My Swiss Gear carry on (how I decided it was better than the competition)
It occurred to me as I was unpacking from a big trip that I had been rocking the same backpack …
Category: Travel Discussion
Random talk about travel stuff that doesn’t fit into any the usual SANspotter-specific categories.
The 5 things you must to do before flying with a cat (good luck lol)
If you’ve never done it before, flying with a cat can seem daunting. I mean, even if your cat is …
What it’s like to use the Cross Border Xpress bridge (CBX) at the Tijuana Airport
Choosing to start and end a trip from Tijuana instead of my home airport (SAN) was something that I’ve been …
No – you won’t get arrested flying with medication (probably)
Don’t worry. Flying with medication is an easy thing to manage with a bit of knowledge, prep work, and a …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Can I bring pepper spray on a plane? (Asking for a friend)
I was sitting around the other night reading all about the latest air rage incident, and a peculiar thought popped …
Can you use your frequent flyer number for someone else? Sort of…
American consumers have accumulated over $27.6 billion worth of free airline travel through frequent flyer programs. If you have points …
The 6 (annoying) reasons why airport food is so expensive
So, you’re at the airport and you’re handing over your credit card to pay an outrageous price for the measly …