Losing your passport while traveling abroad is stressful enough—but not having a backup copy can make the process of getting a replacement even harder. That’s why one of the best travel safety tips is to securely store photos of your passport (both the ID page and barcode) on your iPhone. But here’s the key: you need to encrypt them. This guide shows you how to encrypt passport photos on your iPhone using the Notes app —no third-party apps needed. This method is fast, free,

When most people hear “ government shutdown ,” they think about politics in Washington, D.C. But what many travelers don’t realize is that these shutdowns can spill over into airports across the country—and your vacation plans may be directly impacted. TSA officers and air traffic controllers are considered essential employees, which means they still have to show up for work even when paychecks are delayed. That reality often leads to staffing shortages, longer security lines

America is Behind on Passenger Rights — and Travelers Deserve Better As someone who helps families travel confidently and stress-free, I’m deeply disappointed . The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) had proposed a groundbreaking rule that would have required airlines to compensate travelers when delays or cancellations were the airline’s fault . This rule never went into effect —and now, it’s been taken off the table entirely . For families who’ve struggled through end

Hawaii has always been one of those dream destinations that feels like a once-in-a-lifetime trip. But in recent years, booking a vacation rental in Hawaii has become more complicated than most travelers realize —and if you’re not careful, your dream stay could be canceled at the last minute. Unfortunately, I learned this the hard way. My Oahu Airbnb Was Canceled 5 Days Before Our Trip Five days before our family trip to Oahu, my Airbnb host messaged me to say they were cancel

Know Your Rights: What Is UK261 and How Does It Protect You? If you're flying to or from the United Kingdom, there's a little-known rule that could get you up to £520 when your flight is delayed, cancelled, or overbooked—and most airlines won't tell you about it unless you ask. It’s called UK261 , and if you're planning international travel, this regulation is a must-know. What Is UK261? UK261 is the United Kingdom’s passenger protection regulation that mirrors the European