8 things passengers should stop wasting money on, according to a flight attendant

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someone sitting in an uncrowded airport by a window
Airports can be pricey places to spend time in.

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I spent 28 hours in Japan Airlines' business class. It wasn't the best I've tried, but I don't regret upgrading.

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Woman smiling in Japan Air business-class seat
All in all, I had a good experience in Japan Airlines' business class, though it wasn't quite perfect.

Rachel Hosie

I spent over 19 hours in Icelandair's premium class. The $2,637 flight offered me way more than just a comfier seat.

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Author Jamie Davis Smith smiling on IcelandAir plane with view of Saga Premium behind her
I enjoyed my experience in Icelandair's Saga Premium class and would consider upgrading to it for another long-haul flight.

Jamie Davis Smith

I've flown in business class on dozens of airlines. The seat I used to avoid is now my favorite as a parent.

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Aria business class seat on Cathay Pacific.
I used to go for pod-style suites when flying business class, but as a parent, I now prefer older configurations.

Bloomberg

We spent 14 hours in Qatar Airways' Qsuites with our baby. It's easy to see why it's the 'world's best' business class.

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Man taking selfie in Qatar Airways business-class suite
The flights I've spent in Qatar Airways' Qsuite business class have left me impressed.

Sam Shead

I didn't want to give up my job when we moved for my husband's. To keep it, I flew across the country almost every week.

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Woman an man smiling outside in winter time, holding dog
The logistics of my arrangement were frustrating, but the trade-off was worthwhile. It allowed me to live part-time in Oklahoma with my husband without giving up a job that I truly loved.

Allie Hubers

After dealing with dozens of layovers as a frequent flyer, I've found 5 ways to make them actually enjoyable

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Aerial view of Istanbul airport with plants, shops
As a frequent traveler, I've learned some solid tips for dealing with layovers and making them as fun as possible.

Jenna DeLaurentis

These are the 5 safest airlines in the US in 2026, ranked

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Chicago, United States - May 4, 2023: Frontier Airlines Airbus A320neo airplane at Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) in the United States.
Frontier Airlines ranked as the safest US airline in 2026.

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I rented an airport 'nap room' after my flight was delayed overnight. The perks made the price easier to swallow.

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Exterior of Minute Suites in airport
I thought renting a private room in the airport was expensive but worth it to wake up steps from my gate.

Elizabeth Wright

I went to LaGuardia. The security line looped around the terminal four times.

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A composite image of lines at TSA and a selfie from BI reporter Henry Chandonnet.
The lines were long at LaGuardia.

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