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Author: Edward Pizzarello
My goal in life is to fill my family’s passports with stamps, creating buckets of memories along the way. You’ll find me writing about realistic ways for normal people to travel the world, whether you’re on a budget or enjoy luxury. I also enjoy taking us on the occasional detour to explore the inner workings of the travel industry.
Learning From My Crazy Day Of Travel
Here’s a handful of tips to help you next time you’re in crisis mode trying to make a flight. When delays happen due to weather and mechanical issues, be prepared to increase your chances of making it to your destination.
Chase Ink Sign-Up Bonus Increase, AA to Johannesburg, $5 Trip To Chicago And United Is Talking About Delta’s Changes. Things I Find Interesting On Thursday, May 1st, 2014
Chase Ink cards that earn Ultimate Rewards points are my favorite cards. View From the Wing is reporting that sign-up bonuses have increased to 60,000 points from the normal 50,000. The last time Chase did this it only lasted about a week, so you…
US Airways MasterCard Sign-Up Bonus Increases To 40,000 Miles
APPLY HERE I actually already have this card, but since it’s unlikely we’ll see a higher sign-up bonus this year, I’ll be applying for this one for Michelle. Reasons to consider getting this card: 1. The card doesn’t have a minimum spending threshold to…
Dulles & Reagan Airport Authority Keeping You Safe By Harassing My Uber Driver
Uber is a great service. They make catching a cab an enjoyable experience. Except in those cities where the local authority believes customer choice is a bad thing. The airport authority that runs both Dulles and Reagan airports (MWAA) is not only crooked but generally…
TSA Pre-Check Rolling Out To International Carriers
The TSA announced Air Canada would be the first international carrier accepted into the PreCheck process, with more international carriers to come. This should markedly increase the number of experienced travelers in the PreCheck lanes, which is good for all travelers.
The Best Airline and Hotel Loyalty Programs Are…..
The 2014 Freddie Awards were handed out in Seattle this past Thursday. The Museum of Flight was a thrilling venue. Hyatt, Marriott, IHG and American all did well along with Velocity.
Just Another Crazy Day Of Air Travel. Could The American Airlines App Help Save The Day?
It’s always good to have a backup plan. Executive Platinum status, a timely award ticket, the American Airlines app and Twitter all come together to get me home to my family, tired but happy.
A Brief Conversation With Suzanne Rubin Makes Me Reconsider My Position On American’s Recent Changes
It’s no secret that recent American Airlines changes weren’t well received by the frequent travel community. Some folks in the blogsphere and elsewhere were upset about American’s lack of notice while others were just plain upset they made the changes. I was on record…
Should You Be Required To Put Your Child In A Car Seat On An Airplane?
The NTSB is still trying to convince the FAA and others that children shouldn’t be allowed to sit on your lap while flying. Currently, a child under 2 years can sit on your lap unrestrained. That’s when they’re most fragile and likely to get hurt in turbulence or a crash.