Practical tips to help you pack, plan, and get ready for a smooth trip before you head to the airport
So can your suitcase travel without you if you miss your flight? Generally yes, your checked bag can sometimes fly without you, but most airlines are trying to prevent this, especially on international flights, but what happens to your luggage depends on why you missed your flight and whether you’re taking a connecting flight. If … Read more
Since SeatGuru is no longer around, AeroLOPA has become my favorite go to website when I’m looking for the best seat on a plane. It shows where the seats, windows, galleys, lavatories, bassinets, and other cabin features are located, but how to use AeroLOPA the right way to get the bet seat for your next … Read more
Use this free clothes packing calculator to estimate how much your clothes, toiletries, accessories, electronics, and other travel items may weigh. Select your airline, add the items you plan to pack, enter the quantity, and see your estimated total weight in kg and lbs. The calculator is especially useful if you want to know how … Read more
Statistics show that over 22% of passengers travel with two suitcases, and losing your luggage or waiting for a delayed suitcase can be a frustrating travel experience. That’s where a GPS or Bluetooth luggage tracker can help. But are GPS trackers allowed on planes, and can you put a GPS tracker in your carry-on or … Read more
Locked out of your suitcase because you forgot your TSA combination code or the seller didn’t provide it, and wonder how to reset your TSA lock? If you know the current combination, you can reset a TSA lock by opening it and using the reset button or switch to set a new code. If you … Read more
When booking your flight, it is important to make sure all your information are correct before hitting submit. But what if you misspell your name or want to change it? Can you change the name on a plane ticket? Many airlines do allow minor changes, like correcting a typo or adding or removing a middle … Read more
So, does a weekender bag count as a personal item? Generally you can bring a weekender bag as a personal item if it fits perfectly under the seat in front of you and meets your airline’s personal item size limits. That sounds simple, but there’s one important thing: airlines don’t all have the same personal … Read more
Whether you misplaced your ID or you forgot that your license has expired, there are so many reasons you might wonder if you can fly with an expired license or id? For domestic flights, the TSA states that you can travel with an expired U.S. passport, passport card, or real ID-compliant driver’s license, provided it … Read more
As a frequent traveler, I’ve lugged around the world using both backpacks and suitcases as carry-on luggage, and if you still wonder whether a backpack can be used as a carry-on or not, you’re not alone. The short answer is: Yes, a backpack is a convenient and practical choice for carry-on luggage, and you can … Read more
Yes, paying for seat selection can be worth it, especially on international long-haul flights, when traveling with family, or when you need extra legroom. However, for a short solo flight, buying a seat is often not worth the money. The good thing is that you don’t always need to pay to get a comfora seat. … Read more