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Did you know that the flying public is allowed to bring matches onto an airplane? If you plan on traveling with matches (whether as part of a survival kit or just as a souvenir), here is everything you need to know about safely carrying matches on your next flight. TSA Guidelines for Traveling With Matches …
One of the cardinal rules about non-rev traveler is to never check a bag. This isn’t because we don’t trust our friends at the airport (the men & women who help transport & load luggage are amazing people), but rather because we need the flexibility to change destinations at a moment’s notice. Adjusting your trip …
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There are plenty of things you can do to be a more sustainable traveler, but one of the easiest is to reduce your waste. Think about how much stuff you throw out while traveling: complimentary water bottles from your hotel, disposable plastic utensils, and travel-size toothpaste tubes. Here are 9 cheap travel accessories to add …
It’s no secret that I enjoy the game of golf. I have traveled with my golf clubs by checking them in a soft-sided travel case countless times. On a recent trip, I realized that I forgot to pack my divot tool in my travel bag. Divot tools aren’t sharp, but they do have a pointed …
You built up your experience with local hikes, and now you’re ready to take the next step by traveling to a bucket list hiking destination. As you begin checking off things from your packing list, you look at your trekking poles with a puzzled look. “Am I allowed to bring this in my carry-on bag?” …
Roller skating is back, baby! While skating culture has persisted in many communities for decades, there is no question that roller skating is enjoying a resurgence around the country. COVID-19 lockdowns allowed new hobbies to spread like wildfire, and free-spirited skaters of the world inspired others to lace up & roll out. As more new …
Do you love drinking wine when you travel? Us too! Anyone who has attempted to open a wine bottle without a corkscrew knows the frustration that comes along with it. While it would be nice if screwtops became more popular in the wine world, I think we all know that good wine often requires uncorking. …
Do you know what it takes to get a lighter through TSA’s security checkpoint? The answer to that question might surprise you. Today, we dig into the regulations that allow you to bring a lighter on your next flight. Can I bring a lighter on my flight? Yes, airline passengers are allowed to bring a …
Traveling has become increasingly more stressful, so it makes sense that mindful travelers are using practices like yoga & meditation to ground themselves while on the road. Since many practitioners have their own gear, it begs the question: can you bring a yoga mat on a plane when you travel? Support for this site comes …
I don’t know about you, but 2020 turned my travel plans upside down. I traveled less, I went out less, and I was yearning for human interaction (socially distanced interaction, of course). With less non-rev trips planned than ever before, I found that hiking & camping helped scratch the itch to get outside the home. …
