How to Pack a Suitcase to Maximize Space
In 2008, airlines started to charge for checked baggage. Passengers were left with a choice: pay extra for their luggage, or relearn how to pack their bags to maximize space. Packing your bags to save space is an art form that can be accomplished by employing a few simple techniques. To maximize the space in your luggage, it’s often more about how you pack than what you pack. Tips for...
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Air Travel Guide: When to Arrive, Check-In, and More
Air travel is all about timing. Knowing when to arrive at the airport, when check-in kiosks open, and when your departure gate closes helps ensure you have plenty of time to check in your luggage, move through security, and find your boarding gate. Here we’ll explain how to schedule your time on your next airport trip. How Early to Get to the Airport How early you need to get to...
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How to Stay Organized on Vacation
Very few people travel without packing a suitcase or carry-on, even for short trips. Living out of your suitcase, by necessity, limits what you can pack and what you can access at your destination. Some people seem to know how to keep a suitcase organized naturally, but for most of us, staying organized while traveling is a learned skill. Below are some suggestions for staying organized during travel or at...
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How to Plan Your Summer Vacation
Whether you’re flying down to Costa Rica or taking a road trip across the country, summer travel is an amazing experience. Some people favor spontaneous weekend trips, while others carefully plan out every stage of an international itinerary. Both are valid ways to enjoy your summer vacation, but if you’re planning an extended trip, you’ll get the most out of your travels if you plan ahead. Our vacation planning tips...
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Ultimate Guide to Global Entry: How to Apply and More
Global Entry is one of the U.S. government's two Trusted Traveler Programs and invaluable for...
Flammables Allowed On Board, Surprisingly these Items Fly
Over 30 years ago, Congress passed laws that banned smoking on all flights. Since then,...
Taking Liquids in Airplanes: How, How Much, and How to Do It
The TSA fluid limit for carry-on luggage exists for a reason. In 2006, Briain, the...
YES, YOU SHOULD USE LUGGAGE LOCKS ON YOUR SUITCASE
We lock everything in our lives: cars, homes, offices, even phones. But do you use...