I canceled my flight after hearing El Paso airspace would close for 10 days. It reopened hours later, but I'd spent the night feeling helpless.

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Kiva Lucero almost got a 12-hour bus to Dallas to make his flight to Paris.

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I live and work in 2 different cities. Commuting over 300 miles is great for my social life, productivity, and career.

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Christine Ma-Kellams

My family's been stuck in the Caribbean for days. We spent $10,000 more than we budgeted for, and we're still not home.

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Although we ended up stranded in the Caribbean for a bit, my family had the privilege of being flexible and adjusting our plans.

David Morris

My family flew 13 hours in Singapore Airlines' business class. Here's what we loved — and what fell short.

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Singapore Airlines' business class felt pretty impressive, but there were a few drawbacks.

Jordi Lippe-McGraw

I flew to one of Hawaii's most rural islands. My trip was so beautiful and wild — I'd only suggest it to certain travelers.

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The only way to visit Molokai, one of Hawaii's least-touristy islands, is via a small commuter plane.

Ashley Probst

I'm a senior partner at BCG. I fuel my days playing basketball in the morning and eating cookies.

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Amanda Luther is a managing director and senior partner at BCG.

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Travel chaos continues as winter storms batter both coasts

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - NOVEMBER 30: Several planes taxi on runways after a winter snow storm affected the area at O'Hare International airport on November 30, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.

We upgraded to Delta One on our 10-hour flight. The trip was so good I didn't want it to end — and I don't like flying.

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My husband and I upgraded to Delta One, the airline's international business class, on a long flight. It was the best decision we're willing to make again.

Mar Yvette

Your Next Flight Might Be Directed From Space

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Ecodemonstrator Explorer On The Runway

I upgraded to United's Premium Plus on a long flight. Most perks were useless to me, but I'd happily do it again.

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I enjoyed flying in United's Premium Plus for a long-haul flight across time zones, even though I couldn't use a lot of the upgrade's perks.

Jamie Davis Smith

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