It’s not always easy figuring out the best ways to go through airport security. Between changing TSA rules, long lines, and tons of gear, it can feel like a hopeless maze for infrequent fliers. After a decade of business travel I sometimes think I have seen all the possible ways to slow down the security…
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Let’s Talk TSA Consistency (or Lack Thereof)
What should travelers expect when they get to the TSA security line? Hmmmm. That’s an interesting question. Reader J says… I find the inconsistencies in TSA so interesting. I’m flying out of BNA this morning and usually get them triple- marking my boarding pass, looking intently at me as the hold up my drivers license…
Posts from the past
What was going on this time in years past? 2014 Should I have changed seats in this situation? Join the conversationhere. I promise you canwear dresses in more than one way! Dads in first, mom and kids in coach.What are your thoughts? Preparing for your First International Business Trip(3rd installment). Airport Pickup Etiquette(and the law). What’s…
Making airport security easy
For those not accustomed to the vagaries of airport security, getting from the ticket counter to the gate is extremely stressful. The people, the rush, the rules, pulling stuff out of your bag, the looooong lines, the general craziness….It’s a lot to expect non-frequent fliers to sail through airport security without a hitch. But don’t…
Report shows TSA missed 95% of banned items during test
Back in November I wrote a wish list for the TSA. At the time, TSA Administrator Chief John Pistole was stepping down (the longest serving administrator of the agency) and I wanted to address things I would like to see with the new administrator. Well, I guess I should have included one more request on…
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What was going on this time in years past? 2014 We discuss all the mysteries of Southwest boarding passes. While prepping for my next big trip I share my favorite 5 ways to be comfortable on an international flight. My own personal experience shows that it pays to know your credit card rewards! Should alcohol be…
4 things to know before your first business trip
Before your first business trip you may think business travel is pretty straightforward. You buy your tickets, reserve your rental, book your room, pack, and away you go. However, you’ll soon find out there are plenty of pitfalls. And if you don’t know any better you’ll find yourself going about it all wrong. Don’t worry!…
Top 6 airport etiquette rules
I often talk about etiquette while flying but today I want to discuss my top etiquette tips for the airport, before you ever get on a plane. The airport is a frantic place full of people knowingly and unknowingly making bad decisions. I see it every time I fly. Even though airport etiquette tips are…
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What was going on this time in years past? 2014 My cousin had to go on a long business trip, so I gave him so advice about packing electronics and maximizing points for a two-month stay. I addressed a reader’s question about Global Entry. Planning what to pack for a trip with two different climates…
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What was going on this time in years past? 2014 If you’re going to carry on your suitcase (which I highly recommend!) then please follow these 5 etiquette rules for traveling with carryons. If you ever have to travel for a long time in the colder months follow my guide for packing for two weeks in…