25 years later — 10 big 9/11 aviation changes
Some of us can remember what it was like before 9/11. Many of us cannot! Memories are fading. Today, we are starting to see teenagers coming into their own who have never known anything but the world of airport security and endless wars in the Middle East. We have 22...
Why the red zone makes even the pros lose it in air travel
The red zone is that anxious stretch from your front door to your airplane seat, where normal people turn into nervous wrecks. It’s a blur of high-stakes, time-sensitive decisions that overload your brain. And it’s so stressful that 73 percent of couples call travel...
5 ways travelers can savor spectacular Quebec foliage colors
The Canadian leaves are getting ready to change, farms along the roads winding their way north from the U.S. border are bringing in the hay and the last ears of corn are being harvested. Astride the St. Lawrence River, Quebec City’s walled old town is proof that restored reality can sometimes be more wonderful than fairy tales.
My top 9 steps to identify hidden surveillance cameras in hotel rooms or Airbnbs
I have a 9 step procedure to help you identify hidden surveillance/security cameras in hotel rooms and Airbnb rentals so you can help ensure your travel privacy and safety. I've spoken or corresponded with many travelers who fear that they will encounter hidden...
How airline passengers are deceived by seat reservation games
As the airlines have begun unbundling their airfares, many seats now require paid reservations. On some flights, I have seen every aisle seat and every window seat tagged with an extra fee, anywhere from $25-$43 and more. Airline seating rules are an airline seat reservation games mess.
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Decisive air travel power bank restrictions are tightening more in 2027
In 2027, new more stringent power bank restrictions will be put into place for commercial aircraft across the globe, including the U.S., limiting their size, storage and use in the plane. In 2014, the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) reported nine Lithium-ion...
Seven items you should never place loose in a TSA airport security bin
I have seven important items that should never be tossed into a TSA bin loose, where they could be easily stolen or forgotten. TSA (Transportation Security Administration) estimates that between 90,000 to 100,000 items are left behind at security checkpoints every...
Four essential protective smartphone travel photography hacks
Travelers need to video and photograph their hotel room, cruise ship cabin, rental car and luggage when they travel to combat false claims and get the right compensation for lost, stolen or damaged luggage. When most people think of travel photography or even...
The FBI wants cruise crime stats. Then what?
The FBI wants cruise crime stats. Then what? The government wants FBI cruise crime stats. But the system is built so almost no one ever hears them. The FBI has a message for you: As summer vacation season kicks off, cruise passengers who are assaulted, kidnapped, or...