19 Things to Pack for Long Border Lines ✈ The Sunday Round-Up

It's hard to believe we're already through the first week of November. As predicted, our Halloween decorations are now in storage and believe it or not, our Christmas decorations are up in full force. I love Christmas but my wife and kids have taken it to the next level since the pandemic started. Especially last year, everyone just needed something to celebrate. I'm okay with it because I'm the kind of guy who picks his battles and if this is the worst thing my wife does, I'm one lucky man. But I did have to put a kibosh on Alvin and The Chipmunks singing Jingle Bells on Alexa. 😂

It was another busy week in the travel industry with a mixed bag of news so scroll down for all the travel news stories of the week as well as all of my travel tips from the week. But first:

You Won't Believe What Industry Insiders Are Predicting Border Wait Times to Be
When the US border opens to international travelers tomorrow, it's going to be messy. This is what industry insiders are telling travelers to expect.

19 Must-Have Items to Pack for Long Border Wait Times
If you or someone you know is going to be in one of those long lines, these are 19 things you should have on you to make the most of a bad situation. Read the story.

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The Sunday Round-Up | November 7, 2021