Back to Basics: A.M. or P.M.
July 2, 2008 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Air Travel, Back to Basics, Travel Tips
A.M., or "ante meridiem" in Latin, means before noon.
P.M., or "post meridiem" in Latin, means after noon.
One letter difference, but if you aren’t paying attention it could mean missing your flight.
It always amazes me how otherwise bright people can get totally confounded by departure times.
There was a situation involving a friend who has a 12:30 a.m. departure. While the rest of the gang was pleasantly imbibing at the airport bar, one friend was missing in action. Boarding time came, and the gang got onboard the aircraft. Still one missing friend. Next thing you know, it was wheels up, …read more
Back to Basics: Bring Along a Splitter
May 28, 2008 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Air Travel, Back to Basics, Products & Resources, Travel Tips
If you enjoy listening to music of watching movies while you travel, chances are that you have a couple splitters laying around the house. I have a couple in my carry on; they’re small and they always come in handy.
Use them to share the movies you are watching, or music you are listening to, with your traveling companion.
Some airlines carry these to offer to passengers, but most don’t. A little advance planning, and a small purchase, may allow you to save on inflight entertainment rentals.
You can find splitters available at most electronic stores, and online at Amazon. They …read more
Humor: No Frills Airlines
May 20, 2008 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Air Travel, Humor





