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Government Shutdown & Your Flight: What Travelers Need to Know About TSA Delays
Government Shutdown & Your Flight: What Travelers Need to Know About TSA Delays
As the government shutdown pushes into its third week, the whispers of federal employees striking are...
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The Hardest Shot in Pickleball: When You Have Too Much Time
The Hardest Shot in Pickleball: When You Have Too Much Time
I have been asked what is the hardest shot in pickleball.  I started to think about the third shot...
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The End of an Era: AOL Finally Pulls the Plug on Dial-Up
The End of an Era: AOL Finally Pulls the Plug on Dial-Up
For those of us who were around for the pre-internet age, we thought the hottest thing was the unlimited...
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The Best Like Convenience Store in the USA Will Amaze You!
The Best Like Convenience Store in the USA Will Amaze You!
I found this convenience store survey which analyzed customer satisfaction at convenience stores through...
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Government Shutdown Impacts on Air Travel: What You Need to Know About Air Travel Delays & Risks
Government Shutdown Impacts on Air Travel: What You Need to Know About Air Travel Delays & Risks
As the government shutdown continues, I am starting to worry about its impact on air travel especially...
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Pickleball Double Strategies of the Day
Pickleball Double Strategies of the Day
I played pickleball yesterday and I had a few thoughts on the game as a result of my and my partner’s...
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A New Day A New Junk Fee At A Marriott Hotel
A New Day A New Junk Fee At A Marriott Hotel
Our friends at View From the Wing reported on a new trend emerging at some Marriott properties, leaving...
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Heading to the Windmills? Zaanse Schans Introduces New Tourist Tax
Heading to the Windmills? Zaanse Schans Introduces New Tourist Tax
If you are traveling to Amsterdam, a great day trip is to Zaanse Schans.  The town is a quick 32...
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Unveiling the Truth: Do Hotels Falsely Advertise King Beds?
Unveiling the Truth: Do Hotels Falsely Advertise King Beds?
I read an interesting article on Reddit regarding Hyatt Beds being mislabeled.  You a luxurious...
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Lost Your Valuables? Steps to Take After a Robbery Abroad
Lost Your Valuables? Steps to Take After a Robbery Abroad
A whole bunch of people saw the American tourist in Venice grab the woman who pickpocketed her by her...
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Shocking News:  Hyundai is Delaying the Opening of the Plant in Georgia
Shocking News:  Hyundai is Delaying the Opening of the Plant in Georgia
I just read this article on Electrek that Hyundai Motor Group will be delaying the construction of its...
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Rule 7(h) -- Ridiculous Pickleball Rule of the Day
Rule 7(h) -- Ridiculous Pickleball Rule of the Day
I was playing pickleball yesterday when my opponent airmailed a shot that hit me by the back fence. ...
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Time to Take the Train to the Plane at JFK
Time to Take the Train to the Plane at JFK
JFK announced that rideshare pickups at Terminal 4, 5 and 7 will be restricted.  For Terminal 4,...
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Beyond the Security Lines: What We Miss About Pre-9/11 Air Travel
Beyond the Security Lines: What We Miss About Pre-9/11 Air Travel
I read this article on Reddit about a passenger wanting to bring his father’s putter on a plane as a...
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Trump Administration Drops Airline Compensation Plan: What It Means for Your Next Flight
Trump Administration Drops Airline Compensation Plan: What It Means for Your Next Flight
According to Reuters, the Trump’s administration will drop a plan by his predecessor to require...
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The Challenges of Traveling with a Baby
The Challenges of Traveling with a Baby
I recently read an article on Reddit.com in which a passenger had their baby stroller gate checked when...
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Orkin Releases 2025 Bed Bug City Rankings, Is Your City On The List
Orkin Releases 2025 Bed Bug City Rankings, Is Your City On The List
Orkin just released it 2025 Top 50 Bed Bug Cities List.  Chicago remains the number one bed bug...
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Why Doesn't American Airlines Care About Its Passengers: Be Careful What Time You Check In for a Flight
Why Doesn't American Airlines Care About Its Passengers: Be Careful What Time You Check In for a Flight
I read an article of View From The Wing describing how a passenger who arrived 50 minutes before his...
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American Airline Planes are Just Dirty and Need to Be Cleaned
American Airline Planes are Just Dirty and Need to Be Cleaned
I found an interesting article on View From The Wing which described a passenger’s experience on American...
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Newsstands are a Thing of the Past
Newsstands are a Thing of the Past
My daughter asked me to pick up some newspapers to commemorate today.  The last time that I bought...
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Don't Let Appearances Fool You: The Surprising Truth About the Dirtiest Spots in Your Hotel Room
Don't Let Appearances Fool You: The Surprising Truth About the Dirtiest Spots in Your Hotel Room
I found an article on Travel and Leisure in which they describe the dirtiest parts of a hotel room. ...
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Pickleball Tip of the Day:  Angles
Pickleball Tip of the Day:  Angles
One of the best tips you can remember in pickleball is the concept that straight lines give straight...
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Who Is Responsible for Theft of a Carry-On Bag?
Who Is Responsible for Theft of a Carry-On Bag?
Interesting Question of the Day:  Is an airline responsible if someone steals your carryon from...
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Is Avis First a Good Idea or a Grab for Money?
Is Avis First a Good Idea or a Grab for Money?
I was reading and saw that Avis has introduced Avis First as a new premium car rental experience. ...
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The Pickleball Dig: A Valuable Shot in Your Arensal That Could Turn the Tide
The Pickleball Dig: A Valuable Shot in Your Arensal That Could Turn the Tide
In honor of it being National Pickleball Day, I wanted to highlight a key defensive pickleball shot that...
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Hotels Adding Junk Fees: How to Avoid Paying for Parking in Non-Urban Areas
Hotels Adding Junk Fees: How to Avoid Paying for Parking in Non-Urban Areas
I saw an article on Reddit regarding the trend for Marriotts charging for parking in non-urban locations. ...
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The Yelp Illusion: Why Top-Rated Restaurants Are Often Overrated Tourist Traps Rather Than Good Restaurants
The Yelp Illusion: Why Top-Rated Restaurants Are Often Overrated Tourist Traps Rather Than Good Restaurants
When you are traveling and want to find a good restaurant, one of the first stops is Yelp.  They...
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Flying Delta with a Stroller? Your Ultimate Guide to Baggage Rules
Flying Delta with a Stroller? Your Ultimate Guide to Baggage Rules
For flying veterans, once you understand the airline rule for flying with kids, it becomes second nature. ...
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Hertz Is Trying Their Best to Alienate their Customer Base
Hertz Is Trying Their Best to Alienate their Customer Base
Hertz has been in the news lately for a few significant issues, primarily centered around customer disputes...
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Timeshare:  What Happens When You Die?
Timeshare:  What Happens When You Die?
We were on a trip to a Marriott property in Mexico and we were offered a significant discount on our...
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