Did you know that more than 12,000 laptops get left in U.S. airports a week?! (According to a 2008 study of 106 airports in 49 states.) Approximately 7% are lost in restaurants, 9% in restrooms, 23% at departure gates and a whopping 40% are left at security checkpoints. I am sure many of these get […]
Travel Tips 101: How to Eat Local While Traveling
McDonalds is a unhealthy cop-out for food when traveling. Fast food might be comfortable when you don’t know the area. But let me stop you right there! You might be missing out on the best fresh meal of your life! There are lots of online resources to help find the best local produce no matter […]
Travel Tips 101: Avoid EXTRA screening at TSA Security
Everyone that flies for travel has to go through the security checkpoint. The TSA (ugh!) are required to do random checks on bags, shoes and people. Even if there isn’t a problem. These checks are unavoidable, there is nothing you can do about them! In fact, even when I am in uniform and rushing to […]
Travel Tip 101: Your zipper is open!
Don’t pack everything in your checked luggage! It is important to carry at least one outfit with you in a carry on bag. Believe me, you will be thankful for doing so when your luggage gets ‘lost’ for 3 days! Also, always carry your crucial items with you (wallet, identification, travel documents, keys, cell phone, […]
Travel Tips 101: Make A Vacation Holiday Budget
Everyone travels differently. Different destinations, different time periods, different lifestyles, different objectives. It is so great that everyone has different ideas about taking holidays. Some people would love taking the family on a farming vacation, some singles backpack the world alone in six months and some couples enjoy the all inclusive holidays. No matter what […]
Travel Tips 101: Be ready at TSA Checkpoint
The TSA Security Checkpoint is one of the biggest frustrations of my job (If you hate going through security, imagine doing it everyday like I do, sucky!!) So, to make the TSA Security Checkpoint simpler here are my Travel Tips from a Flight Attendant: Organize your bag in layers (when items a neatly placed, your […]
Travel Tips 101: Arrivals and Departures
Being a flight attendant has taught me many “tricks of the trade”. I am constantly learning new tips and best practices for traveling. My job has great perks and I have had the opportunity to visit lots of countries. Over time I have learned a lot about traveling. Now, I am going to give YOU […]