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Use body language to score an airline upgrade
The ultimate fantasy of every frequent traveler is to one day score an airline upgrade: To get something valuable (for nothing) that makes a journey infinitely more comfortable and memorable. Check out these tips from an expert.
Thanksgiving Weekend: When to fly to avoid flight delays
Airline passengers have grown all too accustomed to long flight delays, especially when they have to fly during peak travel periods like the Thanksgiving holiday. NerdWallet.com, a personal finance and credit card website, analyzed on-time arrival statistics from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (part of the U.S. Department of Transportation). The review sheds some…
Checklist for Getting Through TSA Screening
Even if you have some type of priority status, all flyers need to anticipate a thorough screening and prepare accordingly. Of course, this checklist for getting through TSA screening is subject to change—since policies and procedures are fluid (pardon the pun). For updates: Check out TSA.gov, sign up for TSA updates by email, or download MyTSA from…
TSA news for travelers over 75: No more airport pat-downs
New from the TSA: The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is testing out modified, more humane, security measures for travelers ages 75 and over. Beginning Monday, March 19, 2012, travelers ages 75 and over will be subjected to fewer pat-downs and won’t have to remove their shoes and light jackets… [Read the basics you need to…
8 ways to snag a first-class fare upgrade
When it comes to first class, there are few bargains to be found, but here are ways to lessen the pain if you are a mere mortal but want to fly like royalty: Loyalty has its rewards. If you are able to rack up mileage on the same airline, achieving elite status will entitle you…
Airline fare classes: Everything you need to know
Even before they board their flights, people are acutely aware of the haves and have-nots of air travel. On a recent long-haul domestic airline flight (after waiting for platinum, silver, gold, and bronze to board), I sat down in my assigned middle seat in a row directly behind first class. My view was neither window…
TSA PreCheck: Whiz through airport security
Don’t take off shoes or your belt. No need to remove your lightweight jacket. Keep your laptop in its case. Don’t bother taking out the 3-1-1 plastic bag with liquids and gels from your carry-on— Does this sound too good to be true? Not if you qualify for the new TSA PreCheck program designed to…
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