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Travel Myth or Fact? 7 Things Smart Travelers Know Before They Fly

Power banks, little bottles, jet lag and popping ears: some travel rules are real, and some are just things we've all heard. Seven quick questions. Let's see how you do.

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The Travel Hacks Flight Attendants Actually Use

People who fly for a living have turned packing, sleeping and surviving long days in the air into a routine. These are the habits cabin crew mention again and again.

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Headphones, an eye mask, a neck pillow, a power bank and a water bottle laid out on a table

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The Small Gadgets That Make Long Flights Easier

You don't need a business-class ticket to arrive less frazzled. A handful of small, inexpensive things in your carry-on make a long-haul flight far more comfortable.

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Can Pocket Translators Really Replace a Phrasebook?

Handheld translators and phone apps have become remarkably good. Here's what they do well, where they still stumble, and why a few memorised phrases still matter.

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How to Stay Connected Abroad Without Huge Roaming Bills

A few minutes of setup before you leave can be the difference between a normal phone bill and a shocking one. Here are your options, from cheapest to easiest.

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