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  • Aerial view of Branson, Missouri
    By Jen Theriault 2 months ago

    The Most Affordable Airport For 2025 Is Tucked Away In The Ozarks With Family-Friendly Charm And Surreal Beauty

    The nation's cheapest airport to fly into in 2025 is hiding in the Ozarks, and it's surrounded by scenic views and family-friendly attractions.

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  • A man stands at an airport with a jacket and a carry-on bag in his hand at an unidentified airport
    By Christine Pickering 2 months ago

    Does A Garment Bag Count As A Carry On Or A Personal Item?

    Traveling with a garment bag? It’s not always obvious whether it counts as a carry-on or personal item. Here's what frequent flyers should know.

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  • Airplane seat on Southwest Airlines
    By Bridget Gleeson 2 months ago

    Southwest's Most Iconic And Unique, Decades-Old Feature Is Coming To An End

    Love it or hate it, this iconic policy on Southwest Airlines is coming to an end, and likely for good, as the carrier navigates the modern world of aviation.

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  • TSA Agent with facial scanning Machine
    By Jessica Fisher 2 months ago

    Everything You Need To Know About The New TSA PreCheck Touchless ID

    If you have TSA PreCheck, you may now be able to pass through airport security even more easily than before, thanks to TSA's new Touchless ID option.

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  • Worried female traveler waiting with her luggage outside
    By Lisandra Moor 2 months ago

    Travelers Are Booking Dream Vacations On Installment Payment Plans, But There's One Big Downside

    Installment payment plans are becoming more common, especially amongst younger travelers who do not have disposable income –– but there's one catch.

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  • Man sitting inside an airport VIP lounge
    By Ana Herrera 2 months ago

    Travelers At Las Vegas Will Soon Have A Clandestine And Stylish New Lounge To Unwind

    Las Vegas flyers will soon get access to a speakeasy-inspired airport lounge designed for quick, upscale preflight relaxation, thanks to American Express.

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  • The sign to an airplane toilet
    By Michael Barthelemy 2 months ago

    Ever Wonder How Toilets On Airplanes Actually Work?

    Airplane toilets — they're tiny, gross, and most people would rather not think about them for too long. But have you ever wondered how they work? Find out here.

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  • A woman looking out an airport window and watching a plane take off
    By Jenna Kelley 2 months ago

    This Lovely Southern Airport Was Ranked The Most Family-Friendly In America (Here's Why It Stands Out)

    Traveling with kids can be a challenge, but some airports make it easier than others. One airport in the South was ranked the most family friendly in the US.

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  • Airplane and contrail
    By Ana Herrera 2 months ago

    Ever Wonder Why Some Airplanes Leave White Lines In The Sky?

    Airplanes sometimes leave white lines in the sky, called contrails. But what's the science behind why they form, and are they good for the environment?

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  • Traveler packing tiny travel bottles
    By Mina Elwell 2 months ago

    TSA Teases Ditching Its Long-Standing 3-Ounce Liquid Rule

    There are reasons to believe that the TSA is considering ditching its long-standing 3-ounce liquids in carry-on bags rule as CT scanner technology improves.

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  • A smiling family pushing their bag trolley at the airport.
    By Ben M Stower 2 months ago

    TSA's New Campaign Aims To Make Flying With Kids Less Painful

    Flying with kids just got easier. See how TSA's latest effort streamlines airport security so families can travel with less stress and hassle.

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  • Baggage on a baggage carousel at the airport
    By Jenna Busch 2 months ago

    The Viral TikTok Luggage Hack To Avoid Utilizing (Airport Staff Will Completely Ignore It)

    While placing a "fragile" sticker on your luggage may seem like a great idea, it'll still take a beating. Here's what to do instead to keep your baggage safe.

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  • United Airlines jet landing at Newark Liberty Airport at golden hour with the Lower Manhattan skyline in the background
    By Natasha Bernstein 2 months ago

    What To Know About Dangerous Airport And Airline Cyberattacks, And Why They're On The Rise

    There are several important reasons you should be concerned about airport and airline cyberattacks and ways you can protect yourself when traveling.

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  • Seats on an airplane from behind
    By Emily Frantz 2 months ago

    How Budget European Airlines Are Set To Create An Impossible-Sounding 'Standing Room Only' Fare Class

    Several budget European airlines may be looking to increase the number of passengers per flight by adding a low-cost "Standing Room Only" fare.

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  • Female Asian traveler pulling a suitcase past the window at an airport terminal.
    By Annette Richmond 2 months ago

    Iowa's Little Airport With Convenient Local Flight Options Is Known For Friendly Staff And Laid-Back Vibes

    Though its flight options are limited, this tiny, Iowa-based airport is known for being one of the friendliest places the fly out of.

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  • Aerial view of Huntsville International Airport in Huntsville, Alabama
    By Carter Glascock 2 months ago

    Halfway Between Nashville And Birmingham Is A Top-Rated Airport With Short Security Lines And An On-Site Hotel

    In Alabama, world-weary jetsetters can renew their love for travel at a small airport known for its seamless operations and convenient amenities. Find it here.

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  • A man stands in a millimeter wave scanner with his arms raised at a TSA airport checkpoint while a security agent reviews the scan.
    By Johanna Hartford 2 months ago

    An Unavoidable Bodily Function Can Get You Flagged For A Humiliating TSA Pat-Down At The Airport

    Getting flagged at airport security might not be your fault. Here's what travelers should know to avoid extra screening at the TSA checkpoint.

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  • Passengers putting belongings into TSA bins for scanning
    By Michele Gama Sosa 2 months ago

    12 Of The Weirdest Things TSA Has Found And Confiscated

    From reptiles to hidden explosives, here are some of the oddest items passengers have tried to smuggle through TSA and the consequences each traveler faced.

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  • Man carrying a bag in an airport
    By Jenna Busch 2 months ago

    The One Crucial Flight Move Travelers Should Never Skip (Even If They're Checking A Bag)

    Whether or not you're checking a bag during your flight, there's one step you should always remember, and it happens hours before you even board the plane.

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  • Medicine and clothes in opened suitcase
    By Jill Zwarensteyn 2 months ago

    The Most Common Medicines Travelers Need To Pack With Caution For Any International Trip

    Traveling with prescription medications? Learn more about which common medications have special requirements abroad, and which ones are banned completely.

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  • Southwest flights at the gates
    By Molly Harris 2 months ago

    How To Get Priority Boarding On Southwest Airlines With One Simple Tip

    If Southwest Airlines' boarding process stresses you out, gain access to priority boarding and choose your seat earlier with this simple tip.

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  • Two air traffic controllers in tower
    By Jill Zwarensteyn 2 months ago

    A Popular Midwest Airport Has The Most Understaffed Air Traffic Control Tower In America

    Air Traffic Control understaffing has become an issue in the wake of DOGE cuts, and one Midwestern airport is working with less than half the standard staff.

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  • Airport security checkpoint
    By Jill Zwarensteyn 2 months ago

    The Most Frequently Stolen Item At Airports That You Should Be Protecting At All Times

    According to the TSA, this very common item is one of the most frequently stolen at airports. We'll explain how you can protect yourself from theft.

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  • A pair of fight attendants smiling
    By Sanjay Surana 2 months ago

    The 11 Biggest Misconceptions About Flight Attendants, From Responsibilities To Pay

    Some travelers think of flight attendants as just servers on airplanes, but there's a lot to the job that people either don't know or get completely wrong.

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  • Nervous traveler sitting in an airplane
    By Ben M Stower 2 months ago

    Air Passengers With A Serious Fear Of Flying Prefer This Affordable Airline Carrier For One Simple Reason

    Fearful flyers across America swear by this affordable airline for a long list of surprising reasons that help them feel more at ease when they’re in the air.

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  • Woman sleeping on plane wearing a neck pillow
    By Brandy Jo Hastings 2 months ago

    The Viral Method To Help You Fall Asleep Faster And More Soundly On Airplanes

    If you struggle to fall asleep on planes, this viral technique might be your new secret weapon. And, best of all, it only takes a couple of minutes to try.

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  • Person buckling seat belt on a plane
    By Jenna Busch 2 months ago

    Why Flight Attendants Don't Want You To Fall Asleep Unbuckled On An Airplane

    Flight attendants are known to ask passengers to keep their seat belts on when they sleep, and there's an important and practical reason why.

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