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June 3, 2023

Happy Saturday, Insiders! Our reporters have been digging into a travel trend that you can’t seem to get enough of: skiplagging. So today, we’re breaking down what to know about that travel hack — and why airlines hate it. Plus, we’re taking a look at all the other tips, tricks, and recommendations you need to plan your summer vacation. Shall we?

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THE BIG STORY

Skiplagging

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In an era of sky-high airfares, there’s no shortage of travel hacks. But few have got airlines as riled up as “skiplagging.”

Skiplagging involves booking a flight with a layover in the intended destination city. When the traveler arrives at the layover point, they simply ditch the second leg of the journey. People are saving hundreds using this strategy, so we broke down how to do it.

But also, you might want to be careful. Though the strategy is legal, air carriers aren’t afraid to take action against people it catches trying the hack. Some airlines, including American, even include language in their contracts prohibiting customers from “purchasing a ticket without intending to fly all flights to gain lower fares.”

For many, however, it’s worth the risk to save a few hundred dollars. One frequent flyer who’s been skiplagging for decades told Insider: “Ultimately, I have no remorse and no angst.”

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VACATION PLANNING

Airport delays, best luggage, & more

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The 11 best luggage brands for all your summer travels, including carry-ons from brands such as Away and Bric’s to help you avoid baggage delays.
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Flying private is cheaper than you think. From JSX to Aero, here are six airlines to consider for your next trip.
Airbnb hosts told us the 12 things they wished they could tell you, including that they’d rather leave the rental platform out of the process and that they’d know if you moved their furniture.
Hawaiian Airlines just launched its route to a South Pacific destination that was previously hard to reach for American tourists.

TAKE A LOOK

Ultraluxe glamping

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You can stay in a 1,260-square-foot Four Seasons camping tent for almost $4,000 a night. The tents have air conditioning, private pools, and king-size beds. See what it's like at the adults-only resort.

WATCH THIS

‘Food Tours’: London

If you're heading to London this summer: Our hosts traveled across the city to find the best burger. Watch their journey in this episode of “Food Tours.”

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This edition was compiled by compiled Lisa Ryan and Hallam Bullock and edited by Nick Siwek and Jordan Parker Erb. Get in touch: insidertoday@insider.com.

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