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Misleading Travel Advice
There is nothing that makes me shake my head faster. What? A mainstream article that gives misleading travel…
Double Check Your Travel Geography Before Booking
Several years ago, a distressed passenger sued British Airways over confusion over travel geography. He thought he booked…
When Will You Trade Seats?
We’ve all been there – the request to trade seats. And if you haven’t yet, well, your time…
Travel Mistakes We’ve Made
I’m not too proud to admit that I make travel mistakes. Big ones, sometimes. Some of the best…
Ash Wednesday While Traveling
How to be observant on Ash Wednesday while traveling. We share the various options we've discovered for those travelers who wish to receive ashes on this holy day.
11 Tips for Coping with Lost Luggage
Lost luggage is the worst nightmare of many travelers. Frequent travelers I know actually refuse to check bags…
Packing for a Luxury Cruise
Packing for a luxury cruise on Seabourn requires careful planning and management of a carry-on bag. We discuss our packing strategy and challenges.
Seven Reasons Why I No Longer Chase Elite Status
Not that long ago, being an elite status traveler was a significant part of my personal identity. I…
Fyre Festival Debacle and Five Travel Planning Takeaways
This is classic content from the Jetsetter’s Homestead. As my flight cruises high above the California desert, passing…
One Critical Thing I Learned on the American 787 Dreamliner Flight
I got lucky today! I grabbed a seat on one of the American 787 Dreamliner inaugural flights. The…