PracticalHacks

Top 10 “Most Brilliant” Gadgets of 2008

Kevin — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:00:24 +0000

If you’re a dedicated gadget freak you really need to check out the November issue of Popular Mechanics - it features their Top 10 Gadgets of 2008. There are a few items on their list that are now on my wish list: 1. The first is the result of a collaboration between a couple of University [...]

Traveling home for the holidays: tips from Jodi R. R. Smith

Kevin — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:00:22 +0000

This article appeared on the Huffington Post (yes, that Huffington Post) yesterday, and it does a good job of running down several tips for what to do when traveling home this holiday season; worth a quick read: click here for the article.

Get treated like a celebrity at top restaurants!

Kevin — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:00:54 +0000

Having a wonderful time while dining out depends upon many things: ambiance, the food, service, the quality of your table, and of course your tablemates. Having a great experience needn’t be completely up to chance, however… by employing a few simple strategies you can greatly increase your chances of having a memorable dining experience. Having dined [...]

Current baggage fees from the major airlines operating in the Americas…

Kevin — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:00:06 +0000

Keeping track of the changes in airlines’ baggage policies & fees can be tough; to assist you, I’ve assembled this handy summary. Just click on the airline links below for further details. NOTE that all airlines charge additional fees for oversized and overweight baggage, and for sports equipment. Check each airline’s website for details; links [...]