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I am so excited to tell you that National Geographic’s Traveler Magazine interviewed me.  They quoted me in there “Expert Option” column of the Smart Traveler section.  I am locate on page 26 of April’s issue. 

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Passenger Beware!

Checked baggage fees are here and more airlines are jumping at the chance to nickle and dime you! 

Northwest (www.nwa.com) has joined Delta Air Lines (www.delta.com), United Airlines (www.united.com) and US Airways (www.usairways.com) in enforcing their fee for a second bag that is checked.  Northwests fee is $25 for reservations …

That certainly is the question of the week.  I have to say that in my opinion the TSA screener didn’t do everything they could possibly do for poor Mandi Hamlin. 

As a former TSA screener, it is my personal experience that they should have performed a physical inspection!  Are they worried …

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The traveling toddler is a carry-on bag that converts into a child’s car seat.  How convenient.  It’s great for going through airport security and a neat concept!

I highly recommend PacSafe products.  I …

Wow!  We finally have a report in the news about terrorists not named Osama! 

TSA’s behavioral observation training was used by its security officers to help them to identify a man in the ticketing area who was carrying bomb-making materials at Orlando’s International Airport.  According to the AP, a search of …

I love the new technology that is coming out. It certainly is making it easier for American and foreign travelers. It’s cost effective and expedites you through the nation’s borders. Now we need express lanes for those who have the passport cards. 

Americans wanting to visit Canada, Mexico, Bermuda and the Caribbean by land or sea can now …

We need better technology that actually works accurately if we want to stay safe and save lives.  Technology is certainly better than it was back in 2001; however, it’s not good enough in my opinion.

Please read this article and tell me what you think or write your techy experiences at: …

Finally, we are getting some organization from TSA.  Please read this new pilot program which deals with categorizing passengers and their needs at security checkpoint. This should help speed up the lines at security checkpoint.

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 I normally wouldn’t post an airline story; however, this story SHOCKED me and I strongly feel it is necessary for everyone to read this article. I couldn’t believe what the airline flight attendant said to the passenger when they asked for oxygen and you won’t believe it either.  I cover passengers who …

As of August 4, 2007 common lighters are a permitted in carry-on baggage and on your person when walking through security checkpoint. You are only allowed to carry four books of safety matches in your carry-on or on your person through security checkpoint per person. Matches and lighters are prohibited …