Marty and Will cover common travel problems, how to prevent them, and what to do if they happen to you.
Points to Consider
Delayed or Canceled Flights
Monitor flights in real-time before heading to the airport.
Rebook quickly through apps instead of waiting in line.
Know airline policies and passenger rights.
Lost or Delayed Luggage
Track your bags independently of the airline.
Pack essentials in your carry-on in case of delays.
Know what to do at baggage claim if luggage doesn’t arrive.
Missed Connections
Plan buffers into layovers, especially international.
Take immediate steps if you miss a connection.
Understand how travel insurance applies.
Unexpected Airport Overnights
Find last-minute hotels or airport lounges.
Keep essentials (snacks, toiletries, chargers) in carry-on.
Use apps to locate sleeping pods or 24-hour services.
Weather Disruptions
Monitor weather at all relevant airports.
Consider alternate travel routes or modes.
Know when to delay travel proactively.
Passport/Document Issues
Know how to access embassy contacts abroad.
Keep digital copies of ID, passport, and tickets.
Communication Breakdown
Prepare for language barriers or no-service zones.
Use offline tools and eSIMs or local SIMs as backup.
Suggested Apps and Services
Flight Tracking & Rebooking
Flighty – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/flighty/id1358823008
Hopper – https://www.hopper.com
Lost Luggage & Packing
Tile – https://www.thetileapp.com/en-us
Apple AirTag – https://www.apple.com/airtag/
PackPoint – https://www.packpnt.com
Unexpected Stays
HotelTonight – https://www.hoteltonight.com
Priority Pass – https://www.prioritypass.com
Weather Alerts
MyRadar – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/myradar-weather-radar/id322439990
Windy – https://www.windy.com
Digital Docs & Emergency Info
1Password – https://1password.com
Google Drive – https://drive.google.com
Smart Traveler (U.S. Dept. of State) https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel.html
Language & Connectivity
Google Translate – https://translate.google.com
Apple Translate - coming to new devices Esimms - Airalo – https://www.airalo.com
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