Blacklisted by a travel company? Here’s how to avoid it — and what to do if you’re banned
If you’re banned by a travel company, how do you get unbanned? It’s happening to more people than ever. Here’s what to do.
On Travel
On Travel is a weekly consumer travel column that offers information and advice for people planning a business or leisure trip. The feature started in USA Today in 2013 and is now nationally syndicated.
Luggage lies: Baggage trackers don’t always work!
If you think having a baggage tracker will prevent your luggage from getting lost, think again. Here’s why AirTags or Tiles fail.
Please, let’s get rid of these obsolete hotel amenities!
Why is travel filled with obsolete hotel amenities? Because many hotels don’t listen to their guest — and they want to make more money.
Flight delay dilemma: Should I sleep on the airport floor?
If your flight is delayed — I mean, really delayed — should you just sleep on the airport floor?
This is how to travel during El Nino
Last month, the National Weather Service issued an El Nino advisory, predicting the unusual warming of surface waters in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Here’s how to make sure it doesn’t affect your next trip.
Stop switching airline seats! Here’s why you should stay put
Someone has to say it, so I will: Please, stop trying to switch airline seats. Here’s why — and how you can still get a decent seat.
Holiday travel advice: It’s not too late to book!
Good news: It’s not too late to book a trip for the holidays. Prices are falling and there’s still availability — if you know where to look.
This cruise mistake could really cost you
If you’re thinking of taking a cruise soon, there’s a little-known mistake that could really cost you. Here’s how to avoid it.
Why is Amtrak always so late?
Anyone who travels by train in the United States knows the feeling of being late. But what’s behind the problem — and how do you fix Amtrak?
No, it’s not safe to travel — unless you do this now
The frenetic summer travel season is a fading memory. The pandemic lockdowns and masking requirements are history. But guess what? It’s still not safe to travel, according to experts.