Jack Hawkins articles

Discover what to do when you pay for priority boarding but still watch families and half the plane board before you. Learn why it happens, whether you should request a refund, and how to navigate airline boarding systems with confidence. A fun, engaging guide for frustrated travelers seeking answers and practical solutions.

Discover the astonishing story of a $4 thrift-store vase in Maryland that turned out to be a genuine 1,200-year-old Maya artifact. Learn how the piece was identified, authenticated, and ultimately repatriated to Mexico, highlighting modern efforts to protect cultural heritage and the remarkable journey of an ancient treasure hidden in plain sight.

A woman’s romantic getaway turns into chaos when her boyfriend breaks up with her mid-trip—then sends her a Venmo request for half the cost. Explore this relatable, humorous, and insightful deep-dive into relationship expectations, boundaries, and modern breakup etiquette.

A worried mother struggles to sit next to her child on a crowded commercial flight after a seatmate refuses to switch seats. Explore why airlines often fail to keep families together, what passengers can do, and how to handle stressful in-flight seating conflicts with confidence and compassion.

Flying with your dog soon? Airlines all have different pet rules—and they can be confusing. Here’s your complete, easy-to-follow guide on what to know before booking a flight with your furry travel buddy.

When a dream getaway turns into heartbreak, can you get your money back? Discover expert-backed tips on how to recover travel costs after a breakup, from flight refunds to hotel credits—and learn how to turn emotional loss into financial (and personal) recovery.

Accidentally typed the wrong name on your airline ticket? Don’t panic! Learn what happens if your ticket doesn’t match your ID, when airlines let you fix typos for free, and when you might need to rebook. Find out how to avoid costly mistakes and keep your travel plans on track.

In March 2025, a New Orleans couple unearthed an astonishing piece of history while gardening — a 1,900-year-old Roman gravestone missing since World War II. Their discovery sparked an international investigation linking an ordinary backyard to ancient Rome, wartime Europe, and modern-day archaeology.