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Newark Airport Delays: Causes, Tips, and How to Cope

We have read about the air traffic controllers losing track of planes causing significant traffic delays at Newark International Airport. But is this the truth? In reality, these delays are due to a combination of factors, including an air traffic control staffing shortage, equipment outages, and runway construction. Specifically, a recent equipment failure in the Philadelphia Terminal Radar […]

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Tired of “Carousel Lice”? Tips for Stress-Free Baggage Claim

English / David Brensilber

Air travel can be stressful, and sometimes it feels like we’re all packed into a confined space, vying for limited resources. While we’re all eager to grab our bags and head home after a long flight, the behavior of some passengers at the baggage carousel can add to the chaos. You know who we’re talking

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Is Marriott About to Charge You for a Clean Room?

English / David Brensilber

Back in the day, when you stayed at a hotel, your room would be cleaned and refreshed each day. The bed would be made and fresh towels would be supplied each day. When you stayed at hotel, daily housekeeping was a standard expectation and even a key differentiator from a vacation rental or Airbnb. Ever

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Your Phone at the Border: Are Your Digital Secrets Safe?

English / David Brensilber

I just read an article in the New York Times on how this journalist travels with a burner phone during international travel. He leaves his iPhone home. This raised some interesting thoughts for me. Is there a real risk that border control people will go through all the contents of my phone or is this

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Hotel vs. Airbnb for Travel: Pros, Cons, and How to Decide

English / David Brensilber

I have a trip to Los Angeles in October for 3 nights and I am trying to decide whether I should book an Airbnb or a Hotel for this trip. I have never stayed in an Airbnb so this is kind of a new leap for me. I figured that laying out the pros and

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Hampton Inn: Favorite Story of the Day!

English / David Brensilber

My favorite hotel story of the day, a customer reported that they stayed at the Hampton Inn Dallas-Arlington Entertainment District and there was no soap in the bathroom. Initially, I thought that this customer had an issue with the liquid soap that hotels provide instead of the bar soap that I typically like. But no,

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The Caribbean Bathroom Lowdown: A Traveler’s Survival Guide

English / David Brensilber

Let’s be honest, while visions of turquoise waters and swaying palms dominate our Caribbean daydreams, the practicalities of travel eventually bubble to the surface. And when nature calls in paradise, the quality of the facilities can significantly impact your experience. So, ditch the rose-tinted glasses for a moment, and join me on a lighthearted quest

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Airplane Seat Drama: Squatters, Mistakes, and What to Do

English / David Brensilber

I was on a flight and found someone in my seat. As I approached him, I was annoyed. Thinking that this person wanted a free move from the back of the plane to near the front of plane riled me up!! I was already for a fight to get this seat squatter out of my

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Is This How United Treats Vulnerable Passengers? My Disturbing Experience

English / David Brensilber

I just read a horrible story that happened on a United Airlines flight. Basically, a disabled elderly lady was sitting in first class in the bulkhead where there’s no under-seat storage. She had a small purse and a fully collapsed cane that she needed help putting into the overhead bin. She politely asked the flight

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The Great Outlet Drought: A Major Tech Letdown in Modern Hotels

English / David Brensilber

In our hyper-connected world, where smartphones are our lifelines, tablets our entertainment hubs, and laptops our mobile offices, electrical outlets have become an indispensable amenity. Or should I say a major requirement for an enjoyable stay. Yet, surprisingly, many modern hotels still suffer from a severe case of outlet scarcity, creating a frustrating and often

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