Small Group Tour Travel Blog

Flight delays and cancellations are frustrating, but travelers don’t have to feel powerless. By booking directly with airlines, acting quickly, investing in travel insurance, understanding your rights, and staying calm, you can take control of the situation and minimize travel disruptions like a seasoned pro.

The Traveling Professor shares smart, money-saving tips for booking international airline tickets. Learn why booking directly with airlines, being flexible with airports and routes, buying extra seats for comfort, and skipping booking myths can lead to better deals. Discover how to fly smarter, cheaper, and more comfortably on your next global adventure.

In April, we published our wildly popular post, "5 (Almost) Useless Facts About Flying". Today we are here to tell you more about some more things you may or may want to know when you fly.

Welcome to the crazy world of booking airfares. In this blog post, The Professor gives you 5 great tips for booking airfares.

Some strategy is needed when purchasing international airfare. How far in advance should international airfare be purchased? Are there special situations when purchasing with award miles? When can I get the lowest price for international airfares. All that is covered in The Professor's airfare blog post.

Professor Steve Solosky shares five quirky, little-known facts about air travel—like what “departure time” really means, how to lift armrests, and why meal orders differ by flight direction—all with his signature humor and practical insight for travelers.

This guide explains how to use airline miles more effectively, including when to book flights, how to find award deals, and smart booking strategies that help travelers save money and fly more comfortably using frequent flyer miles.