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From Italian Knits to Collapsible Coolers: The 2026 Travel Gear Refresh

Jake Redman April 2, 2026

If you have spent any time in an airport lounge lately, you have probably noticed a shift in the way people are moving. If you’re hunting for the best travel gear 2026 has to offer, the vibe is pretty straightforward: fewer gimmicks, more gear that survives real life. The era of the “tech-bro” suitcase: those charger-stuffed cubes airlines started banning from checked holds: is finally fading into the background. As we move through 2026, the focus for savvy travelers has shifted toward something much more sustainable and, frankly, much more useful. We are seeing a return to durability, modularity, and […]

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Fruit & Cheese Goes Global: Inside Alaska Airlines’ New 787 Dreamliner Suites

Jake Redman April 1, 2026

For a long time, Alaska Airlines was the cool, reliable neighbor who always had a spare jumper and knew the best hiking trails. They were the masters of the West Coast, the kings of the “milk run” through the Panhandle, and the airline you flew when you wanted a consistent, friendly experience across the lower 48. But as we hit the spring of 2026, that neighbor has officially traded in the hiking boots for a bespoke suit and a passport full of stamps. To celebrate their fifth anniversary as a member of the ‘one’world alliance, Alaska Airlines is finally pulling […]

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The Weekly Modhop: TSA Wait Times, Hushpitality Hotels, and Airline Hidden Fees

Jake Redman March 30, 2026

THE WEEKLY MODHOP TSA wait times 2026: Yup, were still hitting 4+ hours at some major airports due to the DHS shutdown. Plus, hotels leaning into “hushpitality,” and airlines getting creative with fees, the travel landscape is looking a little wild. Welcome to your Monday morning reality check — it’s March 30, 2026, and if you were planning a quick zip through the airport this week, I have some news that might make you want to consider quadruple-checking your airport’s status, or at least pack a very large portable charger. Modhop is all about finding that sweet spot between staying […]

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