Back to Basics: Why You Have to Show ID AGAIN When You Go Through Security
November 19, 2008 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Air Travel, Back to Basics, Travel Tips
With the Thanksgiving Travel Season on the verge on launching, I thought it would be a good time to review some basic travel information.
One complaint that I hear is the people are forever having to show identification. When you check your bags, when you check in for your flight, when you’re queuing up in the security line, and then again after you pass through security.
Here’s what the TSA has to say about why all those ID checks are necessary:
Back to Basics: Mastering the Reservation Phone Line
March 5, 2008 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Air Travel, Hotels, Money Saving Tips, Travel Tips
I’ve written about this previously, but it’s basic information that can’t be repeated too many times. I know that most people do their research and booking online, but there are times when you are going to have to call a reservation center.
It can be annoying to be put on hold, and repeatedly hear how many callers are ahead of your or how long your expected wait time is, and even further annoying to finally get a person who you can’t understand. I hope these tips will help reduce your frustration factor, and get you the information and service that …read more





