The chip and pin dilemma
Chip and PIN, a security feature used on all European credit cards, as well as Mexico, Brazil, and Japan, continue to cause trouble for American travelers. No, not the chip and pin itself, but the lack of this technology on U.S. credit cards.
As credit cards have been rolled out as the default payment method anywhere from grocery stores to automated kiosks, and carrying a credit card is safer than a roll o...
Capturing silhouettes: A great travel photo technique
Coming away with good photos is always a challenge when traveling. After all, you can't really come back when the light is fantastic, not every time, and need to work with what nature provides. And if that is back lit, then silhouettes may be the answer. You've probably taken a few silhouettes either intentionally or by mistake, like when trying for a portrait with the sun in front of you rather than behind...
7 ideas for avoiding checked baggage fees
In a time far far away, before the year 2000 or so, airlines used to let you bring checked baggage for free when patronizing their airline. That time is now well and truly gone and air travelers need to get used to paying high fees or learn to travel with less stuff. Or maybe use some of our 7 ideas for bringing your stuff fee-free.
Ryanair and easyJet in Europe have been charging for checked baggage...
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