On every other day of the year, the only airline that flies non-stop between Cincinnati (CVG) and Los Angeles (LAX) is Delta, which offers twice-daily service. The Super Bowl is…
16 People Suffered Carbon Monoxide Poisoning at Hilton Hotel In Ohio
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On the evening of Saturday, January 29, sixteen people, including a half dozen children, were reported as being found unconscious in the pool area of a Hilton branded hotel in…
Why Luxury Hotels Charge For Wi-Fi But Cheap Hotels Don’t, & How To Not Pay For It
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If you’ve ever stayed at a high-end hotel, chances are if you wanted Wi-Fi, you had to pay for the privilege. Or, more specifically nowadays, it’s packaged into the “resort…
Hack To Get Around The TSA’s 3-1-1 Liquid Rule
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Ever since the transatlantic aircraft plot in 2006, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has been enforcing what is known as “3-1-1 for carry-ons,” wherein travelers are allowed to carry liquids…