If you’ve ever eyed that exit row thinking it’s just a comfy spot with a little more legroom, you’re not alone. But here’s what most travelers don’t realize: those seats […]
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Daniel Gillaspia is the Founder of UponArriving.com and the credit card app, WalletFlo. He is a former attorney turned travel expert covering destinations along with TSA, airline, and hotel policies. Since 2014, his content has been featured in publications such as National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, and CNBC. Read my bio.
I Tried the Snack West Virginians Swear By—Now I Get the Hype
Before my trip to West Virginia, I had never even heard of a pepperoni roll. But ask anyone there, and they’ll tell you it’s not just food—it’s tradition. Baked for […]
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How I Finally Stopped Fearing Turbulence — Thanks to These Flight Maps
Let’s face it—turbulence can rattle even the most seasoned travelers, especially when it hits unexpectedly. But if you know it’s coming, those bumps in the sky can feel a lot […]
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Step Inside Colorado’s Most Surprising Landmark—It’s Beautiful, Historic, and Completely Free
There’s something undeniably fascinating about visiting state capitols. Maybe it’s the grandeur, the history, or the thought of all the major decisions that have been made within those walls. The […]
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The Unspoken Overhead Bin Rules Most Travelers Break Without Realizing It
Etiquette for using the overhead storage bin spaces on a flight is a combination of written and unwritten rules that all have somewhat mixed enforceability. For those reasons, it’s not […]
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This Sky-High Bar in Asia Claims to Be the Highest on Earth—We Went to Find Out
Perched on the 118th floor of the Ritz-Carlton, OZONE isn’t just a bar—it’s an experience. Marketed as the highest rooftop bar in the world, that claim might depend on how […]
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The Hidden Risk of Lying About Hotel Guests — And Why It Could Cost You More Than You Think
Anytime you go through the hotel booking process you’ll see a field asking you to input how many guests will be traveling on the reservation. Some people misrepresent the number […]
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I Took a Kayak Trip Along Michigan’s Most Stunning Shoreline—Here’s What It Was Really Like
If you really want to see Michigan’s famous cliffs up close, skip the lookout points and grab a paddle. A kayaking tour here takes you right under massive arches and […]
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This Michigan Drink Has Nothing to Do With Boston — But Everyone There Swears By It
If you’ve spent any time in Michigan, chances are you’ve heard someone mention a Boston Cooler. It’s one of those old-school Midwestern drinks that’s part nostalgia, part refreshment — and […]
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Fire the Cannon, Relive the Past: Inside One of Michigan’s Most Historic Forts
Mackinac Island in Michigan isn’t just a pretty place with horse carriages and fudge shops—it’s full of real history. Tucked above town is Fort Mackinac, where the stories go back […]
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