Tag Archives: Hacks

Gift Guide For Travelers

Not sure what to get for someone who travels a lot? We have your guide to luggage, bags,, travel accessories, cameras, plane accessories and more for any holiday or celebration!

Economy Seat Items To Make Your Flight More Comfortable

As much as we would love to be comfortable in business class getting served fancy drinks and delicious meals, usually our trip budget or miles can never cover flying luxuriously or very comfortably…sometimes extra legroom is still not the most comfortable although still better than being cramped. Below I have listed a few items I like to keep in my carry-on or personal bag to make my flight enjoyable (or even bearable) no matter how long the flight time is.

Packing Hacks – Amazon (Travel) Must Haves

Check out our Amazon recommendations and hacks on gadgets and items to help you pack easier and lighter for your next trip

TSA Precheck & Global Entry, Are They Worth It?

The post discusses the benefits of TSA Precheck and Global Entry statuses for frequent travelers. TSA Precheck simplifies security procedures within the U.S., saving time and hassle. Meanwhile, Global Entry facilitates faster processing through Customs when returning to the U.S. from abroad and includes TSA Precheck. Both statuses have a validity of five years. Application processes for both are described, with Global Entry process being lengthier. TSA Precheck costs $80 while Global Entry is priced at $100. However, certain credit cards offer cover for these fees. Whilst the programs have occasional inconveniences, they largely benefit regular travelers.

Vacation Hacks Using PTO and Holidays

One of the situations most employees struggle with is not having enough vacation days to use for a trip, or the company they work for will not allow their employees to take a certain number of consecutive days off. I’m here to help you understand the different ways you can use your vacation days and paid holidays to your advantage and go on a trip that cheats the PTO system.

Travel More Using Travel Credit Cards

Points earned on your credit card become your best friend when you want to travel, and you will never travel the same once you get your first card. After a lot of research, trial and error, and many of my own credit cards later, below is a list of the best credit cards to have for traveling and earning points towards your next trip. 

Airline Lounges, United Club

There are two types of travelers: those who run to their gate trying not to miss their flight, or those who get to their gate to make sure it exists and walk the terminal aimlessly. From wandering through shops, paying a particular amount for food and drinks at a restaurant, trying to find an outlet to charge your phone, or being frustrated trying to find a seat at your gate, most people (including myself) dislike the time between clearing security and waiting to board your plane. This past summer was my first experience in an airline lounge. I was able to use the perks of my airline credit and boy was I missing out all these years.