‘Mermaid’ Is an Unofficial Code Word Flight Attendants Use—Here’s What It Means
It probably comes as no surprise that flight attendants have their own language, with key words they use to secretly describe passengers. Mermaid is one of those words – here’s what it means
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card Review – How To Get The Annual Fee Waived
The American Express Hilton Honors Surpass card has outstanding benefits and a hefty welcome offer. If you’re looking for a new card to earn Hilton points, make sure you …
Did I Just Get Scammed By Rome Taxi Drivers?
I think that a Roman taxi driver tried to scam me by charging an inflated price to go from Rome to Fiumicino airport, which seems par for the course for taxis in Rome…
17 Tech and Travel Deals at Amazon For This Weekend
Some decent Amazon weekend deals on travel and tech gear going on this weekend, including headphones, luggage, locks, packing cubes and supplies, travel books and …
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The best and cheapest way to get from Manhattan to LGA airport
You can go from New York City to Laguardia Airport by train, taxi, Uber or bus, but the cheapest and best way from NYC / Manhattan to LGA / LaGuardia airport is …
Kickstarter: MechVault Wallet (Back By Saturday)
The MechVault Wallet is billed as the last wallet you’ll ever need. With CNC precision, RFID armor and an ASMR feature, it’s on Kickstarter for a few more …
Save Up to 50% on Amazon with Amex Rewards Dollars (Targeted)
We've written about this deal before but it appears to be back! It appears to be targeted but if so, it seems widely targeted. Save 30% on Amazon, up to $30 in savings (offers vary), when you you purchase eligible products and use at least 1 cent in Amex Reward...
The best and cheapest way to get from Waikiki to HNL airport
You can go from HNL to Waikiki by train, taxi, Uber or bus, but the cheapest and best way from Honolulu / Waikiki Beach to HNL airport is …
Buy Hyatt points with 20% bonus
Hyatt is offering a bonus on points if you buy points for the next few weeks. But does it make sense to purchase Hyatt points?
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