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  • A family packs up the car for vacation
    By Mina Elwell January 27th, 2025

    When You Might Want To Consider Parking At The Airport (And How To Save Money Doing It)

    It may come with sticker shock, but parking at the airport can actually save you money. An expert who spoke exclusively with Islands shares how.

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  • Luggage store at an airport
    By Jenna Busch January 27th, 2025

    The Real Reason There Are Luggage Stores In Airports

    Luggage stores in airports may seem as useful as screen doors on submarines, until you realize the real (totally valid) reason that they exist.

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  • A flight attendant shows where oxygen masks will deploy
    By Mina Elwell January 27th, 2025

    The Eerie Fact About A Plane's Oxygen Masks That May Leave You Feeling A Bit Uneasy

    A plane's oxygen masks are essential to passengers' safety during an emergency descent. However, one detail about these masks may make you uneasy.

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  • Passengers waiting for the plane to take off
    By Nicole Cord-Cruz January 25th, 2025

    A Disgusting Issue Tourists Think They'd Only Encounter At Hotels Might Be Even Worse On Airplanes

    Air travel already comes with its fair share of headaches, so the last thing any frequent flyer wants to deal with is this gross and surprisingly common issue.

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  • People in an airport line with luggage
    By Jenna Busch January 25th, 2025

    Why An Unusual 'Flying Naked' Trend Is Setting The Internet Ablaze

    Scroll through social media and you'll find countless travel trends. One buzzy craze is the "flying naked" trend, though it's not what it sounds like.

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  • Hawaiian Air plane taxiing at airport
    By Cheryl Kochenderfer January 23rd, 2025

    The Hawaiian Airport With The Least Crowded Flights In America Is A Mellow Entry To The Islands

    Want a little more room to stretch out on the plane? Book a flight out of this Hawaiian airport, found to have the least crowded flights in the country.

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  • happy woman boards airplane with passport in hand
    By Cheryl Kochenderfer January 22nd, 2025

    A Top-Rated European Airline That's Pet-Friendly, Affordable & Comfortable (Despite Misleading Reviews)

    While the reviews might seem less than stellar, this airline is actually one of your top options when booking tickets for your vacation across Europe.

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  • A Southwest Airline plane flying over Chicago
    By Nicole Cord-Cruz January 19th, 2025

    The Underrated US Airline With Big Seats, Simple Rules, And Tons Of Nonstop Flights

    If 32 inches of legroom, a flexible ticket policy, and two free checked bags sound good to you, this is the underrated U.S. airline you should be flying with.

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  • Flight attendant smiling with arms crossed in an empty plane
    By Jenna Busch January 18th, 2025

    Flight Attendants Share Their Tips On How To Be The Best Passenger

    Want to be the best passenger and earn flight attendants' respect while making their job easier? Here’s how, with tips straight from the cabin crew themselves.

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  • A traveler going through airport customs
    By Mina Elwell January 17th, 2025

    Why Bringing Whole Bean Coffee To The Airport Could Make You A Target For Customs

    Coffee enthusiasts who bring home bags of delicious whole-roasted beans from their destination might be stopped by airport security for these reasons.

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  • Man at airport holding surfboard
    By Sierra Winters January 14th, 2025

    9 Tips For Traveling On A Plane With Sports Equipment

    Cost, safety, and performance are all reasons to check your sports equipment into the cargo area of a flight, and doing so is a simpler than you realize.

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  • Norfolk Island coast with trees and walking trail
    By Cheryl Kochenderfer January 13th, 2025

    5 Secret Destinations Where Flight Attendants Love To Vacation

    Flight attendants are some of the most in-the-know pros when it comes to how and where to travel, so we compiled a list of some of their top destinations.

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  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport at sunset with mountains.
    By Lilly Paltsev January 13th, 2025

    A Mile-Long 'Fitness-Trail' Inside An Arizona Airport Offers Unique Desert, Mountain, And City Views

    When you have time to waste at the airport between flights, get your steps in and see the sights from this Arizona airport's unique fitness amenity.

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  • A flight attendant with bare arms and no tattoos shows how to buckle seatbelt
    By Mina Elwell January 12th, 2025

    The Real Reason You'll Almost Never See A Flight Attendant With A Tattoo

    You might notice the flight attendant uniforms and hairstyles when on a plane, but have you ever noticed that the cabin crew rarely has tattoos? Here's why.

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  • The interior cabin of a LATAM Airlines plane with screens in the seatbacks
    By Jamie Ditaranto January 12th, 2025

    A South American Airline That Won Big At 'The Oscars Of The Airline Industry' Is Convenient And Classy

    When flying around South America, you should choose to fly with the airline that consistently wins highly-coveted industry awards in multiple categories.

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  • A woman researching flights with a packed suitcase in front of her
    By Jenna Kelley January 12th, 2025

    How An Open-Jaw Flight Will Be The Money-Saving Ticket You Need For Your Next Adventure

    We all want to save money on airfare, and sometimes, getting creative with an open-jaw flight itinerary can be the best way to nab a more affordable booking.

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  • Passengers in the economy cabin watching an in-flight program
    By Nicole Cord-Cruz January 11th, 2025

    How Do Airlines Pick Their In-Flight Movies?

    Airlines carefully select in-flight movies, with some attending film festivals to snag top picks and others winning entertainment awards. Here’s how it works.

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  • Airport security metal detector
    By Angelica Tobit January 9th, 2025

    The Fashionable Accessory That Might Cause Annoying Problems At The Airport

    For many, traveling is a fun experience, but most can agree that going through TSA is not. If you have this accessory, it might make it even worse.

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  • Person holding a U.S. passport
    By Jenna Busch January 7th, 2025

    Your Old Travel Documents Are A Security Risk: Here's What To Do With Them

    You know you need your passport and boarding pass on travel day, but what about after? If you're not careful with these old documents, you could be in trouble.

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  • An upset man at an airport, holding his passport and boarding pass
    By Mina Elwell January 7th, 2025

    What To Do If Your Name Is Wrong On Your Boarding Pass

    Air travel can be stressful. However, when you notice an error within your name on your boarding pass, the fix can be simple - depending on how wrong it is.

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  • Empty airport seating area with plane in the background
    By Jack Hawkins January 7th, 2025

    Two Of The Least Crowded Airports In America Are Unexpectedly Located In California

    As you might expect, California has several busy airports, but, surprisingly, two of America's least crowded airports are located in the state.

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  • Line of travelers at the UK border in Heathrow Airport
    By Jack Hawkins January 7th, 2025

    The New Requirement That Affects Travelers Entering Europe In 2025

    If you're planning a trip to Europe, you'll need to make sure you've taken care of this detail in addition to getting your passport up to date.

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  • Arctic waters and snow shore in Greenland with village of Kulusuk in background
    By Atika Shubert January 6th, 2025

    The Largest 'Waterfall' In The World Is Situated Between Iceland And Greenland Hidden Underwater

    The title holder for the world's largest waterfall is a hidden, underwater phenomenon located in between Iceland and Greenland in an icy strait.

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  • A crowded airport
    By Jenna Kelley January 4th, 2025

    The Southern Airport That Was Crowned With The Unpleasant Title Of Most Crowded In America

    No one likes airports, and that's mostly due to the chaotic atmosphere brought about by hurried crowds. This southern airport is the most crowded in the U.S.

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  • A traveler walking in an airport
    By Nicole Cord-Cruz January 4th, 2025

    One Major U.S. Airline Now Lets You Share Your Luggage's Location Via AirTag

    Nothing is more frustrating when traveling than losing your luggage, but Apple's new AirTag easily lets you track down a missing bag's location.

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  • Airport security at Denver airport
    By Mina Elwell January 3rd, 2025

    5 Airport Security Mistakes That Are Slowing You Down

    No passenger trying to make their flight enjoys going through airport security. Avoiding these airport security mistakes can make things easier, though.

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  • hand holds unlabeled medicine over travel bag
    By Cheryl Kochenderfer January 1st, 2025

    The Popular Medicine Flight Attendants Prefer You Avoid Taking During A Flight

    It may be tricky to sleep on a plane, but using medication to help may actually hinder you in an emergency and makes things difficult for flight attendants.

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