Why does CO think I work for them?
I don’t fly Continental very often, but twice this year I was asked if I worked for the airline after boarding. The first time was on CO Express. I asked for a…
Travel Tip: Don’t forget your debit card!
This is my first trip since before Thanksgiving plus it is international so I made sure I had my passport and my documents so they let me in with no hassle. I…
Friendly Reminder: Check for extra miles before you shop
I know I’m a little late for cyber monday, but before you shop online this holiday season make sure you check your frequent flyer program for their shopping web portal to earn…
Earn Delta MQMs for supporting Charities
Contribute to great Atlanta-based organizations and earn up to 15,000 MQMs. ‘Tis the season of giving, so we want to reward your generosity. Donate at least $250 between December 1 and December…
Travelex to offer Chip/Pin cards for Americans
One of the drawbacks to traveling to Europe and a few other countries is that they have adopted what is known as chip and pin or EMV credit cards. These cards have…
Amtrak to allow guns on trains
A lot of people say that if you don’t like the TSA, then you should take the bus, a train, or drive. The problem is that even though guns have been allowed…
What I want for Christmas: Fozzils
I read the Charlotte Observer and as I was perusing articles they had one with the top gifts for someone who travels. Most of the products I was familiar with, but they…
Security and Terrorism Expert Bruce Schneier: TSA Scans “Won’t Catch Anybody”
I don’t claim to be an expert on security, but Bruce Schneier is and he is against the security theatre our current TSA is. He says pretty much the same thing that…
Charlotte wants to opt out of TSA
http://www.wsoctv.com/news/25855378/detail.html Charlotte Douglas International Airport Director Jerry Orr said he’s wanted a private firm to do security screenings since 2001, when the TSA was created. He named a couple of reasons for…
Funny TSA video that pretty much sums it up
TSA Enhanced Screening Procedures Explained