Hotel beds can be extremely comfortable especially when they have nice fluffy comforters for you to curl up in. But are those comforters or duvets actually washed between stays or […]
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Author: Daniel Gillaspia
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.
Bringing Lotion on a Plane: TSA’s Rules for Staying Moisturized
It’s not uncommon to get pretty dehydrated when traveling. It could be because you have limited water intake or because you are traveling into dry environments like the cabin of […]
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TSA Swabbing at Airport Security: What Is It and How to Avoid False Alarms
If you’ve done a lot of flying, chances are that when going through TSA security you have experienced a good swab or two. Whether it was your hands or baggage […]
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TSA Approved Gun Case & Ammunition Guide [2023]
Are you thinking about bringing your guns/firearms and/or ammunition through the airport and on to your next destination? If so, there are some specific TSA rules related to traveling with […]
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Are Hotels Cheaper During the Week or Weekend?
If you ever have flexible dates for your travels, you might be wondering if it would be cheaper for you to book during the week rather than on a weekend. […]
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New Study Reveals Most Bathroom Friendly Airlines in the US
Going to the bathroom during a fight is unfortunately not the most pleasant experience for most people. In a January 2023 poll of the general public, UponArriving found that 74% […]
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Using The Hotel Concierge: Your Complete Guide to Tipping & Making Requests
If there is one role at a hotel that is somewhat mysterious, it’s probably the hotel concierge. What exactly does a concierge do and what can you realistically expect him […]
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Tips on Making Romantic Requests at Hotels
Staying at a hotel on an anniversary, honeymoon, or other special occasion can already be a pretty romantic event. But sometimes you will want to enhance the romance of your […]
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Southwest Airlines Pet Policy Guide (Fees, Carriers, & Size Limits) [2023]
Southwest Airlines, like many other airlines, allows you to fly with your pet but there are some rules and restrictions you need to know about before jumping on a plane […]
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Can You Still Fly if You Have a Cough? (Or Should You?)
Are you dealing with a cough and wondering if you should still get on a flight? In today’s world, it’s a question worth thinking about and there are a few […]
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