Review Geek - How to Save Money on Plane Tickets

July 5, 2023

If you haven’t booked your summer holiday travel flights yet, prices are starting to increase. And while you can obviously save money with earned credit miles or book a lower-tier airline, those aren’t your only options for getting a good deal. In our top story, we’ll share a few tricks to help anyone with the travel bug choose a surprise destination and get there while (hopefully) staying under budget.

Other Highlights:

• Several popular HBO shows are coming to Netflix.
• Aston Martin has several luxury all-electric vehicles on the way.
• Tidal’s cheapest plan is about to cost more money.
• … and more!

-Cory

Flying can be a wonderfully speedy and convenient experience, but plane tickets are often expensive. Whether you’re taking a necessary flight to see family or you’re just looking for a cheap getaway to a foreign place, there are plenty of ways you can save money on plane tickets. Read More »

Check out the Hideout Hoodie from Big Blanket Co. - the ultimate cozy companion for those cold and lazy days! Made with ultra-soft Sherpa fleece, this hoodie has a built-in eye mask, kangaroo pouch, and cuffed sleeves with thumb holes for extra comfort. Plus! if you order now, you can save 20% on your purchase.

We all need a little comfort in this stressful world, and for a lot of us, rewatching our favorite shows (like The Office) provides just that. You likely already have a list of comfort shows that you play on repeat during times of stress and uncertainty, but there’s no harm in adding some other options to your list. Read More »

Smart light bars can transform the look, feel, and overall ambiance of your desk, office, or living space with vibrant and vivid colors. With different scene, lighting, and music modes, as well as voice commands, among other features, the best smart light bars allow you to enjoy more immersive entertainment. Read More »

Wordle was just too easy, wasn’t it? You probably left that behind and moved on to Quordle, the true “hard mode” of the word-guessing game format. But now you’re stuck and so close to failing. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with a hint—and if you really need it, today’s Quordle Answers. Read More »

Are you a huge fan of Wordle and absolutely stuck today? Let me guess; you’re hanging out on guess four or five and feeling the pressure. We get it entirely: nothing feels worse than losing your streak. If you’re not ready to outright cheat, we have you covered with hints and today’s Wordle answer. Read More »

Prime Day is still a week away, but Prime members can save 53% on the Fire HD 10 tablet thanks to an early deal. This tablet is already super affordable, but it’s a steal at the discounted price of $89.

The 2021 model of Amazon Fire HD 10 features USB-C charging, an upgraded processor, a webcam for video calls, and a 12-hour battery life. It’s an excellent product for browsing the web, playing games, reading ebooks, streaming videos, or even doing a bit of work.

Over the last few decades, HBO has delivered some of the most successful or groundbreaking series, many of which are headed to Netflix. For starters, all five seasons of the hit comedy-drama series Insecure are available on Netflix in the US, with more on the way. Read More »

We already know that LEGO sets come in all shapes and sizes and at various price points, but the latest LEGO Technics build is the lineup’s biggest one yet. I’m talking about the massive new Liebherr Crawler Crane LR 13000 for $700.  Read More »

The British luxury sports car maker Aston Martin is ready to dive into the world of electric cars. The company recently confirmed its plan to release four fancy high-performance EVs, starting with the hybrid Valhalla featured in a James Bond movie from 2021. Read More »

Just three years after its launch, the TiVo Stream 4K is really starting to show its age. But its latest problem is a bit weird—due to a website redesign, TiVo has accidentally broken the Stream 4K’s setup process. This problem should be resolved on July 5th, thankfully. Read More »

In celebration of Disney’s 100th anniversary, LEGO is launching a massive Disney Castle set that contains 4,837 individual pieces. The set is based on Cinderella’s Castle at Disney World, and it includes a bunch of interesting details, such as fireworks. Read More »

After a few years of playing it safe, music services are starting to raise their prices. And the latest platform with a price hike is Tidal. Beginning August 1st, customers with a Tidal HiFi membership will pay $11 a month, up from the previous price of $10 a month. Read More »

Airline rules and regulations are designed to ensure your comfort and safety, as well as the comfort and safety of everyone else on board. But there are also quite a few unspoken rules that should be followed while you’re soaring through the sky. Read More »

We all get a little anxious when our calls or messages don’t get through. You might even worry if that person has you blocked. But how can you actually know if you’ve been blocked on iPhone and iMessage? There’s no one way to know for sure, but certain factors can offer clues. Read More »

Millions of people remember Windows 7 fondly, but speak of Windows 8 and you get mostly scowls in response. What went wrong with Windows 8 and does it really deserve the disastrous reputation it has? Read More »

The Roborock S7 Max Ultra is one of the company’s new 2023 robot vacuum and mop machines. After testing the all-in-one device for nearly a month, I can confidently say Roborock has another winner on its hands with this model. However, it does come at a cost. Read More »