John Parker
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How Safe Is Flying in Turbulence? The Complete Guide
How safe is flying in turbulence? The quick and simple answer to this is that it is absolutely safe. In most cases, the turbulence you might experience is likely to be no worse than driving in a car down a bumpy road. Actually, that is a pretty good analogy because the aircraft is flying through…
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How Air Travel Has Changed in the Last 40+ Years – for The Worst!
As much as I hate to admit it, and believe me, I really do hate to admit it, I am getting on a bit. During my life I have traveled to many places around the world both on business and for pleasure. Unfortunately, sometimes it is hard to see the pleasure in the actual traveling…
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My 7 Most Memorable Flights – Good and Bad Flight Experiences
Perhaps I have just been lucky as I have never had any really bad flight experiences in all the years I have been traveling. I have never been in an emergency, fortunately, and I have never been stranded anywhere due to delays and cancelled flights. But a few experiences I have had do stick out…
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What Happens When Someone Calls You on Airplane Mode?
Airplane mode, often referred to as flight mode, is a setting available on most smartphones and tablets. This feature disables the device’s cellular radio, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth—communication functions that could interfere with an aircraft’s communication and navigation systems according to aviation regulations. This precaution stems from guidance by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to ensure…
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Swiss Airlines Review
Swiss Airlines is known for its amazing service, region-inspired cuisine, and beautiful cabin design. As a member of the Star Alliance, travelers also have the opportunity to earn and redeem miles when flying with Swiss. With a good reputation, Swiss Airlines is a first choice for many flying internationally. To help you decide whether Swiss…
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Best Travel Accessories For Women
You might think that there’s nothing worse than being en route to your vacation, when you suddenly start panicking, thinking that you’ve forgotten something – even when you planned ahead, made a list, and took your time packing everything. But there is something worse. When you are en route to your vacation, and you see…
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Best Airlines To Fly To Europe
Europe is full of famous places packed to the brim with culture and history, so it’s no surprise why you would want to book a getaway there. It is also quite different from what we’re used to in America, so it’s good to want to explore new places with different social norms and values to…
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Best Lightweight Luggage For International Travel
There are a lot of things to consider when choosing luggage for international travel. It needs to withstand handling, has good capacity, be easy to maneuver and of course, be lightweight. You will also want luggage that is practical, stylish, and with useful features. So how do you choose the best lightweight luggage for international…
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Delsey Luggage Review (Overview of 4 Best Luggage)
You want a suitcase that can handle the demands of your packing while offering you something easy to store, so perhaps Delsey, a French luggage brand, could be just what you’re looking for, as they have a wide selection of cases and bags to choose from. That’s all great, but how do you know the…
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Do I Need a Passport to Go to Hawaii?
Let’s face it, it is human nature to dream of jumping on a plane and jetting away. When you’re sitting at your desk doing your day’s work, you might dream of the golden beaches and crystal clear waters of Hawaii. But to get there, you’ll need a passport. Or will you? One of the perks…