In the desert, any patch of green may seem like a lifesaver, with water and shade. But for some places in the Sahara Desert, an oasis may not be so for all who travel there. For underneath the lush exterior, something more sinister waits.
Find the best deals on credit cards, insurance and more
Whether you’re signing up for a new cellular plan, applying for a credit card, buying an internet connection, or anything else, you want to make sure you’re getting the best deal. However, given how many options you typically have, that isn’t easy.
It gets even harder when you add in sales hype, confusing terminology, deals that come and go and fine print. It’s almost enough to make you just pick something at random and be done with it. However, there’s a better way.
Check out a site called MyRatePlan that’s been offering comparison help since 1999. It deals with cellphones and cellphone plans, home phones, business phones, credit cards, bank accounts, TV service, internet service, entertainment bundles, insurance and travel. Just select your category and tell the site what you’re looking for. It finds you plans and deals that match what you want.
However, MyRatePlan doesn’t just give you options and leave you in a vacuum. It also explains what you’re looking at. Under the credit card section, for example, it gives a detailed explanation of credit card types, unravels some of the terms you’ll encounter, and explains why certain ones are good for specific situations. It even has articles on paying off credit card debt.
Whatever section you choose, be sure to scroll down all the way to see the available information.
Say goodbye to security lines with the latest airport tech
Travel can be stressful, and waiting in long lines and struggling through security isn’t a great start to any summer getaway. But airports are getting major upgrades to help travelers navigate terminals more efficiently. In this episode of Komando on Demand, Kim looks at how airports are trying to ease the burden on travelers.
Getting online overseas -- Funny sign goes viral on social media -- Alternatives to Gmail
If you travel overseas and you need to get online, would you know what to do? Have you ever seen a road sign that made you laugh out loud? And what’s a better email option than Gmail? Listen in as Kim answers these questions and provides you with information and laughs.
To 'Digital Nomads' the world is their office
Imagine ridding yourself of all but the most essential items to travel and live around the world, while still running a business. Digital devices make such a lifestyle possible. Listen as one American couple talks about the exhilaration of leaving most of their possessions behind to live and work as “Digital Nomads.” But, as you’ll hear, it’s not all fun and games. It takes a lot of work to make it work.
How downsizing brought a couple closer together than ever
After retirement, Hal and Jackie decided to downsize, live in an RV and travel the country. What started out as a fun idea became a new lifestyle and the adventure of a lifetime. Their love grew stronger and they are now inseparable. Listen to their story, their day to day life on the road, and what they learned along the way.
Tired of the TSA lines? Airport tech is the wave of the future
Are you dreading holiday travel this year? From mile-long security lines to taking off shoes and going through humiliating security scanners, holiday travel can be stressful. But, airports are getting major upgrades that will help travelers navigate the terminal more efficiently. In this episode of Komando on Demand, Kim looks at how airports are trying to make things easier on travelers in order to alleviate stress during the holidays.
A new school year, high-tech distractions, and concerned parents
School distractions are nothing new. They are the bane of parents all over the world. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, travel back in time as Kim looks at the history of what has distracted students going back decades ago. Modern day parents seem to be in good company.
Summer Travel - How safe is public Wi-Fi
When traveling or simply out in a public place, you are tempted to use public Wi-Fi. But be careful! They’re not safe. Follow these steps to reduce your risks of being hacked.
Social media levels the playing field with air travel
If you’re being treated rudely by a crewmember of a major airline, you can’t confront them directly or you could be arrested. But the good news is, you can use consumer tech!
4 things you must do to get your smartphone ready for summer travel
With summer around the corner, you’re likely planning weekend trips and family vacations. Whether you’re going to another state or another country, don’t miss these four most important things for your smartphone to have on hand when traveling.
Downsizing for the freedom of the open road - Part 1
One couple sells everything they have; including the kitchen sink, to travel the highways and byways of the United States. You’ll learn from their mistakes and find out if you have the right stuff to make it without a home base. Listen to my free podcast to hear their story.
A word of caution about Trip Adviser
The worlds largest travel site may be in trouble for deleting reviews
Google: Does it makes us dumb or smarter?
How often do you turn to your device for answers about health concerns, creating travel plans, where to eat, and directions to get there? If your answer is “All the time” you’re not alone. But could our dependence on tech be inhibiting us from thinking critically and making decisions? While the jury is out about whether or not our tech is really dumbing us down, there might be some evidence that we are relying on tech to perform things that used to define us as uniquely human.