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United has new rules for achieving elite status beginning next year. We voice our opinion on that and Southwest’s decision to discontinue one of it’s popular discount fares. Plus, an instagram-getter warning if you’re headed to Hanoi. Listen now: Listen on Google Podcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts Show Links -Southwest ditches lower fares for Seniors.-One less dangerous selfie-spot in Vietnam.-United changes the elite flyer game.-Things to do (other than scrapbooking) in East Stroudsburg, PA.

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Modhop Basics

Travel Sick? A Simple Guide to Feeling Better.

Contributing Author October 7, 2019

No matter how much you try, there will always be that cold that you just couldn’t fend off before a vacation or business trip. But what about the stuff you pick up while you’re away? From the annoying to the downright nasty, guest blogger J. Lang Wood explores common travel sicknesses and how to combat the worst of them. Just remember: This post is for informational purposes only and not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go […]

Buddhas statues in Loumani Buddha Garden. Myanmar

Podcasts

Culture Trip Founder Dr. Kris Naudts…and Some News.

Jake Redman September 27, 2019

A favorite new travel site of ours, Culture Trip, explores new ways to encourage travel with inciting video, travel guides and more. Founder Dr. Kris Naudts talks to us about the importance of travel and tells us what the future holds. But for starters, we get into news about a new flight to Paris, a new hotel brand for Hyatt and a way to avoid kids on planes. Listen on Google Podcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts Show Links -JAL shows where kids might be on your flight. -Peek at Hyatt’s new hotel in development: Caption by Hyatt. -Fly to […]

Podcasts

Bitcoins, Hong Kong and the Problem With Self-Upgrades

Jake Redman September 14, 2019

Another quick headlines and opinions episode brings news about the return of recently defunct WOW airlines, nasty quipping from United’s Twitter team and possible new seats aboard your next Spirit flight. Plus, we’ll talk about why it’s still a great idea to go to Hong Kong. Show Links -Jazz hands for new Spirit seats.-Get past the airport and enjoy Hong Kong.-Wow. Wow is back. Here’s the Tweet battle between United and it’s customer about Economy Plus: The customers who choose to pay for Economy Plus are then afforded that extra space. If you were to purchase a Toyota, you would […]

Podcasts

Mini-Horses & Wet Lemmings

Jake Redman September 6, 2019

A recent American Airlines flight had an unusual passenger this past week. We tell you what it is, talk about our favorite premium credit card and why your Global Entry renewal is taking so long. First, Jake reveals his musical past. Listen now! Show Links What’s that in the bulkhead row? A HORSE?!What’s taking so long with your Global Entry renewal?Chase Sapphire Reserve. Still worth it?

Oak Ridge area of Roatan Island, Honduras at sunrise

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Destination Tips

Roatán has so Much, so Close. Who Knew?

Contributing Author September 4, 2019

Guest Kate Seger digs in and finds great experiences that are both unique and relatively close to home. Discover Roatán… There are many travel locations around the world that don’t immediately jump to mind when one is considering a vacation. One such oft forgotten and neglected destination is Roatan. Formerly known as Ruatan/Rattan, the 37 mile long island off the coast of Honduras is an ideal escape for travelers seeking crystal clear water, white sand beaches, fishing, boating, and scuba diving. Whether you are looking for a typical Caribbean vacation or a rustic adventure complete with mosquito netting, Roatan offers […]

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Podcasts

Amalfi with the Commish. Guest: Randy Gordon.

Jake Redman August 30, 2019

More Italy?! Yep. 2019 has been a year dedicated to planning and eventual podcast highlighting Anthony’s trip, but we’re not finished. Former NY Boxing Commissioner and author of the new book “Glove Affair” visits to talk about all-things Amalfi. Plus, we’ve got news on fuzzy-faced flights from Newark and miles that don’t expire! Show Links United Miles are now good forever-ever. Frontier brings a mountain of new flights to Newark. Bring a book. The worst (and best) TSA lines.

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Navigating HKG + Getting to More Hawaii

Jake Redman August 16, 2019

If plans have you flying to or from Hong Kong, recent protests at the airport mean you’ll need extra time and a map. We touch on recent events there and talk about Southwest’s newest flights to and around Hawaii. Plus, find out why my kids are singing the Canadian national anthem. Listen now! Show Links The 10 best airports for cheap international flights. Southwest brings new flights to & around Hawaii. Service returns to Hong Kong (HKG) but allow time and check airport status.

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Podcasts

Anthony’s Italian Adventure.

Jake Redman August 9, 2019

After several months and numerous podcast episodes worth of planning, it’s finally here. Anthony’s Italian vacation is over and he’s back to tell us all about it, from Rome to Florence and a few spots in between. Plus, we’ll check out a hotel credit card sign up bonus that appears to be worth the hassle of signing up and some unique new routes from American Airlines. Listen above now. Show Links American launches routes to some great new destinations. A credit card signup that looks good to us from IHG and Chase. (*NOT an affiliate or referral. We get nothing […]

Destination Tips

3 Sights to Discover in Lisbon

Contributing Author July 30, 2019

We’ve talked a bit about Lisbon on the podcast in recent months. It’s name is even the brutal subject of a dumb joke of ours (we keep calling it Libson because I said it wrong once.). In our chats we’ve talked about it’s great food, nightlife and sights. Here, guest Nathan Parks tells us about a few of his must-see spots. –Jake Even if you are not planning on a trip to Lisbon, a discount airfare from Madrid or Paris may catch your attention.You could get there and back for less than *$100, and you could see a new city […]