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Aisle Versus Window Seat: Why I’ve Changed Teams
Had you asked me a few years ago, I would have said that I am staunchly #TeamWindowSeat. It was the clear winner. But a few factors over the past several years have slowly transitioned me to an aisle seat man. Here is how the aisle versus window seat debate has broken down, at least in my thinking over my travels.
Tallying Up 2023 & 2024 Travel: Closing in on Visiting All 50 States
I like to take stock of each year's travel as we pass from one year into the next. There's usually a clear favorite trip, and there's certainly a clear favorite each year. This is the qualitative side, and arguably the most important. But as a points and miles nerd with a numbers brain, I also like to tally up travel quantitatively. Here's how the numbers stack up for 2023 and 2024.
Our Top 4 Family Travel Mishaps
Traveling can be stressful. But traveling with kids can make many situations worse. Far worse. Here are our top four family travel mishaps:
Delta Sky Club Charlotte Opens
Delta Sky Club Charlotte opens today, adding much needed lounge capacity to one of the busiest airports in…
Breaking Your Spirit: How the DOJ Hates Spirit Airlines
The DOJ hates Spirit Airlines. Or at least it seems to. For the last few years, the Department…
Is this new Platinum Card benefit worth it?
This is a welcome addition to the huge suite of benefits on the Platinum card, but it may not be useful for all of us. Let's have a look...
TBT: That Time I Got Diverted to Alaska On My Trip to Australia
Back in 2017 I took a quick solo trip to Australia. Little did I know that I'd end up in Alaska along the way! Here's my story of our diversion.
This Is the Craziest Uber Price I’ve Ever Seen
Have you experienced crazy Uber prices over the past year or two? It seems things have gotten out of control. Here's one recent experience where I considered a ride to an LAX airport hotel and was blown away by how much the ride-share service wanted.
3 Reasons Why I Always Drink The Airplane Coffee
Isn't airplane coffee the best? There is nothing like it. Here's why I order a cup of joe every time I'm high in the sky.
Secret Devaluation? No-Show Fee for Pay Later Reservations with Hertz
Learn more about the disappointing devaluation from Hertz, charging customers a no-show fee for pay later reservations.
