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JohnnyJet

29 Aug 2025, 11:03

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9 Ways to Save Money on Gas This Labor Day Weekend

Good news! GasBuddy and AAA are forecasting that average gas prices this Labor Day weekend will fall to $3.15 per gallon—14 cents lower than last year and the lowest since... The post 9 Ways to Save Money on Gas This Labor Day Weekend appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

28 Aug 2025, 16:25

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Airline Changed Your Flight? You Should Be Able to Use it to Your Advantage

I recently wrote a tip about how to get your money back in full instead of a trip credit when an airline issues a travel waiver. Another tip I have... The post Airline Changed Your Flight? You Should Be Able to Use it to Your Advantage appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

28 Aug 2025, 13:01

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The coolest nature webcam ever

During the pandemic I wrote about EarthTV because that's where I found my travel fix while holed up at home. It’s an amazing channel, and I prefer to watch it... The post The coolest nature webcam ever appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

27 Aug 2025, 17:35

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Apple AirTags Save The Day Again: LAX Police Track Down Stolen Luggage With $15,000 Worth of Clothing

This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our... The post Apple AirTags Save The Day Again: LAX Police Track Down Stolen Luggage With $15,000 Worth of Clothing appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

27 Aug 2025, 11:45

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Travis Kelce’s Dad Says Son’s Proposal to Taylor Swift Happened Two Weeks Before Instagram Post

Yesterday afternoon my social feeds lit up and nearly every newsletter in my inbox carried the same story: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged. Swift herself shared the news... The post Travis Kelce's Dad Says Son's Proposal to Taylor Swift Happened Two Weeks Before Instagram Post appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

26 Aug 2025, 08:00

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Donate to Stand Up To Cancer and Get American Airlines Miles

Here's a great way to do something good and get some frequent flier miles. When you donate $25 or more (up to $10,000), American Airlines will award you 25 AAdvantage... The post Donate to Stand Up To Cancer and Get American Airlines Miles appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

26 Aug 2025, 05:40

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Japan’s Unwanted Luggage: How Abandoned Suitcases Became a Travel Problem

I’ve been fortunate to travel to Japan multiple times. It’s an amazing country and each time I go I admire how polite, clean and orderly everything is. However, there’s a... The post Japan’s Unwanted Luggage: How Abandoned Suitcases Became a Travel Problem appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

25 Aug 2025, 20:20

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New Bodycam Footage of Southwest Pilot Arrest Goes Viral

There's a new bodycam video going viral because it shows the arrest of a Southwest Airlines pilot being removed from the cockpit at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV). The 28-minute... The post New Bodycam Footage of Southwest Pilot Arrest Goes Viral appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

25 Aug 2025, 19:17

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Back to School Essentials for Kids and Parents That Are Stylish and Practical

Back-to-school season is more than just a change of schedule … it’s a reset for the whole family. From new routines and classrooms to early wake-ups and jam-packed calendars, the... The post Back to School Essentials for Kids and Parents That Are Stylish and Practical appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

25 Aug 2025, 18:32

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Southwest Just Changed Their Rules for Plus-Size Passengers – Here’s What It Means

Whenever I fly I’m always looking for a little extra space. If I can snag an exit row or bulkhead I’ll take it. If I’ve got status with an airline... The post Southwest Just Changed Their Rules for Plus-Size Passengers – Here’s What It Means appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

25 Aug 2025, 04:12

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Safest and Most Dangerous Cities for Pedestrians in 2025

Walking a city should be one of the easiest and safest ways to explore, but not every metro makes it pedestrian friendly. A new report from the footwear company KURU... The post Safest and Most Dangerous Cities for Pedestrians in 2025 appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

24 Aug 2025, 14:47

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Win 1 Million Hilton Points and Become Hampton’s Guest Waffle Boss

Ever dreamed of becoming a Waffle Boss? Yeah, me too. I’ve stayed in hundreds, maybe even thousands, of Hilton Hotels. Anytime there was a free breakfast buffet (thanks to the... The post Win 1 Million Hilton Points and Become Hampton’s Guest Waffle Boss appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

22 Aug 2025, 20:25

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The New Airport Scam Every Traveler Needs to Know

There are so many scams involving travelers that it makes my head spin. Everywhere you go and everything you do these days, it seems like you have to be on... The post The New Airport Scam Every Traveler Needs to Know appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

22 Aug 2025, 18:51

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Man Wielding a Hammer Sets Fire Inside Major Italian Airport

Is it me or does it seem like people are getting crazier (and crazier) than they were pre-pandemic? We have seen incident after incident take place with travelers either at... The post Man Wielding a Hammer Sets Fire Inside Major Italian Airport appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

21 Aug 2025, 05:42

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Woman Kicks Gate Agent and Smashes Computer After Southwest Cancellation

A disturbing video obtained by the NY Post (embedded below) shows a woman clearly at her wits’ end after her Southwest Airlines flight was cancelled and she didn’t make it... The post Woman Kicks Gate Agent and Smashes Computer After Southwest Cancellation appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

20 Aug 2025, 23:51

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Breaking: Person Reported Overboard on Sun Princess En Route to Istanbul

A Johnny Jet reader currently aboard the Sun Princess sent the following account of a serious incident currently underway: "I am currently on the Sun Princess and scheduled to arrive... The post Breaking: Person Reported Overboard on Sun Princess En Route to Istanbul appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

20 Aug 2025, 01:26

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Hero Mom of 8 From North Carolina Fights Back Against Pickpockets in Venice

A mother of eight from North Carolina is going viral thanks to a video of her tracking down pickpockets in Venice while she was on her way to a Mediterranean... The post Hero Mom of 8 From North Carolina Fights Back Against Pickpockets in Venice appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

19 Aug 2025, 17:00

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Packing Cubes That Will Make Packing a Breeze

This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our... The post Packing Cubes That Will Make Packing a Breeze appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

18 Aug 2025, 13:14

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10 Things to Know About Visiting Alaska

I've been fortunate to visit Alaska multiple times. It's a truly different and unique place, and according to their tourism board, they have more mountains, glaciers and wildlife than just... The post 10 Things to Know About Visiting Alaska appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

16 Aug 2025, 16:39

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Restaurant Review: Teleferic Barcelona in Long Beach is Like a Trip to Spain Without the Passport

Our thanks to 2nd & PCH and Teleferic Barcelona for hosting our meal so we could write this detailed review about our experience. We live in Los Angeles and frequently... The post Restaurant Review: Teleferic Barcelona in Long Beach is Like a Trip to Spain Without the Passport appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

16 Aug 2025, 16:35

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Inside the Aquarium of the Pacific: Long Beach’s Aquatic Gem

Our thanks to the Aquarium of the Pacific for hosting our visit so we could write this review of our experience. This post contains references to products from one or... The post Inside the Aquarium of the Pacific: Long Beach’s Aquatic Gem appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

15 Aug 2025, 14:54

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‘Do Not Accept a Refund’: Expert Advises Travelers What to Do During Air Canada Strike

If you receive my daily travel tip newsletter, then you know I’ve been warning readers for a couple of weeks now about a possible Air Canada (AC) strike by their... The post 'Do Not Accept a Refund': Expert Advises Travelers What to Do During Air Canada Strike appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

14 Aug 2025, 18:29

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How I Kept My Car Battery Alive While Away for Six Weeks

This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our... The post How I Kept My Car Battery Alive While Away for Six Weeks appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

13 Aug 2025, 19:58

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Want an Empty Seat Next to You? Here’s How I Did It on United Airlines

I just returned from Las Vegas after attending Virtuoso Travel Week. On the way there, I flew my preferred carrier, American Airlines (AA), because I have elite status with them... The post Want an Empty Seat Next to You? Here’s How I Did It on United Airlines appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

12 Aug 2025, 17:00

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Did You Know Your Electronic Devices Should Always Be Charged When Going Through Security?

This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our... The post Did You Know Your Electronic Devices Should Always Be Charged When Going Through Security? appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

11 Aug 2025, 16:22

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Do Hotel Room Key Cards Store Your Personal Information? What Travelers Should Know

I have written about 3 reasons to always get two hotel room keys when you travel. After publishing that article, I received several emails from readers saying that they thought... The post Do Hotel Room Key Cards Store Your Personal Information? What Travelers Should Know appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

08 Aug 2025, 18:51

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American Airlines Passenger Gets Busted Vaping in Lavatory and Accuses the Flight Attendant of Assault

I’m not sure how flight attendants can do their job with passengers like Peter Nguyen. On August 4, Nguyen foolishly decided to vape in the plane’s lavatory and when the... The post American Airlines Passenger Gets Busted Vaping in Lavatory and Accuses the Flight Attendant of Assault appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

08 Aug 2025, 17:01

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From Naples to Athens: Our Mediterranean Cruise Aboard Sun Princess

This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our... The post From Naples to Athens: Our Mediterranean Cruise Aboard Sun Princess appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

07 Aug 2025, 16:21

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Watch Out for These Sneaky Restaurant Scams While Traveling

I debated writing this for a few reasons: I don’t want to single out a waiter or a restaurant, and I don't want to get flack for being cheap, but... The post Watch Out for These Sneaky Restaurant Scams While Traveling appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

06 Aug 2025, 22:01

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This One-of-a-Kind Chicago McDonald’s Lets You Sample Global Favorites

I’m not much of a McDonald’s fan and to this day, have never had a Big Mac. Before I had kids, I would rarely eat McDonald's … except maybe in... The post This One-of-a-Kind Chicago McDonald's Lets You Sample Global Favorites appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

05 Aug 2025, 18:53

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Tips for Visiting Istanbul’s Blue Mosque and Other Religious Sites Around the World

This post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. For an explanation of our... The post Tips for Visiting Istanbul's Blue Mosque and Other Religious Sites Around the World appeared first on Johnny Jet.

JohnnyJet

05 Aug 2025, 15:52

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Hotel in Florida Sparks Backlash for Using Virtual Front Desk Receptionist Based in India

There’s no denying that technology is changing the world and transforming travel. Most of it is for the better, but a hotel in South Florida is taking things to another... The post Hotel in Florida Sparks Backlash for Using Virtual Front Desk Receptionist Based in India appeared first on Johnny Jet.