Traveling with your resistance bands (elastic workout bands) can help you stay on task when working out, even when you’re out of town (and out of the normal routine you keep at home). Resistance bands provide the same kind of resistance that weights do, with the...
Recent Your Travel Questions Posts
Why Do Aircraft Use AM Frequencies Instead of FM? (Explained)
Ever wondered about pilots’ and airport control towers’ communications? What kind of radio communication do they use? Aviation radio traditionally utilizes AM (Amplitude Modulation) for communications instead of FM (Frequency Modulation). The capture effect of FM...
“Most of the Luggage” . . . Is or Are? (Is “Luggage” Singular or Plural?)
You’re taking your luggage. Your black suitcase “IS” over here, but your blue suitcases “ARE” over there. But what about the word “luggage” … is luggage singular or plural? Grammatically speaking, how are you supposed to refer to your luggage? Some words in the...
Can a Small Suitcase Be a Carry-on Item on Your Flight?
Can a small suitcase be a carry-on item on your flight? Every airline has its own policies, and carry-on item allowances are more generous for business and first-class passengers, but most commercial airlines will allow passengers at least one free carry-on item and...
Working as a TSA Agent! (and Hiring Process – 2023)
What’s it like working as a TSA Agent? It was an amazing experience working at TSA, I learned a lot there. Over the years, there were great opportunities to grow within the company, but the leadership was prone to favoritism. If you have good coworkers, the workload...
Can a Small Suitcase Be a Personal Item on Your Flight?
So, can a small suitcase be a personal item on your flight? Carry-on item allowances are more generous for business and first-class passengers, but most commercial airlines will allow passengers at least one free carry-on item (could be a small suitcase)and one free...
What You Need to Know About Fitness Gear and Flying (1 thing to NEVER DO!)
Getting yourself motivated consistently to establish a fitness routine is arguably one of the most difficult aspects of staying fit. Let’s not even talk about expanding your fitness commitment to when you’re traveling. If you want to stay fit while on the road, you...
Can you Cancel One Leg of a Flight to Get Cheaper Airfare?
Some airline passengers have devised what they think is a clever way to save money on airfare: by skipping a leg of your flight. Here’s one example: If you need to fly from Miami to Boston, the direct flight (Miami - Boston) might cost $500. But if you purchase...
Does pocket WiFi work on a plane? (2023)
Does pocket WiFi work on a plane? - On most flights, pocket Wifi will not work on a plane for various reasons. We go into a few of those below. But if you want to use it on the plane you are flying on, you could always call and ask if they will allow you to use your...
Can You Use a Mobile Hotspot On a Plane? (2023)
Do Mobile Hotspot Devices Work on Planes? - It depends on the airline you’re flying with and your mobile hotspot device. Some airlines may allow personal mobile hotspot devices, while others may not. Additionally, some mobile hotspot devices may be able to connect to...
Why is Delta saying I need a Visa? (Explained)
Delta says you need a visa because the country you are traveling to requires one for entry. Visa requirements vary by country and the purpose of your trip. It is important to check the visa requirements for your destination before making travel plans, as failure to...
How Late Can You Check Into A Hotel? (Explained)
Certainly, you’ve witnessed your travel plans "go south" before because of travel delays, late airline connections, bad weather, car problems, etc. You shouldn’t be surprised when things go wrong as you travel. Sometimes you even need to check in late to your hotel....