David Kelly

There are many things to do and remember before leaving for a business or pleasure trip. Checking in for your flight before you leave for the airport can save a lot of time when you get there and eliminate the uncertainty of how long it will take…

Over the past few years, the airline industry has segmented and broken apart its ticket and fee policies, so that now travelers are paying for everything from pretzels to checked bags. It hasn't gotten that bad when it comes to train travel, as…

Bulkhead seating is a term that refers to the seats that are immediately behind the bulkheads (or walls) of an airplane that separate different classes, like the first class from coach, or one section from another. Some travelers love them and…

If you're planning a trip to Europe for leisure or business and plan on driving while you're there, you'll need to acquire an International Driver Permit (sometimes erroneously called an International Driving License), but do note that an…

Whether for work or pleasure, taking the train as your mode of transportation is relatively inexpensive, faster than driving, avoids traffic hassles, and allows passengers to get more work done in comparison to flying. In general, Amtrak is an…

Oneworld is one of the leading global airline alliance programs, with many major world airline members. Founded in part by American Airlines, more than a dozen airlines are members of the alliance, and fly to more than 1,000 destinations around the…

Most frequent travelers know that they need to streamline what they’re carrying in order to make it through the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security checkpoints at airports quickly and easily. If you’re a frequent traveler, the 3-1-1…

If you're taking a flight for your vacation, you need to know the quantities and types of liquids that the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) allows passengers to bring onto an airplane in their carry-on luggage. While good security is…

It's not only American drivers that need to consider International Drivers Permits (sometimes called International Driving Licenses.) These permits should also be considered for international travelers coming to the United States. Travelers coming…

An International Driver's Permit (IDP) allows you to drive a vehicle in another country, as long as you also have a valid driver's license issued by your state. It is also recognized as a valid form of identification in over 175 countries as well as…

When you're going through airport security on your next vacation or business flight, you might notice that there's a posted rule by the Transportation Security Administration called the 3-1-1 Rule, which dictates how much liquid travelers are allowed…

The Boston Convention and Exhibition Center is Boston's main convention center. It's located in the redeveloped Seaport District, convenient to the airport, major highways, and with many bars and restaurants nearby. The Boston Convention and…

Admit it, it's hard to think of Peru without thinking of Paddington Bear. When some of us were young, we read all the children's books about Paddington Bear, the bear from "darkest Peru." It was hard not to want to go there as a kid. But, not…

Many of today's business travel destinations are in East or Southeast Asia. Travelers from all over the world converge on China, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore. These nations (and the rest of their neighbors) are rich…

It’s hard to understate the importance of Saudi Arabia when it comes to Middle Eastern politics and business. The United States has had a long and close relationship with Saudi Arabia, and as a result, many business travelers may find themselves…