What does the TSA do with confiscated items? Can you get your stuff back?
Your intentions are pure when leaving for the airport, only to find the pocket knife you recently bought in your …
Author: Scott (SANspotter)
How to spot an air marshal (don’t tell anyone I told you this)
Even if you know how to spot an air marshal, most of the flights you’ll take in your life won’t …
Delta 767-400 economy review: fancy new seats on a tired old airplane
I have a love / hate relationship with Delta 767-400 economy class. On one hand, it might be the best …
Do you have to go through customs for a connecting flight in Europe? It depends…
It happens every summer. Starting in early June, my email inbox starts becoming overflowing with the following question from SANspotter …
Useful (and clever) tips for a first time flyer that’ll make it seem *easy*
Congratulations! You’re a first time flyer only once in your life, so savor this moment. I clearly remember the very …
Delta One 767-400 review: A bad experience in a fantastic seat
If the only thing you read in this entire Delta One 767-400 review is the first paragraph, know this: it’s …
WestJet vs Air Canada: which one is better, eh?
It wasn’t all that long ago that a WestJet vs Air Canada comparison such as this would have been incredibly …
Short layover in Minneapolis? Better grab the antacid…
Here’s the thing: having a short layover in Minneapolis isn’t necessarily a problem. My personal record for a connection time …
Short layover in Phoenix? No Problem! Here’s why:
Agonizing over the stress of having to deal with a short layover in Phoenix soon? Don’t be. The Phoenix Sky …
How to deal with a misspelled name on an airline ticket (it’s gonna be ok)
Flying is often one of the most stressful forms of travel there is. There are so many things that can …
American Airlines 777-200 business class is better than you think
As usual, I’m a little late to the party. This American Airlines 777-200 business class review is something that I …
Short layover in Detroit? 1 hour is more than enough time!
If you’re facing a short layover in Detroit, don’t worry. Although it may be a large airport (and one of …
How to bring a suit on a plane (and look like a total boss doing it)
One of the biggest challenges in a traveler’s life trying to is figuring out the formula for arriving in style with …
Allegiant Air review: is a Legroom + seat worth the extra cost?
Why is it that, after having flown nearly a million and a half miles in my life so far, it’s …
Everything you need to know about flying with a guitar (plus a little more)
Whether you’re a professional traveling to a gig, or an amateur who likes to play while on vacation, at some …
Virgin Atlantic vs. British Airways: the ultimate comparison
For those who haven’t flown either, a Virgin Atlantic vs British Airways comparison probably sounds easy. I mean, how different …