NECESSARY TRAVEL HACKS PT. II

Belal El-Atari

Eat at the Airport• Eating a filling and

somewhat healthy meal at the airport can not only be decently cheap, but also arriving in your new location well-fed will help battle jet lag

• You might even find it kind of fun to walk around and stretch your legs before the flight and explore all the options

• Some people even swear that getting off the plane with a full stomach will improve your immediate spending desires

Entertain the Kids Without Gadgets

• Contrary to popular belief many family travelers see that keeping children occupied without technology is better

• The games on iPads or phone have a way of leading to inevitable boredom instead of staying increasingly entertaining themselves

• Get your children to play games, read books, talk to one another, or even tell them stories

• This bonding and personal attention will keep them hooked

• Note: If you children are already quite hooked on technology, it would be wise to start weaning them off gradually and not go cold-turkey

Jump the Lines With Frequent Flyer Status

• If you are a frequent flyer and want to travel in the most comfort and least stress, this tip is for you

• Join one of the many clubs and prepare to travel in style. Prepare to jump the lines and collect some of the best airport perks

• You might get your baggage fees waived, free food, alcohol, or even better seating

Go Through Priority Lines

• When going through security checkpoints at the airport there are often lines designated for card holders and frequent flyers

• If these lines are empty, it is worth trying to walk up and ask if you are able to pass through

• Security workers don't want a backup of flyers waiting in their lines

Use Your Travel Rewards Credit Card

• Even if you don't have the frequent flyer mile status, you can still flash a travel rewards credit card to gain lounge access before boarding your plane

• If you travel often this tip is extremely important as it will allow you to take advantage of lounges for showers, meals, Wi-Fi, and free drinks

• As a sign-up bonus, many co-branded airline credit cards offer one or two lounge passes a year

Sleep in the Airport• If you have an early morning flight

and won’t land until late at night, its a good idea to sleep in the airport

• One major advantage of being well rested before entering a new area at night is that you will be more alert and attentive when navigating the newest destination

• If you do decide to sleep in the airport, always be cautious of your bags

• Most likely there won’t be a problem, however its better to be safe than sorry

• As a precaution, tie your luggage around the chair you are in or strap it to you own body so no one could take it away without waking you up