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I built a free live TSA wait time tracker for major US airports
It’s no secret that TSA wait times across the country have been absolutely wild over the past few…
Why I love JetBlue’s new overpriced and exclusive lounge passes
Two months after opening, JetBlue is now selling day passes to its first-ever airport lounge — and they…
3 big unanswered questions about the American-United showdown
It’s no secret that American Airlines and United Airlines are fighting tooth and nail for dominance at Chicago’s…
JetBlue destroyed my Rimowa and paid me $1,200 — here’s how to get the same outcome
My first flight of the year went off without a hitch — until I arrived at baggage claim.…
First pictures: Apple’s new AirTag brings longer range, louder alerts
Apple just announced its long-awaited second-generation AirTags. And before they were even unveiled, I had the chance to…
Bilt 2.0 is here, and free (and easy) rent points are officially over
The next generation of Bilt is here, and not everyone is going to like it. If you’ve grown…
How I completed JetBlue’s viral 25-for-25 challenge for under $3,300
I’m no stranger to doing ridiculous things in the name of points and miles. But with a one-year-old…
7 takeaways: United’s loyalty chief explains how dynamic PlusPoints will work
United’s move to introduce dynamic pricing for upgrades has raised more questions than answers. If history is any…
How trip nesting saved me $6,000 on business-class flights
When you subscribe to From the Tray Table’s email newsletter, you automatically receive my five most underrated travel…
7 tech devices I always travel with, and one you seriously need to pack
I’m the type of traveler who likes routine, at least when it comes to what I pack. In…
The simple hack to beat airline customer service, 1-800 numbers
I can’t be the only one who hates getting on the phone with travel providers. Airlines, hotels, rental…
My 5 most underrated travel hacks
I recently graduated from business school, where I learned a thing or two about the importance of demonstrating…