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  • flight attendant collecting trash in garbage bag from passengers
    By Christine Dulion 5 hours ago

    This Annoying Trash Habit From Passengers Drives Flight Attendants Up A Wall

    Flight attendants have many responsibilities, but their priority is not your trash. Avoid making this garbage mistake when flying to make their jobs easier.

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  • First class passengers with staircase and flight attendant
    By Olivia Typaldos 13 hours ago

    1970s Airplane Lounges Took Flying To A Whole New Level Of Luxury

    While flying economy today may often be uncomfortable and frustrating, in the 1970s airlines had luxurious lounges on their planes, even in coach.

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  • Tired traveler sitting in airport chairs, holding head with hands beside luggage and hat
    By Kristin Conard 16 hours ago

    The Best Tips For Minimizing Travel Disruptions This Holiday Season, According To Experts

    This holiday season, travel disruptions are likely, so experts recommend arriving early, booking wisely, and staying flexible to keep your trip on track.

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  • A woman walking into an airport lounge rolling her carry-on luggage
    By Jenna Kelley 1 day ago

    Airport Lounges Aren't Necessarily Off Limits To You, Even If You're Not A Member (Here's Why)

    VIP airport lounges can seem like they're off limits to all but the rich and famous, but there's often an easy way to get in with just a little bit of research.

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  • Construction signs at Pittsburgh International Airport
    By Bridget Gleeson 2 days ago

    Pittsburgh's Sleek New Airport Terminal Is Rolling Out Just In Time For The Holidays

    Pittsburgh is unveiling its sleek new airport terminal just in time for the holidays, after breaking ground in 2021.

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  • A person rolling luggage at the airport
    By Jenna Kelley 2 days ago

    The Dollar Tree Essential That Will Protect Your Luggage Wheels

    Luggage is prone to the grooves of uneven ground, chipping away at the quality of wheels. This Dollar Tree hack can prolong their life and offer a few perks.

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  • Airplane cabin
    By David McElhinney 2 days ago

    Why Some Airlines Spray Pesticide In The Cabin Before Takeoff, And Is It Safe?

    If you thought there was already enough to worry about while traveling by plane, we've got some bad news for you: Onboard pesticides are a thing.

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  • Interior image of a swanky airport lounge with plush seating, bright lighting, and large windows, and an airplane taking off in the background
    By Christine Pickering 2 days ago

    This Luxurious Private Airport Experience Offers Private Lounges, Chauffeured Transfers, And VIP Check-In

    From airport arrival all the way to takeoff, this exclusive service upends commercial flying with comfort, elegance, and personalized attention.

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  • The bright interior of an unidentified commercial airplane, featuring clean, blue leather seats
    By Christine Pickering 2 days ago

    This Airline's Weird 'Cleaning Mishap' Created Cancellations And Delays With 0 Reimbursement

    A strange cleaning error forced a major European carrier to ground multiple planes, leading to widespread delays and confusion for thousands of travelers.

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  • Plane flying at sunset
    By Kirtana Menon 2 days ago

    The 5 Most Common Plane Problems That Lead To Accidents

    Many people are afraid of flying, but once you know the five most common problems that lead to accidents, you might be able to fly with more peace of mind.

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  • Evacuation training slide for flight safety training
    By Joe Orovic 3 days ago

    The Upsetting Thing That Happens When A Plane Accidentally Deploys Its Emergency Slide

    Sure, barreling down a huge inflatable slide looks like a blast, and it probably is in the moment -- but it turns out it's not all fun and games, after all.

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  • Passengers in line waiting for lost luggage help, Houston
    By Michele Gama Sosa 3 days ago

    These Airlines Are The Most Likely To Lose Your Baggage, According To Research

    Before you fly, see which airlines have the worst baggage loss rates worldwide — plus which carriers keep luggage safest, according to research.

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  • Smiling flight attendant holding a tablet and checking the airplane cabin
    By Lisandra Moor 3 days ago

    What It Really Costs To Become A Flight Attendant

    For some, being a flight attendant is a dream job, but you’ll have to make some sort of investment to launch yourself into this career path.

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  • A flight tracker shows canceled and delayed flights
    By Erika W. Smith 3 days ago

    The Absurd Car Rental Hack Travelers Are Resorting To Amid Mass Flight Cancellations

    With American airports canceling 6% of flights, some stranded passengers are turning to this unconventional car rental hack amid price increases and shortages.

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  • a flight attendant serves orange juice to a passenger during meal service
    By Kirtana Menon 3 days ago

    The Unexpected Code Word Flight Attendants Call Passengers That Take Up Empty Seats

    The term isn't necessarily complimentary, but there are better ways to ask to change seats and get more room without drawing the ire of the cabin crew.

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  • A parent holding a baby on her lap look out the plane window at the sunset
    By Rebecca High 3 days ago

    How To Change A Baby's Diaper Mid-Flight (And Why The Internet Is Fuming Over The Topic)

    Reddit users weighing in on the right and wrong places to change an infant's diaper on an airplane, and most agree that there's one location best avoided.

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  • An aerial view of  sunset in Honolulu
    By Bridget Gleeson 3 days ago

    Flying Between Los Angeles And Hawaii Just Got Dramatically Easier

    A new route connects the islands and one of the LA area's easiest hubs, meaning you can be on the island in six hours without going through LAX.

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  • Woman with yellow one-piece romper and straw hat running down the beach shoreline
    By Atika Shubert 3 days ago

    The Trendy Clothing Garment Flight Attendants Cringe Seeing People Wear On A Plane

    It's great to be comfortable when you're flying, and it's nice to look stylish if you can, but take it from the experts (flight staff) and avoid this outfit.

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  • Woman taking her laptop out at airport checkpoint
    By Jessica Stewart 4 days ago

    Why Some Airports At TSA Make You Take Your Laptop Out Of Your Bag And Others Don't

    If you've noticed some airports require you to remove your laptop from its bag while others don't, there's a simple explanation for these differing procedures.

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  • passenger in airport
    By Tess Kazenoff 4 days ago

    The Wild Advice An Airline CEO Gave Passengers To Avoid Getting Stranded At The Airport

    Flight cancellations due to the government shutdown have been frustrating passengers across the U.S., and this airline CEO had some wild advice to share.

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  • A small brown and white dog rides on its owner's suitcase through an airport
    By Rebecca High 4 days ago

    The No. 1 Social Dog Rule Travelers Agree On For In-Flight Etiquette, And It's Not What You'd Think

    Think airplane etiquette means keeping your dog in its carrier? Social media users are challenging that rule with surprising in-flight opinions.

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  • flight attendant in cabin
    By Steven Cruse 4 days ago

    Breaking Down The Sneaky, Secret Language Of Flight Attendants

    From inside jokes and terms flight used, to more serious codes for emergencies, here's how to decipher the secret language of flight attendants.

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  • Couple in tent with sleeping bags and headlamps
    By Patrice J. Williams 5 days ago

    The Common Campsite Tool TSA Only Accepts In Checked Luggage

    Some camping equipment is okay to take on a plane, but the TSA only accepts one particular item if you take it in your checked bag.

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  • Close up image of an plane wing covered in ice
    By Lois Mackenzie 5 days ago

    Here's How Much It Costs To De-Ice A Plane Before Takeoff

    If you're flying in the winter and the plane is covered in snow and ice, it legally cannot depart. How much does de-icing cost the airline? Why is it crucial?

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  • Items and bags in various trays making their way along a conveyor belt and into a scanning device at an airport
    By Christine Pickering 6 days ago

    Here's What Bag Scanners At Airport Security Really Show

    Frequent travelers may be pros at following standard TSA security procedures, but not many know about the actual technology behind the scanning machines.

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  • A cargo plane taking off from Chicago O'Hare Airport.
    By Lisandra Moor 7 days ago

    America's 'Most Connected Airport' In 2025 Is A Bustling Midwest Gateway To Just About Anywhere

    This busy Midwestern travel hub offers flyers access to nearly 300 destinations across the globe, earning the distinction of being the most connected.

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  • A flight takes off the morning of the cancellations
    By Mina Elwell 7 days ago

    Delta Flight Attendant Explains Which Types Of Flights Are Likely To Be Canceled During The Government Shutdown

    The government shutdown is causing canceled flights across the U.S. Here are the routes that are most likely to be canceled, according to a flight attendant.

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