Thursday, September 1, 2022

By The Way: The rules of flying etiquette

In case you missed it this week: How to act like a decent human on a flight; advice for getting a refund when your hotel room has problems; and why embracing checked bags can improve your vacation.

Shoes on, please

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The rules of flying like a decent human

From reclining your seat to deboarding, we've got your guide to flying etiquette.

Capitalism

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Travel execs are not here for your penny-pinching

From Six Flags to Disney to the tourism minister of New Zealand, C-suite mouthpieces say they're done catering to budget travelers. Meanwhile, airline labor problems aren't going away.

Get it fixed

(María Alconada Brooks/The Washington Post)

So your hotel room is a dud. Here's how to get money back.

What to do when you encounter broken AC, noisy neighbors or other disappointments in your room.

The Upgrade

(Min Heo for The Washington Post)

Embrace overpacking: The case against carry-ons

An overpacker explains how liberating it feels to eschew the gospel of self-help minimalism.

Newfoundland offers vast vistas and warm hospitality

Often called "The Rock," the Canadian province feels more like a faraway country than a northern neighbor

How old is too old to stay at a youth hostel?

How capsule wardrobes can simplify packing for trips

More wheelchairs are being damaged on planes. Travelers want action.

Gorillas are Rwanda's main attraction. Dian Fossey would hate that.

Grandmother and grandson visit 62 national parks on adventure of a lifetime

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There's more to see

(Emily Kask for The Washington Post)

Hidden behind the zoo in New Orleans, a large waterfront swath of green space known as "the Fly" offers prime views of the massive boats traveling along the mighty Mississippi River. Pack a Frisbee or a book along with a to-go picnic of spicy boiled goodness from Bevi Seafood (worth the drive down Carrollton). New Orleans Daiquiris is within walking distance of the Fly and offers a kaleidoscope of flavors available by the cup or pitcher, perfect for sipping away an afternoon. Check it out along with more things to do in our local's guide to New Orleans.

On Instagram

So you're about to move to Tokyo and want to bring your cat. Where do you begin? Writer Michelle Ye Hee Lee compiled 28 tips on how to move with your cat to Japan. ➡️ We could only fit 18 of her tips here — visit the link in bio for the full list!(📸: iStock)