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Visiting National Parks This Summer? Expect Them To Be Packed!
With summer travel upon us, a lot of people are hitting the road to visit the U.S. national parks. Here's what you need to know about reservations at a few of the most popular.
Review: Charging Electric Vehicle with Electrify America
Background: Electrify America operates an electric vehicle DC fast charging network in the US, with 612 charging locations…
When Lunch Costs More Than Your Flight
After booking the cheapest airline ticket I've ever purchased, I had an amusing moment when I realized I was spending more on lunch than on the flight.
Where Has All The Award Space Gone?
After months of wide open schedules with award space galore, summer travel demand means that airlines have tightened up the award travel landscape.
Idea Time: What Should I Do With My Dozen Free Night Certificates?
After traveling less during 2020 and early 2021, I am now sitting on a small pile of hotel free night certificates. Here are my off-the-cuff thoughts on how to use them.
How to Use Delta eCredits and Gift Cards in One Reservation
Background: Last week I was planning to book a trip to Hawaii in September. I have some Delta…
Why I Wasn’t Supposed to Fly Home Last Week
Sometimes plans go awry for a better reason. This past week was one of those times. You might call it chance. I call it God's providence. My trip home started out...
Having to make a train reservation by phone is so old school, Amtrak!
Amtrak operate long distance trains throughout the USA, with evocative names like California Zephyr, Southwest Chief and Empire…
No Way: Airbus Renews A380 Production??
After sending out what would likely be the last A380, Airbus has completely reversed course, renewing production on the jet in a bold move with Emirates!
Why I Got the American Express Gold Card
The American Express Gold Card is one of the best charge cards on the market today. Click here to see why I recently got it...
