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Airline Complaints Drop in April 2018, Rise in May
Just like airplanes, airline complaints are going up and down. For the most part, airlines are continuing to improve their baggage handling rates and reducing the number of canceled flights, which is leading to fewer complaints from passengers. Thanks to new baggage...
Which U.S. Airlines Have the Most Economy Class Legroom?
Have you noticed your personal space is shrinking on flights? You're not imagining things. The space between your seat and the seat in front of you is getting smaller (or maybe a little bigger), depending on your airline. Over time the average seat pitch — the...
The Dirtiest Place in the Airport is Not What You Think
Often thought of as the filthiest of places, an airport public restroom may not necessarily be the dirtiest place in the airport. What could be worse? Security bins? Ticket counters? The place where you and thousands of other travelers have to take your shoes off?...
Business Travel
Travel Wardrobe Essentials For Women
Vacations can provide travelers with a much-needed escape from the stressors and distractions from the real world. But between synchronizing vacation days, arranging hotel stays, and purchasing plane tickets, preparing for the vacation may give you more stress than...
How Can Airports and Airlines Use Wearable Technology To Enhance Passenger Experience?
Today’s travelers are more connected to technology than ever before. From smartphones that stay glued to our hands, to smart watches such as the Pebble and Samsung Gear, and even to what we see with Google Glass, the modern traveler is permanently intertwined with...
Is Common Sense In Travel Dead?
When you’re traveling or on vacation, you want to feel relaxed and at home. When you feel relaxed and at home, you let your guard down, and things can get stolen. When things get stolen, your vacation becomes a nightmare, and you've lost hundreds if not thousands of...
Family Travel
Bring This, Not That: Tablets vs. Laptops
Once only carried by business travelers, laptops and tablets have now become a "must bring" item in many travelers' luggage, and for obvious reasons. Not only do laptops and tablets make it easier for us to stay in touch while away, but they also serve as a versatile...
Airlines Promise to Return Civility, But It’ll Cost You
Once again, airlines are charging their customers new fees in an effort to boost revenue. If you're getting ready to roll your eyes, not so fast – once you hear some of the perks that accompany these optional fees, you may be more than willing to fork over the extra...
How To Travel Like a Pro
While traveling can be an enriching, wonderful, life changing experience, it can also be stressful, especially if you're not well prepared. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, there are certain things you can do to ensure your trip goes as smoothly as...
Road Warrior
Travel Tips For Germany
No tour of Europe would be complete without a visit to Germany. From the breathtaking beauty of the Alps to the quiet majesty of the Black Forrest to the classic architecture of Berlin, Munich and Hamburg, "Deutschland" has much to offer. With its population of 81...
What Luggage Is Best For Car Trips?
Over these last several months, we've chronicled how Travelpro rollaboards meet the varied needs of air travelers. For international business travelers and vacationing families alike, we've illustrated how our lightweight, durable bags maximize travel enjoyment by...
When In Rome … Tips For Traveling In Italy
I've had the good fortune of visiting Italy many times, and highly recommend touring this beautiful and historic land. And, "when in Rome" (or anywhere else in this spectacular country), do as the savvy travelers do. First and foremost, you'll want to sample — and...
Travel Tips
Which Seats Should You Avoid on Planes
For some, it's the middle seat. For others, it's any seat anywhere near the lavatory. For others, it’s aisle seats or the seats in front of the exit row. Which seats should you try to avoid, or which ones should you try to get? SmarterTravel.com gave a few pointers on...
How to Protect Your Information at a Hotel
It's the same words we hear from friends and loved ones whenever we're headed out on yet another trip. "Be safe," they advise. "Have a safe flight." What about once we arrive at our destination? There's a lot we can and should do to keep ourselves safe once we arrive...
Airlines Working to Eliminate Jet Lag
Wouldn't it be wonderful if Elon Musk's Hyperloop train existed right now, and could travel from New York to LA in 45 minutes? We would never experience any of the ill effects of time zone travel. While jet lag still exists because the Hyperloop doesn't, airlines and...
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