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.
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.
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Why hidden airline fees are about to get worse
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If you’re standing in line at the airport, don’t do this!
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That’s it! We need to stop pets from flying*
Leaving your pet at home while you take a vacation makes sense not only for your dog or cat but also for you.