The Sunday Round-Up | October 9, 2022 Good Sunday morning! It's been another busy week in the travel industry and as always, there's a ton of news, stories and of course my tips so scroll down to get all caught up!
Today's Travel Outlook
As of 8:55am PT, there have been only 151 canceled flights to/from or within the United States and 1,229 delayed so it's looking like a good day to fly. Here's a link to the up-to-date stats and a live look at the FAA's National Airspace System Status.
Travel Tips from This Week
Monday:
-My Top 10 Cruise Tips
Tuesday:
-The Love Boat Cast Shares Their Best Cruise Tips
Wednesday:
-Southwest & Hawaiian Airlines Huge Winter Sale (Expired)
-The Emoji Drug Codes Kids Use to Communicate – Canadians Will Be Shocked By the Universal Emoji for Drugs
Thursday:
-Wild Video: The Craziest Thing You’ve Ever Seen on a California Freeway … And That’s Saying Something
Friday:
-Shocking Hidden Camera Video That Will Make You Think Twice About Having Your Hotel Room Cleaned
Saturday:
-Flight Attendant Caught Stealing Bracelet at Security Checkpoint – Here’s How to Protect Your Belongings
-Leo Laporte's The Tech Guy
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— Hilarious: My Flight Delay at J.F.K.
— FAA issues warning about type of seaplane that crashed
— Families seek truth as Airbus, Air France face crash trial
— Marriott’s new $600M headquarters is betting big on the future of the physical office for its hybrid workforce
— Routes: SFO to lose popular United Airlines flight to JFK
— Unlimited caviar and private space: Airlines are playing catch-up by wooing luxury travelers
— Not everyone wants to come to the US. Gun violence, safety concerns are keeping travelers away.
— Twitter users roast Southwest Airlines for giving passengers Ukuleles on flight to Hawaii
— Some parents are choosing to 'worldschool' their kids, traveling from country to country in the process
— Man complains after 23 taxi drivers in Bangkok refuse to serve him
— Leftovers that can make you sick
— Yesterday's TSA checkpoint numbers
The 72 other top travel news stories from this past week!
Travel Deal of the Day
Tilley Endurables Weekend Flash Sale
Weekend flash sale with coupon code VIPOCT15 is valid for apparel and an additional 20% off items in the sale section of the site (www.tilley.com/collections/sale). Not site-wide. Code expires Oct. 10, 11:59pm EDT.
Travel Quote of the Day
“Do not fear going forward slowly; fear only to stand still." ~ Chinese proverb
Travel Tweet of the Day @abc7marccr: Did you catch the pylons at @flyLAXairport lit up in red last night? It's to honor firefighters who have died in the line of duty on National Fallen Fighters Memorial Weekend. ❤️
Travel Video of the Day
Malibu: Rides so long I had to time them. Imagine scoring waves like this with only 3 others out. Watch the video here.
Travel Product of the Year
How Frequent Fliers Track Their Bags When They Travel
Demand for travel is still surging but labor shortages have created chaos for travelers around the globe. One of the many outcomes of the situation: Lost bags. Here's how frequent fliers track their bags when they travel.
Travel Contests
-Win a Grand Prize trip valued up to $35,000 + 350,000 AAdvantage miles added to your AAdvantage® account. (Oct 23)
-Win a seven-night Caribbean cruise for two (Nov 14)
-Win an eight-day Viking river cruise for two (April 30, 2023)
See all contests here
Miles & Points
-Do you know about this travel hack that can get you an extra 5,000 points by transferring points from this hotel to this airline?
-What is the best card to use while traveling? Here are a few options to consider.
-Is this the best place to start when looking for a new credit card? You can get personalized credit offers quickly with this tool: https://bit.ly/3rcv1DU
-There's a new DoorDash credit card on the horizon. Here's what we know so far: https://bit.ly/3BTMpSK
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Travel Tips from Last Week:
Monday:
-Don’t Fall For the Falling Lady Scam
Tuesday:
-Watch: Finally! A Feel-Good Story Aboard Southwest Airlines When Pilot Surprises Passenger
Wednesday:
-15 Things to Know Before Going to The Hollywood Bowl
Thursday:
-Hilarious Video: How to Keep the Seat Next to You Empty on Southwest Airlines or On a Bus or Train
-How to Weather a Hurricane in a Hotel Room
-5 Tips to Help Keep Your Pets Safe in a Hurricane
Friday:
-The Grossest Thing in Your Hotel Room Isn’t What You Think … And Might Even Be Dirtier Than the Toilet
Saturday:
-Bet You Don't Know What an ATM Card Skimmer Looks Like
-Leo Laporte's The Tech Guy
Recent Travel Tips
-10 Ways to Find Cheap Thanksgiving Flights
-2022 Leaf-Peeping: This Fall Foliage Map Helps Travelers Plan Their Autumn Road Trips
-Hate Lines? U.S. State Department Launches Pilot Program to Renew Passports Online
-Every Traveler Who Watches Movies on Their Phone or Tablet Needs This
-American Airlines Eliminates its Best Online Booking Feature
-The Travel Hack Hotels Don’t Want Guests to Know About
-The Best and Worst U.S. Airports for Finding Cheap International Flights
-How to Follow the Private Jets of Your Favorite Celebrities and Sports Teams
-The Time I Met Prince Charles, Princess Kate and Watched Queen Elizabeth Takeoff
-The Secret is Out! According to Google, These are the Best Times to Book Flights
Air Travel
-10 Airport Security Hacks Every Traveler Needs to Know-The Tape Every Traveler Should Pack Is Not Duct Tape
-How to Save Hundreds of Dollars on Already Purchased Airline Tickets
-How To Save $50 on Southwest Airlines Flights
-Maui is Paradise But Their Airport Isn’t - Here’s How to Avoid the Chaos at Kahului Airport
-Don't Travel Without Downloading This App
-15 Tips for Surviving a Long Flight-American Airlines Passenger Caught Stealing $10,000 – Here’s How To Prevent In-Flight Theft
-How to Sit Next to a Celebrity on Your Next Flight -7 Hacks For Getting the Best Coach Seat on a Plane
-How to Make Coach Feel Like First Class
-Don't Try This for the First Time on a Plane-Taylor Swift’s Clever Tip for Flying Southwest Airlines
-Econophobia: Fear of Flying Coach
Family Travel -14 Products to Keep Kids Quiet on a Plane
International Travel -Travel Adapters for International Travel
-DID YOU KNOW: Tylenol and Other Over-the-Counter Drugs Are Illegal in Some Countries?
-12 Things to Know Before Going to Paris
-What Travelers Can Learn from Brittney Griner’s Sentencing in Russia
-The Secret Site Where Users Can Find Global Entry, Nexus and Sentri Appointments
-Don't Get Ripped Off When Traveling Internationally -6 Packing Tips For When You’re Traveling to a Remote Location
-How to Get From Charles de Gaulle Airport to the Eiffel Tower and Paris Travel Tips
-Where to Get the Best Exchange Rate For Leftover Foreign Currency
-3 Things I Always Pack When Traveling Internationally
-12 Passport Tips that Will Save You Time, Money and Headaches
-Which Trusted Traveler Program Is Right For You?
Cruising-An Important Travel Tip for Cruise and Tour Group Passengers
Road Trips/Car Rentals -The Magical Device Everyone Should Take on a Road Trip
-Road Trip Tips
-9 Ways to Save Money on Gas
-DON'T Do This When You're Driving Because It's Just Not Worth It-One of the Worst Decisions Travelers Can Make
-15 Tips To Renting A Car -Two Great Things to Keep in the Car For Road Trips
-How To Prevent Car Rental Companies From Ripping You Off
-The Quick Way Thieves Are Trying To Ruin Your Trip
-How To Find Cheap Parking
Lodging
-Hotel Guests Racing to Secure Lounge Chairs is Insane. But the Big Question is: Why Do Hotels Allow It?
-How to Connect Safely and Securely to Hotel or Rental WiFi
-Don’t Fall For These Hotel Scams
-The First Thing You Should Do When You Check into a Hotel Room
-The 5 Questions I Always Ask Hotel Front Desk Agents
-My Terrifying Hotel Fire Experience and Tips I Learned from It
-3 Ways to Get a Refund on a Nonrefundable Hotel Room
-Travel Hack: How to Quietly Shut Your Hotel Room Door to Sneak Out
Popular Stories -5 Tips For Traveling With Medications-Mugged in Europe: Tips To Help You Travel Safe
-10 Things You Don’t Need to Pack
-Fallen Soldier on My Delta Flight
Good To Know
-If You Use Apps When You Travel Don't Make This Rookie Mistake
-The Super Cool iPhone Feature You Didn't Even Know You Had
-Don’t Forget to Do This Every Time You Check Out of a Hotel/Rental
-Why I Always Travel With These
-Bet You Don't Know What an ATM Skimmer Looks Like
-How To Check Hospitalization Numbers
-How to Use Your Phone As a Remote Control
-Do This to Avoid Long Lines When You Travel ... And at Home
Safety/Health
-What I Keep In My Carry-On First Aid Kit
-Get Rid of Bug Bites Naturally With the Bug Bite Thing
-ALWAYS Leave This At Home When You Travel
-The Portable Air Purifier I Now Travel With to Ensure Clean Air -My Funniest Travel Experience Underscores Why You Should Always Do This in Your Hotel Room-What I Now Pack When Traveling To Fend Off Dehydration
-How to Find a Doctor While Traveling
-How to Save Big On Prescription Drugs at Home and on the Road
-My Somewhat Freakish Travel Habit Might Just Save Your Life
Travel Gadgets/Products -Travel Hack: How to Use Your Wireless Headphones to Watch In-Flight Movies
-Use These to Stay Organized When You Travel
-The Portable Charger You’ll Never Want to Leave Home Without
-How to Remove Beach Tar From Your Feet
-Why You Should Travel with Rain Ponchos
-Don’t Make This Easily Avoidable Privacy Mistake
-Never Sleep Through Your Alarm Again
-Round-Up: Travel Neck Pillows for Better Sleep and a More Comfortable Flight
-The Blackout Sleep Mask Travelers Need
-The Travel Gadget Flight Attendants Never Leave Home Without
Just For Fun
-If You Love Travel and Geography, Then You’ll Love This Wordle-Inspired Game
-How to Watch Huell Howser's Travel Shows
-Hands Down the Best Beach Toy for Kids
-The Best Airplane Toy For Any Kid
Podcast/YouTube
-39 Travel Questions: Samantha Brown
-39 Travel Questions with Josh Gates
-39 Travel Questions with Andrew McCarthy
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Travel Products
Tourists in Bahamas Killed by Carbon Monoxide Poisoning – Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Last month, three American tourists were found dead at a Sandals resort on the island of Exuma in the Bahamas. Autopsy results revealed that carbon monoxide poisoning was the cause. Here's how to protect yourself.
Travel Hack: How To Use Your Wireless Headphones to Watch In-Flight Movies
And if you do invest in a pair of Apple AirPods or already own a pair, you'll want to try this travel hack to wirelessly connect them to the airplane's inflight entertainment system. Read more here.
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