The Weekly Newsletter: November 17, 2022 Edition

Black Friday? Not so fast!

While those Black Friday and Cyber Monday discounts can be tempting, it turns out that travel deals might not be among them. Our research indicates that booking your 2023 trips during the second week of January could actually save you more than waiting for Cyber Weekend.*

The Pre-check

This week’s top travel stories and updates.

• Book those European adventures now. According to this article, US travelers are looking to explore EU and UK destinations in 2023.
• Things are on the upswing? Following the tumult of this summer, many airlines are becoming more reliable and have improved their schedules.
• Can I receive a refund? Perhaps – the DOT has informed several US airlines that they will need to reimburse travelers for canceled or significantly delayed flights from this summer.
• Expect busy skies ahead. As you might expect, Thanksgiving travel is predicted to be hectic, so allow yourself extra time if you're flying.
• A true game-changer. A number of US Parks are starting to provide all-terrain power wheelchairs for rent – a wonderful inclusive development we’re thrilled to see.

Trending in Travel

Navigate the holidays (and airport security) more efficiently Imagine arriving at the airport for your holiday getaway. You’re thrilled and ready to fly, but then… you hit that security line. It twists and turns more than a candy cane. Before you get overwhelmed, we’re here to help. This holiday season, we’ve teamed up with CLEAR® to offer a complimentary, 3-month membership to CLEAR Plus** for all new members who sign up by 12/31/22. Want to cut down your time in the security line? Here’s what you should know:

• First things first: what is CLEAR Plus? CLEAR Plus allows you to swiftly pass through security at over 45 airports across the country with just a glance – no need to dig out your ID. Once you're enrolled, a CLEAR Ambassador will guide you to the front of the line to complete your screening.

• Awesome! How do I get started? It’s easy! Just enroll in CLEAR here (you’ll need to do this on a mobile device). After signing up, you’ll receive a promo code for three months free of CLEAR Plus – simply show your code to an Ambassador at any CLEAR airport location, and you’ll be all set.

• Why is Dinogo giving me this treat? Our survey revealed that 43% of Americans are feeling anxious about traveling this holiday season***. That’s a bummer for us! To make your travel experience better, we’re not just helping you find holiday flights; we’re also discovering ways to speed up your journey to the gate.

• What’s the difference between CLEAR Plus and TSA PreCheck®? CLEAR Plus offers a quicker method to verify your identity, allowing you to bypass crowded lines for ID checks, whereas TSA PreCheck® speeds up the physical screening so you can keep your shoes, laptop, belt, etc. on. Use them together for a smoother and less stressful airport experience.

Ready to hit the road? Discover more about the benefits of CLEAR Plus and how to start enrolling here.

Insider Tips

More strategies for a smoother holiday travel experience. No matter how you’re getting to your destination—by train, plane, or car—there are several ways to minimize the stress of holiday travel. Travel + Leisure offers 15 tips to simplify your trips, including the important advice that rental cars should be booked right away.

Community Highlights

To celebrate Native American Heritage Month, we reached out to @athabascan.adventures for insights on being respectful travelers when exploring Native and Indigenous territories—here’s her valuable advice. 

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