Proper Boarding Etiquette at the Airport
Last Thursday I was boarding a flight from Washington, D.C. (DCA) to Miami, FL (MIA). The entrance to the gate was empty until the gate…
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NSA and Gogo Inflight WiFi Spying on Americans
If you use Gogo internet, Panasonic Avionics, or any other company that provides inflight internet, they are more than likely sharing what you do with the…
AA No Longer Offers Holds For Flights Within 7 Days
Federal rules from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that airlines adopt at least one of two cancellation policies for purchased tickets. Federal rules…
How To Earn Free Flights, Just By Flying
The last two months I’ve received two free flights from just flying as an elite member. How you may ask? Simple. Most airlines offer their…
The American Gestapo, the TSA and CBP
The American Gestapo, the TSA and CBP. It seems that nowadays our own government is more controlling than the government of China. I travel internationally…
The DOJ and the Airline Oligopoly
A few months ago, the Department of Justice gave into the demands of Douglas Parker, the CEO of US Airways, and Tim Horton, the then…
Flight Cancelled Due to Weather?
Every now and again we get hit with the harsh reality that mother nature is superior to the strength of the human race. This winter…
Where to Pack Your Medication when Flying
In the past I’ve been guilty of accidentally packing my medicine (Tylenol and heart burn medication) in my checked bag. I know, silly me. I…
Tipping Etiquette in China
Many people ask themselves the same question when they travel abroad, how much should I tip? This post is here to inform you about the…
Where You Should NOT Stow your Carry-On Luggage
Earlier today I was on a flight from Chicago, IL to Shanghai, China on American Airlines aboard a B777-200. Upon sitting in my seat and…
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Why You Shouldn’t Post Your Boarding Pass on Social Media
If you have Facebook friends like I do then you will occasionally see friends posting their boarding pass before a flight, which is okay to…
9 Reasons for Choosing an Airline Frequent Flyer Program
Two years ago when I began to fly frequently I chose an airline without thinking it through. It took me almost two years to finally…
