Travel Insurance 101: When It’s Worth Buying and How to Find the Best Policies
In 2026, booking a trip at home or abroad can feel laced with uncertainty. Conflict in the Middle East is causing flight disruptions across the globe, while frequent government shutdowns in the US are leading to unprecedented wait times at the airport. Amid the travel chaos, some insurance policies, like “cancel for any reason” (CFAR) […]
How to minimize the pain of travel disruptions
People wait in long TSA lines as the partial government shutdown continues for several weeks at airports like Chicago O’Hare in Illinois, March 9, 2026 Peter Zay/ | Anadolu | Getty Images The first three months of the year have brought significant disruptions for travelers. The Iran war, cartel violence in Mexico, the U.S. military […]
How to travel the world without falling into the overtourism trap
Many popular destinations around the world are grappling with the problem of over-tourism, with the UN Travel Barometer showing international tourist arrivals are now “well above” pre-pandemic levels despite the growth in global security and trade tensions. Kiwi travel writer and former Cathay Pacific NZ corporate communications manager Pauline Ray shared her tips for how […]
How to Beat Jet Lag | WIRED
How to Beat Jet Lag. As ultra-long-haul routes take flight, plane-lighting hacks and meal planning could help passengers recover faster. Source link
How to Sleep in an Airport (2025): Gear and Expert Advice
So you’ve got a long layover. Or you tried Airport Theory and missed your flight. Or your plane was delayed. Or you spent all night packing because you procrastinated until the last minute and now you can barely keep your eyes open. For whatever reason, you’ve found yourself needing to sleep in an airport. You’ve […]
Flight passenger reveals how to outsmart seat squatters, sparking online debate
A flight passenger is taking a unique stance on seat squatters by encouraging others to test their luck in hopes of avoiding travelers who rob seats. In the “r/unitedairlines” forum on Reddit, one user posted a screenshot of a barely-booked flight. “The seat squatters can’t ruin your flight if you do it to yourself,” the […]
How to fly without a REAL ID starting May 7 – NBC 7 San Diego
If you’re flying anywhere in the United States this year, your current driver’s license may not be enough to get you through security at the airport. Starting May 7, the Transportation Security Administration will require a REAL ID instead, which meets federal standards for enhanced security. Why do you need a Real ID? The REAL […]
How to Become a Flight Attendant: What to Know
First, they’ll typically check your physical abilities, such as height, visible tattoos (airline-dependent), and reaching skills. At my airline, you had to be able to reach 6.5 feet (tippy-toes permitted), which is the standard height to reach emergency equipment. However, some regional airlines have less strict height limitations. Successful passing of this stage then brings […]
How to Become a Flight Attendant: What to Know
First, they’ll typically check your physical abilities, such as height, visible tattoos (airline-dependent), and reaching skills. At my airline, you had to be able to reach 6.5 feet (tippy-toes permitted), which is the standard height to reach emergency equipment. However, some regional airlines have less strict height limitations. Successful passing of this stage then brings […]
How to Avoid Thanksgiving Traffic and Crowds in 2024
Stressful airport crowds and bumper-to-bumper highway traffic is increasingly becoming a Thanksgiving tradition, on par with roasted turkey and football games. But 2024 will truly be a banner year in terms of mass travel: Nearly 80 million people plan to travel for Thanksgiving, according to predictions from AAA released on Monday. The number of Turkey […]