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08/18/2026

Many people can be forgetful when going through TSA when heading for a flight--in fact, air travelers leave almost $1,000,000 in change and currency in bins at TSA annually. And then there are thefts and filthy bins to worry about. Here's a list of 7 items never to put loose in a TSA bin. https://buff.ly/0UFi9uz

I have seven important items that should never be tossed into a TSA bin loose, where they could be easily stolen or forgotten. TSA (Transportation Security Administration) estimates that between 90,000 to 100,000 items are left behind at security checkpoints every month in U.S. airports. Cell phones...

08/11/2026

The photographic ability of smartphones comes in very handy when traveling and not just to take scenic views. The recommendation is to document the appearance and condition of hotel rooms, cruise ship cabins and rental cars, plus luggage before and during every trip to combat false claims and get owed compensation. https://buff.ly/IcU6LhC

Travelers need to video and photograph their hotel room, cruise ship cabin, rental car and luggage when they travel to combat false claims and get the right compensation for lost, stolen or damaged luggage. When most people think of travel photography or even documentary travel photography they thin...

08/06/2026

Have the recent norovirus outbreaks on cruise ships made you wary of taking a cruise? Our readers weigh in.

08/06/2026

An increasing number of merchants accept only credit cards or electronic payments. Even children at lemonade stands take Venmo these days! So yeah, most of the time not having cash works out. But as a regular traveler, there are two times when cash really does make a difference. Learn more. https://buff.ly/pBN9I2Q

Facing a cashless world when you travel? Here are tips when you a credit card only world and you need cash in your pocket.

08/05/2026

The FBI advises cruise passengers who are assaulted, kidnapped, or sexually assaulted at sea to report the crime right away. But the FBI left out one detail: there’s a pretty good chance it never becomes public, never gets prosecuted and nothing changes. Learn why. https://buff.ly/KaE5HBx

The FBI wants cruise crime stats. Then what? The government wants FBI cruise crime stats. But the system is built so almost no one ever hears them. The FBI has a message for you: As summer vacation season kicks off, cruise passengers who are assaulted, kidnapped, or sexually assaulted at sea should....

08/03/2026

So far in 2026, there have been 17 documented selfie-deaths in the world, most in India, with one in the U.S. Selfie-related deaths, especially from falls and drowning, are a serious public health issue. It’s time for everyone to use their commonsense and intelligence when making selfies. Here are four selfie rules of conduct and self-preservation. https://buff.ly/svVMheW

The popularity of selfies for social media continues to grow. “Death by selfie” has killed hundreds due to highly risky behavior too often taken to make the “perfect” selfie for social media. As a professional photographer, I love a good selfie, though for me they are really self-portraits. ...

07/30/2026

If you're heading out of the U.S. and don't want to rack up an enormous cell phone bill, read on. There are many ways to avoid charges or to definitely reduce them and there are also apps that all international travelers should have. Learn more.

Avoid a major bill shock when using your mobile phone internatially. All cell phone companies have ways to save when traveling.

07/29/2026

Do you feel people would behave better during flights if there was a dress requirement?

Our readers do not.

07/28/2026

To reserve a hotel room a credit card guarantee is almost always mandatory. And, promising payment does mean the hotel should hold the room, no matter how late the arrival — but “should” is the operative word. If there might be an unusual delay, always, always contact the property. https://buff.ly/FCUKaud

Guaranteed late arrival isn't guaranteed. Though a credit card guarantee is almost always mandatory, a late arrival guarantee is not so.

07/27/2026

Norovirus is highly contagious and causes vomiting and diarrhea and norovirus victims can spread the disease even a week or two after they feel better. There were 4 outbreaks on the National Geographic Sea Bird within about 2 months. Why did it take so long for the CDC to halt the ship’s sailings? https://buff.ly/kM0FhZu

4 sea bird norovirus outbreak cruises in 2 months until the CDC said, "No more." If Congress has acted earlier, the virus could be defeated.