I’ve noted before that drones are causing interesting aviation issues.  For example, a low-flying drone in Vegas violated FAA regulations. And the FAA’s new $5,000,000,000 system did not account for drones as an aircraft type. But this is a case in which drones can actually be dangerous. According to the …

I purchased some alcohol while traveling recently and was surprised when I was told by a TSA agent that I needed a receipt for all of my alcoholic purchases in order to check my bag.  I asked him who looked at the receipt and whether it needed to be on my …

The New York Daily News reports that a couple was arrested during an attempt to join the mile high club. They attempted to cover up the act by draping a coat across their laps despite the fact that the woman (who was on top) was also completely topless. My two …

I’ve come across another strange Hyatt booking bug. I think it only happens in Chrome, but I keep trying to book award stays that never go through.  When I click *book*, it says my session has timed out. I think I found a common thread to whenever I have this …

Just a note that when using American miles, US Airways Elites do not get the same benefits they do when using US Airways miles. Any fees, such as late ticketing or redeposit, that would be waived as a US Airways elite are not waived when you use your American miles. This …

The last time I bought something that could charge through EmPower, it cost me almost $100. Meh.com, the new site by the Woot.com original founder, has a mobile device charger that works on AC/EmPower/Car-Cigarette Lighter for only $6. What I really like about this, other than the price, is it …

Do you feel like you are facing delay after delay on your flights lately?  Do you just wish that you knew which airlines are more reliable?  Statista.com just put out an infograph that shows the most punctual airlines in the world. Out of all the airlines in the world, airBaltic tops …

Just a warning that if you use gift cards to fulfill your AmEx Platinum Arline $200 Credit each year, do not select US Airways this year. US Airways has quietly discontinued their gift cards, so make sure you select American Airlines before the end of January.   And remember, if you forget …

Jetsetr passes along this tip to us: Was looking at the UA WiFi page (almost an oxymoron in and of itself), and noticed a strange ad in the upper right corner. The ad was so poor in terms of readability, that it actually made me a bit more curious: So …

When returning my last Rent the Runway outfit, I realized I could have made a costly mistake.  (For information on what Rent the Runway is and on renting designer dresses for travel, click here.) My Rent the Runway dress was due to be returned at noon on a Saturday.  As …