May 4, 2022 May the Fourth be with you! If you happen to be flying Alaska Airlines today, check out today's fun travel tip. Hint: It involves Star Wars.
Last week, my family and I spent a couple of great days at the Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa (review here) and visited LEGOLAND and the Carlsbad Flower Fields, pictured above.
I was supposed to travel to Connecticut this past weekend to see my dad and attend a party but after reading that COVID rates were surging there, I changed my plans at the last minute. I was really regretting my decision until I found out that multiple people who attended the party have now tested positive for COVID.
There's a good chance I would have brought the virus back to my family so now I'm relieved I didn't go. We're still traveling but we're trying to do so as cautiously as we can by only eating and meeting people outdoors and wearing masks while we're inside crowded areas, including airports and airplanes. As much as we might be over Covid, it seems Covid is not over us.
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But this isn't stopping most Americans from traveling as TSA checkpoint numbers are close to pre-pandemic levels. Rates for hotels and prices for airfares have, in most cases, surpassed 2019 numbers. Demand is high and staffing issues will continue to wreak havoc on schedules and prices so buckle up. Here's my advice for minimizing the chaos of traveling this summer and here's my advice on finding cheap flights.
Spirit Airlines Rejects JetBlue’s Offer Even After They Sweeten the Deal
The big travel news this week is Spirit Airlines rejecting JetBlue's offers. That's right, they upped the ante but Spirit still said no. JetBlue needs to focus on getting their own operations in check before they try to expand. Here's the 411.
Move Over Singapore Airlines – Qantas Just Announced Plans for the New Longest Flights in the World
The other big travel story is that Qantas announced multiple ultra long-haul flights and all three will be the new longest flights in the world. Here’s what you need to know.
FBI Says Sexual Assault on Planes is Increasing - Here's How to Protect Yourself
While driving over the weekend, I was flipping through the local FM radio stations when a story caught my attention. It was about how sexual assault on airplanes is increasing. The program host was interviewing an FBI Special Agent who gave all kinds of tips to keep you and your loved ones safe while flying. Read the post here.
Today's Travel Tip
May the Fourth Be With You! How Star Wars Fans Can Get Priority Boarding on Alaska Airlines
Great news for Star Wars fans who just happen to be flying on Alaska Airlines today. May 4, 2022. Here's why.
Travel Product of the Week
Travel Product of the Week: Portable Charger
This portable charger is a fan favorite! Plus, it's the one item flight attendants say they never leave home without. Check it out here and check out other great Mother's Day gift ideas here. | 
