Welcome to The Morning Shave. We read a ton of travel articles each day for our personal research and to share the best travel tips and tricks with you. Here are the articles for Friday, May 14, 2021, that we think you should read.
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New York gets dizzying new glass elevator ride. – I’m a total sucker for these tourist-trap, thrill-seeking experiences. I love the “danger” of them and the uniqueness of the views. My buddy Brett did the one at the SkyDeck in Chicago and he raved about it! Would you ride in one of these?
Delta Will Require Employees To Get Vaccinated Before They Start Work. – Many of us already have the shot, but there are still plenty who are unwilling or unable to get the shot. I understand the safety reasons behind this, but some people are unable to get vaccinated due to health reasons that they’re dealing with. In some cases, those health issues haven’t been disclosed to their employer yet. This will be a tricky situation for Delta’s HR team.
15 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Redeeming Hotel Points. – I think most of us know to avoid these mistakes, but we could always use a good refresher. I have to disagree with #13 though. This can be a good idea when you can get good redemption value or pair it with 4th or 5th night free promotions. Go here to read about the best hotel credit cards for elite status, free nights, and other benefits.
Why the Aircraft You’re Flying on Matters. – When considering flight options, it isn’t always just about the price and departure time. Sometimes it really matters which type of airplane that you’ll be flying on. It can determine your legroom, the availability of WiFi, and how many premium cabin seats are available for potential upgrades.
6 Embarrassing Travel Gadgets That Actually Work. – I would totally use the flushable moist wipes, but the others are cringe-worthy. Who would actually use the “ostrich pillow?” That’s so ridiculous! HAHAHAHAHA
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