by Maria Scinto, eHow editor
Air travel has been around since the Wright Brothers first took off from Kitty Hawk in 1903 - so you think they'd have worked out all the bugs by now. Well, no method of travel is entirely glitch-free, but here are a few tips to help you on the fly.
When purchasing airplane tickets, travelers can save money by hunting for cheap fares. The best cheap plane tickets can be found in a variety of ways and using a variety Read More
Traveling is not exactly a cheap pastime, but with a little bit of time and effort, travelers can save a lot of money on airfare. Finding discounts and looking for low-cost Read More
The thicket of air miles cards available to consumers is bewildering for first-time applicants. Cards offered by banks differ greatly from air miles cards presented by Read More
Air travel causes a great deal of anxiety for many travelers. The fear of the unknown causes some passengers to consider all of the mechanical, natural and manmade errors Read More
Pretzels, alcohol, overprocessed food: while traveling might be good for your soul, getting to your destination could be hazardous to your diet! Here is a quick and easy Read More
With new air travel rules that charged $25 to check a second bag of luggage, and $100 for a third suitcase, the need to travel lightly has definitely become more urgent. Read More
These are not halcyon days for the air traveler. Cutbacks in the airline industry, overcrowding at hub airports and a stressed air traffic control system have put heavy Read More
When you are traveling, you never know when there might be a heightened travel alert. Try to stay on top of the news and comply with any requests made by the Transportation Read More
The government considerably tightened security at airports following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The TSA implemented additional policies concerning Read More
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) implemented new rules for carrying liquids onto a plane after finding liquid explosives on a flight. Following these Read More
Airplane travel can be stressful for even the most seasoned travelers. People about to take a first airplane flight may find it both exciting and nerve-wracking. By Read More
Airplane travel can be crazy and hectic enough without you having to worry about what you’re wearing onto the plane. Unfortunately you do have to think a little bit Read More
Some of us are better in the air than others. The key to stress-free airplane travel is as simple as following a few frequent flyer recommendations. You'll soon be as chill Read More
Traveling on an airplane is forced personal time--you have no choice but to sit quietly for hours. People who fly often develop efficient ways to pass the time and be Read More
When a busy travel schedule keeps you from exercising or leaves you feeling restless and stiff, it's time to get creative. Try these simple exercises the next time you're Read More
Those who travel often know an airplane is a great place to pick up a virus. Recirculated air, cramped quarters, and those tiny airplane bathrooms--it all adds up to one Read More
The avid photographer has a great opportunity when traveling by air. It is challenging to take good photos from an airplane window seat, but with the right camera, the Read More
A long airplane trip can be taxing on your mind and your body. Being prepared and knowing how to maximize your comfort level can greatly increase the chances of a nice, Read More
Flying is the quickest and easiest way for people to travel, but it is important to know how to handle yourself in an airplane emergency. There are many simple steps you Read More
Traveling can be a tiresome and frustrating experience for many. Airplanes have given people the opportunity to travel longer distances in shorter amounts of time. The Read More
Pregnancy can make air travel awkward and uncomfortable, but there are some simple ways to make your trip more comfortable. Here are some ideas to make your flight more Read More
Traveling by airplane is the quickest and most convenient way for most people to travel. For many, an airplane is the only way to travel to a destination. However, Read More
Traveling with young children can be a challenging experience. With airplane travel becoming more popular, many families are finding themselves flying with babies. With Read More
Traveling by air can most certainly be a tiresome experience for an adult. Add a child to the mix and you may have a very long and stressful day. However, with a little Read More
Different children respond to airplanes differently, but for many families, the prospect of taking a toddler on an airplane is enough to send shivers down the parents' Read More
Traveling by air can be complicated but can become even more so when you travel with a pet by air. Traveling with a pet by air is not recommended by most animal Read More
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