Take the Free Tissues in Asia Each Friday, we feature a reader-submitted tip as our Travel Tip of the Day. This week’s tip comes from reader Mary G., who builds on an old travel tip by… Johnny Jet , September 29, 2017
A Clever Trick to Help You Overcome Turbulence Are you afraid to fly? If so, there are some 20 million people like you, according to NBC News—and more importantly, there are things you can do about it. In a… Johnny Jet , September 28, 2017
A Cheaper Way to See If You Need a Vaccination Before a Trip Traveling somewhere where you might need a vaccination? Not sure? In his accounting of his African safari, Joe Sharkey (bio here) shares a great tip: “We had planned well in… Johnny Jet , September 27, 2017
With Uber Banned in London, Download This App Uber was dealt a huge blow last week when London’s transport regulator rejected its application to renew its license to operate in the city. According to a statement in TechCrunch,… Johnny Jet , September 26, 2017
Beware of the Grandparent Scam You may have heard of this one. You may even know someone who’s had it attempted on them. In any case, you need to beware of the “grandparent scam,” which… Johnny Jet , September 26, 2017
Bring Two Pairs of Shoes Each Friday, we feature a reader-submitted tip as our Travel Tip of the Day. This week’s tip comes from reader Jean F., who left this tip as a comment on… Johnny Jet , September 22, 2017
Bring Snacks on the Plane If you know you’re going to be hungry on your flight and you’re in coach, you better bring food on the plane! Lately, I’ve been seeing (at least on American… Johnny Jet , September 21, 2017
The Countries Where e-Cigarettes and Vaping Could Get You Punished London’s Daily Mail wrote a story warning travelers not to bring their electronic cigarettes or vape pens with them on their trips to some countries. Although e-cigarettes might be healthier than… Johnny Jet , September 20, 2017
Beware of Gate Check Fees When You Fly Basic Economy As you likely know by now, all three major U.S. airlines have introduced Basic Economy (here’s my story on American’s product) fares for flyers. The idea is that a seat in… Johnny Jet , September 18, 2017
What to Do When You Get Two Rental Car Keys Each Friday, we feature a reader-submitted tip as our Travel Tip of the Day. This week’s tip comes from reader Pat G., who says: “Two tips: With so many cars… Johnny Jet , September 15, 2017
Bring Cash for a Tip Even When Paying With a Credit Card I’ve spoken before about how when traveling abroad, you’ll find that not all restaurants and vendors accept credit cards. Many will not. (And for those that do, you should have… Johnny Jet , September 13, 2017
It Will Soon Be Illegal to Look at Your Phone in a Crosswalk in Honolulu You would think it would be common sense to look alert while crossing the road, but unfortunately, we’ve come to an age where everyone is constantly staring at their phones…. Johnny Jet , September 12, 2017
What’s the Difference Between Economy and Economy Plus? First things first: We’re thinking of everyone affected by Hurricane Irma. For the travel implications of the storm, up-to-date news, etc., please see our Hurricane Irma resource page. Now, to… Johnny Jet , September 11, 2017
Don’t Leave Spare Hotel Keys Lying Around Each Friday, we feature a reader-submitted tip as our Travel Tip of the Day. This week’s tip comes from reader Rob W., who says: “Last week I had some stuff… Johnny Jet , September 8, 2017
Keep Your Gas Tank Full in Advance of a Storm This might be a little late for Florida residents, but for people in the Carolinas and other places—and for future storms—here’s some good advice: At the first sign of a… Johnny Jet , September 7, 2017
