How do AirTags work? We have the explanation, plus reasons they’re great for travel. But those arent the only practical applications for an AirTag. Credit:Getty Images What is an AirTag? Apple AirTags are small discsa bit over an inch in diameterused for tracking an items location. (Note that the devices arent compatible with Android.) Courtesy of Apple They can be purchased directly fromAppleor at a variety of retailers, from Amazon to Best Buy....

Spoiler: Don’t be too worried. The pros are on it. iStockphoto/Getty Images For some, flying can be a stress-inducing experience. Credit:iStockphoto/Getty Images After all,approximately 40 percentof the general population reports having some sort offear of flying. But just how hazardous is frost to a flight? “This is most notable by ‘contaminants’ on the wing such as frost, snow, or ice. In fact,NASA studieshave shown that frost as small as 80-grit sandpaper can reduce lift by 30 percent....

Why you should check your passport’s expiration date right now. This seemingly small detail could result in a travel disaster. How long does it take to renew a passport? Getty Images/iStockphoto Passport processing times vary depending on demand. Bear in mind, however, that the processing times do not include the shipping time. If your passport’s time is almost up, don’t wait start the renewal process now. Can your passport be renewed?...

Traveling with a lot of luggage, kids, or need to change terminals? You may want to book that longer layover. Getty Images Its totally natural to want to get to your vacation destination as fast as possible. Credit:Getty Images Because the one thing that can ruin your vacation is missing the flight to get there. Luckily, airlines and airports do have a few rules in place to try and ensure smooth connections....

“The second best time is today.” According to Doe, those looking to retire early should start saving as early as their 20s or 30s. However, she adds, “Don’t despair if you didn’t start saving in your younger years. Getty Images It’s also never too late to start saving for retirement. To that end, Doe takes this formula and builds off of it. For some people, this would not be enough....

Planning a trip to Walt Disney World or Disneyland? Here’s how to make Disney theme park reservations. These days, visiting a Disney theme park isn’t as simple as just buying tickets. Olga Thompson/Courtesy of Disney Since reopening in 2021,DisneylandandWalt Disney Worldhave rolled out some important changes, including park capacity limits. Here’s how to make Disney park reservations in advance of your next magical vacation. Disney World theme park reservations are currently available now through January 18, 2024....

Longer nights and increased geomagnetic activity means a higher chance of catching the aurora borealis. There’s something strange happening about 60 miles above our planet. Thenorthern lights also called the aurora borealis are back. Getty Images A new solar cycle means that they will be more frequent, according toNASA’s Earth Observatory. So what’s going on? When is northern lights season? There is no official season since the northern lights are almost always present, day and night....

It’s an easier hack than you think. And it’s an easier hack than you think. OK, so this trick won’t magically make your boss grant you weeks on end of vacation time. Friends taking their luggage out of a car on vacation together.Credit:pixdeluxe/Getty Images Here’s how it works month by month. January In January, New Year’s Day falls on a Wednesday. )Martin Luther King Jr. Day is also in January, on Monday, Jan....

Get bragging rights forever. (At the time, the section of Finland was owned by Russia.) It was replaced with the current cement cairn in 1926. Credit:Oliver Biallawons/Getty Images Though, getting to this point isn’t exactly an easy feat. (ThoKiruna’sna’s website suggests “to take the boat there and walk back.) Missed the boat this year? The site is then only available via snowmobile or skis, which you could dovia a guided tour....

Although it’s still expensive, you may find the most savings in this city. (Is my bias showing?) you’re free to register to see if your home airport has deals to Eras Tour cities. Taylor Swift performs on stage during the “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at Wembley Stadium on August 15, 2024 in London, England.Credit:Kate Green/Getty Images Nastro divulges: Most of the deals we found are flying into Indianapolis....

NASA created a fun video to answer all of our burning questions about near-light-speed travel. Ever wish you could travel at the speed of light to yourfavorite destinations? Once you see the reality of that speed, you may rethink everything. So you should probably have shields that keep them from frying your ship and also you." An Earth clock would say it took about a year and a half. Fortunately, NASA astronauts have a slew of tips foravoiding jet lagalong the way....

Ever wondered what happens when you flush the toilet on an airplane? We’ve got the answer. Getty Images If you’re reading this, you’ve probably been on your fair share of flights. Pressing the flush button on an airplane.Credit:Getty Images One more thing that seems to work like magic? But how do airplane toilets work as we zoom through the air? According to Duke Armitage, airline pilot and founder ofAviamonde, it’s actually pretty simple....

Many thought that, reduced fleet aside, nothing would change. “I booked this to see what’s changed,” I said to the agent at check-in. “Nothing’s changed,” she assured me. Courtesy of ITA Airways They would continue to use Alitalia-branded products and planes until their own were sorted, he said. What stood out on board, though, even on day two, was the customer service. A Few Pre-flight Snafus ITA’s website is hard to navigate....