September 23, 2021

Happy first full day of fall! Growing up in Connecticut, this day used to bum me out but here in California, it feels like anything but fall. It was 108F in Palm Springs. Insane, right?

What I Will Always Pack From Now On
I didn't send a travel tip newsletter yesterday because I wasn't feeling great. I'm not sure if it was the change of climate here in Palm Springs, dehydration or the air conditioning filter where I'm staying but my asthma started acting up and it's been a while since that's happened.

My buddy, former travel writer and Palm Springs resident Chris McGinnis brought over this mysterious product and I think it really helped so I just ordered a bunch more to pack in my carry-on. 

The Smoothie I Always Drink Before I Travel + 40% Off Vitamix (Limited-Time Sale)
My wife wrote this post about the smoothie she always makes for us before we head to the airport to make sure we're full and not ravenous on a busy travel day. Plus, if you're looking for a new blender, you'll definitely want to check out this very limited time only sale from Vitamix. Read the story.

TODAY'S TRAVEL TIP
On Monday, I sent out my daily travel tip newsletter (you can subscribe here) within minutes of the news being leaked that the USA is finally lifting travel restrictions on international travelers.

The reason I sent it so fast, besides the fact that it’s huge news for families, businesses and travelers, is because I wanted to warn readers that if they’re looking for low fares or a particular seat on international flights, then now is the time to buy. Here's why. 

Credit Card Offers For Travelers
New Limited Time Offer! These Marriott credit cards are offering bonuses of up to 125,000 points AND 2 bonus Free Night Awards, plus so much more.

When to Stay at An Airport Hotel
Airport hotels aren't usually a traveler's first choice for obvious reasons but they do serve a purpose. This is a great reason to stay at one to make your travels easier, smoother and less stressful. Read the story.
 
12 Things in Travel You Need to Know Today
— Yesterday's TSA checkpoint numbers
— LAX to pilot earthquake early warning system
— Hilton CEO: Business travel demand will eclipse 2019 levels in 3 years
— The U.S. is lifting its travel ban. Who is allowed to visit?
— Iconic Bay Area restaurant postpones reopening
— Airbus confident of delivering hydrogen-powered aircraft by 2035 as it looks to address climate change
— United says more than 97% of U.S. employees are vaccinated
— The new Air Force One may not be ugly 
— Florida clears way for Miami-Dade’s highway through Everglades wetlands
— US to end travel bans for vaccinated passengers
— Montserrat's audacious tourism experiment during the Coronavirus pandemic
— Video of Canary Island volcano eruption: thousands sent fleeing
— This little California beach town is the best place to see the rgeat Monarch Butterfly migration
(Read it all here in today's travel news round-up as well as the 84 other top travel news stories from the past seven days!)

My Dad's COVID Update
The latest update, for those of you who have been asking or are interested, is at the bottom of this page.

Travel Contests
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Last Week's Travel Tips/News
-Renting Out an Entire Movie Theatre is Cheaper Than You Think
-The Essential Email Reminder Service I Use To Manage My Life
-American Airlines Flagship Lounges Are Reopening And They're Now Selling Day Passes
-And The Best Hotel In The World Is ... 
-Plan Your Leaf-Peeping Trip With This Fall Foliage Map
-Car Seat Tips For Keeping Your Children Safe
-The Most Unreliable Airline in North America?

More Tips
-The Real Reason Flight Attendants Tell Passengers To Hold On To Their Phones During Takeoff and Landing
-The Quickest Way to Get In and Out of LAX 
-A New Vaccination Requirement All Travelers Must Consider
-How To Make Sure the TSA PreCheck Checkmark is On Your Boarding Pass
-9 Tips For Avoiding COVID-19 On Planes and In Airports 
-How to Never Miss A Wake-Up Call Again
-This Travel Tip Will Save You a Ton of Money and Aggravation
-Sadly, It's That Time Again: Where to Buy N95 and KN95 Masks
-Too Soon To Start Holiday Shopping? Maybe Not 
 
The Anti-Fog Wipes For Your Glasses That Actually Work
I've received multiple emails and comments thanking me for the recommendation because the wipes actually work! Just be sure to buy the anti-fog wipes. Find the links here.

In Case You Missed It  
Air Travel Tips
-8 Ways to Make Sure an Airline Doesn't Lose Your Bag ... And That You Don't Get Robbed or Stalked
-How to Speed Through Airport Security
-How To Find Out If The TSA PreCheck Lane Will Be Open
-How To Reach an Airline's Reservations Agent Without Waiting
-My Number 1 and 2 Travel Tips

Road Trip Tips
If you're planning a road trip, then be sure to follow these tips:
-3 Ways To Save Money on Gas
-How to Prevent Road Trip Theft
-15 Tips For Renting A Car in 2021
-How To Prevent Car Rental Companies From Ripping You Off

10 Air Travel Pet Peeves and What You Can Do About Them
After my flights last month, I was reminded of some of my top pet peeves while flying. Here they are, plus what you can do about them. What are yours? Leave a comment and let me know!

Safety
-10 Things to Have in Case of an Emergency
-How To Always Have Clean Water
-The Pocket Thermometer You Should Never Leave Home Without
-Life-Saving Car Emergency Tips 
-5 Places an Infectious Diseases Doctor Begs You Not to Go
-My Somewhat Freakish Travel Habit Might Just Save Your Life