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How to
Get Your Boarding Pass at the Airport
When you’re a first-time flyer, or it’s been a while since you were at an airport, getting your boarding pass at the airport can seem confusing at first. However, as long as you give yourself plenty of time to check ...
How to Create a Travel Itinerary for Your Visa Application
Applying for a visa to the EU or another location that requires an itinerary, but not sure where to get started? There are two major parts of a travel itinerary for visa purposes: evidence of flight reservations and hote...
How to
Use a Travel Pillow
A good travel pillow can make a world of difference on long trips. Ideally, the pillow will provide support for your neck or body so that you can sleep in a relaxed position, even on cramped, uncomfortable plane rides. C...
How to
Get a Boarding Pass
Today’s airlines provide passengers with a whole host of methods for acquiring and using boarding passes. You can print your passes from a personal computer in advance, or at a self-service kiosk when you get to the ai...
How to
Join Star Alliance
If you fly frequently and you’re wanting to reap the benefits of booking a lot of reservations, Star Alliance may be a good option for you. Airline alliances are partnerships between airlines that agree to provide spec...
How to
Check Into a Hotel
Checking into a hotel should be fairly straightforward, but the procedures and amenities can vary from place to place. Depending on whether you are local or abroad, or are a patronizing a large national chain or a small ...
How to
Transfer Delta Miles
As a Delta SkyMiles member, every purchase you make earns you points that can later be cashed in for complimentary tickets or other perks like seat upgrades and free baggage checking. Another benefit of the program is th...
How to
Transfer United Airline Miles
Transferring your United Airlines miles to another person is quick and easy, but there are a few catches. Transfer fees can get pretty pricey, and you can only transfer miles to another MileagePlus member. Use your miles...
How to
Get Through the Airport Quickly and Efficiently
Making your way through an airport can be stressful, especially if there's not much time before your flight starts boarding. That's why we've compiled these expert tips for getting through airports faster. Follow the ste...
How to
Travel from UK to the US by Boat
Transatlantic travel has changed drastically in the last fifty years. Dozens of airlines make the voyage from the United Kingdom to the United States on a daily basis. Yet, there are fewer ships offering this itinerary, ...
How to Get Through TSA Faster: Going Through Security Like a Pro
A step-by-step guide to walking through security and staying calm If you’re dreading going through security for your next flight, you’re not alone. The long lines and numerous rules can make packing and traveling a h...
How to
Sell Airline Tickets
When your plans change, selling your airline tickets will help you recoup money that may otherwise be lost. In order to legally sell an airline ticket, it must be transferrable, meaning that the airline will change the t...
How to
Get Upgraded to Business Class
Scoring an airline upgrade isn’t easy, and it occurs less often nowadays than in the past. However, if you’re on the hunt for a business class seat, a few tricks can increase your chances of success. Sometimes, all y...
How to
Travel to North Korea
Known as the “hermit kingdom,” trips to North Korea are extremely limited, but can spark curiosity in foreign travellers. Many countries have active travel bans advising their citizens not to travel to North Korea. T...
How to
Fly Standby on Southwest
Knowing what to do and expect when you fly Traveling standby can be risky since you don’t officially have a ticket. But it’s a great option if you’ve had a change of plans that requires an earlier or alternate a...
How to
Fly First Class for the Price of Economy
Flying first-class can make your travel experience feel genuinely luxurious, but it comes with a high price tag. It’s much more affordable to buy an economy ticket and then upgrade it! With tightening airline budgets, ...
How to
Keep Your Hotel Room Safe
With hotel staff, like housekeeping workers, coming in and out of your room during your stay, the safety of your valuables is a significant concern. Beyond that, natural disasters or emergencies can turn a pleasant hotel...
How to Buy Disney Florida Resident Tickets
Do you live in Florida and want to go to Disney World? Well, you’re in luck because you can get discounted tickets as a Florida resident! Getting a Disney Florida Resident ticket takes a few extra steps, as you’ll ne...
How to
Plan a Disney Vacation
For many people around the world, taking a “Disney vacation” means heading to Walt Disney World in Florida. And, while it can be the vacation of a lifetime, the sheer number of things to do there can turn planning th...
How to
Check AirAsia Bookings
AirAsia is a low-cost airline based in Malaysia that offers domestic and international flights to over 400 cities in 25 countries. They are the first airline in Asia to promote ticketless travel, meaning that all booking...