by John Webber If you are thinking of where to go on your next tropical beach getaway, you may want to look a little farther than the Caribbean. For the second time, the Palawan archipelago in the Philippines has been named ‘Best Island In The...
by Christine Sarkis Everyone agrees that legroom is a huge deal. But it’s not the only way that airplane seats come up short. Some won’t recline. Others are constantly bombarded with the scent of the airplane lavatory. Point is, there are many ways...
by Melanie Lieberman / SLF These airlines are out to prove the glamour of flying isn’t a thing of the past. How does an airline stand out from the hundreds of carriers sharing the skies? By offering way more than a decent seat, good value, and free...
by John Webber Cultural Faux-Pas every International Traveler will want to Avoid. Traveling is the best way to learn about new cultures and customs. However, a globe-trotter should be aware of some common local customs and practices that may be acceptable...
The Science behind that Annoying Ear Pop on the Airplane by Cailey Rizzo There’s one great equalizer that everybody in the airplane cabin, from baby in the back to businessman flying first class, must endure: the ear pop. Blame that pop on the Eustachian...
by Melanie Lieberman Lowering cabin lights and raising window shades are standard safety measures during takeoff and landing—the most critical moments of every flight. But what purpose do they serve? As it turns out, the dim lighting is a precautionary...
by Martha C. White As of August this year, Frequent-Flier Programs as we have long known them came to an end. That’s when American Airlines joined the other “legacy” carriers — United and Delta — and began awarding miles based not on how far...
by Melissa Locker Don’t drink the coffee, bring your own headphones, and don’t bother locking your suitcase. Those are just a few of the tips being offered by anonymous airline and airport employees in a recent discussion thread on Reddit. Here are...
by John Webber American Airlines will introduce a Premium Economy Class with bigger seats and more legroom on two of its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, the company announced early July. The 787-9s, larger version of the 787-8 Dreamliner, are set to...
by John Webber Processing a passport application can take as many as six weeks. But not all travelers have the luxury of time. Fortunately, the U.S. State Department and international U.S. Embassies can issue temporary or emergency passports. Even if...