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TSA PreCheck, CLEAR, or Both? A Guide to Help You Decide

by matilda October 20, 2021
written by matilda

If you travel often, you probably daydream about how to make the airport experience quick, easy, and frictionless. Because when it comes to navigating airport security, there can be a lot of unanticipated hiccups—long lines, misplaced IDs and boarding passes, extra security checks—that slow you down.

That’s where expedited screening programs come in.

But knowing which program meets your needs can be tricky. To help, we’ve taken a closer look at the two programs available—TSA PreCheck and CLEAR—their benefits and costs, plus how they work together if you’re interested in joining both.

Here’s what you need to know to make a decision.

What is TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck is a trusted traveler program that allows you to quickly move through airport security. The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Once you’ve been approved as a low-risk traveler, you gain access to an expedited security line where you don’t have to remove or separately scan your laptop, liquids, shoes, or jackets.

A five-year membership costs $85 for initial enrollment and is available to all U.S. citizens or permanent U.S. residents. Becoming a member of TSA PreCheck involves a five minute online application followed by a ten minute in-person interview at an enrollment center (such as your local airport), which includes a background check and fingerprinting.

Supplemental reading: Skipping Airport Security Lines Is a Matter of Biometrics

More than 200 domestic airports participate in the program—check to see if your home airport does here—as well as 80 international and domestic airlines. (Note: You need to fly on an airline and via airports that participate to access the PreCheck lane.) Once you’re approved, all you have to do is enter your Known Traveler Number (KTN) when booking a flight.

Note that you are not guaranteed TSA PreCheck for every flight. If you have TSA PreCheck and your boarding pass isn’t marked as such, it’s worth mentioning this at the airline check-in counter to see if the designation can be added to your travel documents. In the future, make sure all of your frequent flyer accounts have your KTN listed and in the appropriate field. This will make booking easier and passing through security lines faster.

DYK? With TripIt Pro, you can find out security wait times—including those for TSA PreCheck lanes—for select airports before you even arrive at the airport. Armed with this intel, you can compare which lane is fastest and head straight there as soon as you arrive curbside. You can also use Interactive Airport Maps to locate amenities near each security checkpoint, like restrooms, restaurants, COVID-19 testing sites, and more.

Many travel credit cards offer complimentary TSA PreCheck membership as a statement credit. Check to see if yours does. Likewise, if you’re interested in joining the program, that perk alone might help you decide which credit card to sign up for.

What is CLEAR?

CLEAR is a registered traveler program that allows members to quickly verify their identities at dedicated security kiosks. Unlike TSA PreCheck, CLEAR is a privately owned program certified by the Department of Homeland Security. Instead of using traditional photo identification documents (such as a driver’s license or passport), CLEAR uses biometrics. Specifically, the program scans your fingerprints and/or the irises of your eyes to verify your identity.

The program replaces the need for a TSA representative to check your boarding pass and photo ID. After your identity is confirmed, a CLEAR Ambassador escorts you directly to the next step of security—the physical and luggage scanning stage.

CLEAR membership runs $179 per year. You can sign up online and then complete your application at an airport kiosk in just a matter of minutes. If you’re flying out of one of CLEAR’s 35+ airports, you can also sign up for the service on-site.

Ready for even more good news? With a TripIt Pro membership, you can try CLEAR on a four month free trial, plus you’ll receive a discounted annual rate of $149.

Can I become a member of both TSA PreCheck and CLEAR?

In short, yes! Since a CLEAR membership expedites the ID-checking part and TSA PreCheck expedites the security line part, you can use the two programs together to make navigating airport security as quick as possible.

Do you need both programs? Well, that’s entirely up to you, but here are a few things to consider:

  • Cost: As a reminder, TSA PreCheck costs $85 for five years (many travel credit cards offer this as statement credit) and CLEAR costs $179 for one year (TripIt Pro members get a discount).
  • Availability: TSA PreCheck is more widely available than CLEAR; 200 airports versus nearly 40 (at the time of publication). That said, CLEAR also helps expedite entry to other venues in the U.S., including sports stadiums and concert venues. Also bear in mind that while an airport has a TSA PreCheck line, it might not always be in service or you might not be selected for expedited screening by your airline. With CLEAR, you always have access to the CLEAR lane. CLEAR has also launched a Health Pass in their app to easily store and access your COVID-19 vaccination information, negative test results, and more.
  • Your home airport: Given the availability of each program, be sure to check if your home (or most frequented) airport(s) offers one or both. One program might be more valuable to you than the other simply based on the likelihood that you’ll get to use it.

While some travelers opt for TSA PreCheck and others for CLEAR, both programs help you more quickly navigate your travel journey. As the travel landscape continues to evolve, you may find one program is a better fit than the other, or that their complementary benefits make your life on the road easier. What matters is choosing the program that suits your travel style best—and makes getting to your destination that much more enjoyable.

The post TSA PreCheck, CLEAR, or Both? A Guide to Help You Decide appeared first on TripIt Blog.

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New Places to go in Nova Scotia for 2021 and A Chance to Win Nova Scotia Lobster

by matilda October 20, 2021
written by matilda

Sponsored by Visit Nova Scotia

While the world was locked down in place for the last year and a half, some people took that opportunity to slow down. But not in Nova Scotia tourism. During the lockdown, Nova Scotia travel businesses took the opportunity to build up new infrastructure, new experiences and new places to go in Nova Scotia!

On August 9th – Canada opened back up to Americans and Nova Scotia was ready to welcome them with new attractions, hotels, and more. During the pandemic I’ve been in close touch with my friends in Halifax and they’ve been keeping me up to date on all of the new happenings – and now I get to share them with you!

Not only do I get to share the new places to go in Nova Scotia in 2021 and beyond, but I get to give away Nova Scotia live lobster! That’s right…I haven’t been able to go to Nova Scotia for a couple of years, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t have that incredible, sweet Nova Scotia lobster! So let’s get to the fun stuff first – LOBSTER!

Ohhhh…I need one of these

Enter for your Chance to Win Nova Scotia Lobster

50,000 tons of lobster are hauled from Nova Scotia waters every year and there almost just as many ways to serve it. Lobster my favorite thing to eat in Nova Scotia…in fact, it’s about the only thing I eat there!

I’m giving away Lobster from Nova Scotia that will be delivered to your door…while they are still alive! Talk about FRESH.

I recently did this experience myself this summer and it was so fun – and soooooo delicious. The lobsters were delivered overnight, I got some cooking tips from the Kilted Chef, Alain Bossé, over Zoom, and then I took them to my girlfriend’s apartment where Jules and I made a feast!

How to Enter to Win Nova Scotia Lobster

However, to enter to win – I’m going to send you on a little scavenger hunt to rediscover Nova Scotia! You will need to read this article about the Things to do in Nova Scotia on a Road Trip and then answer the questions in the contest to be entered to win.

What You Can Win

I suggest you share this lobster contest with all of your friends…after all, if they win, you’ll be invited over for lobster dinner…or at least you better be invited over if they are any kind of friend!

New Places to go in Nova Scotia for 2021

I also wanted to share with you a few of the cool new experiences and lodging that Nova Scotia has been working on during the pandemic. This is a chance to rediscover Nova Scotia and I can’t wait to get back there and try out some of these!

Hit the Trail – Taste Nova Scotia’s New Food and Drink Trails

Get your passport out and wear something with a comfortable waistband! Nova Scotia has 3 different food/drink trails where you can overindulge in the wonderful culinary scene.

The Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail Canada’s first winery, craft brewery, cidery and distillery trail, is a toast to the craftsmanship and creativity of the numerous wineries, craft breweries, cideries and distilleries.

In addition to the Good Cheer Trail, there is also a Chowder Trail and Lobster Trail.

A New Halifax National Historic Site

The newest addition to Nova Scotia’s National Historic Sites family is Georges Island. It’s located in the heart of Halifax harbor, the place the Mi’kmaq called Kjipuktuk or “The Great Harbour.”

You can get to the island by shuttle boat or kayaking (yes please!). Once there discover how this small island and its fortifications played a large role as a prison, as an internment camp for Acadians, in the development of Nova Scotia and in the overall defense of Canada.

I loved the Halifax Citadel when I visited Nova Scotia – so I can imagine this new Historic Site is also incredible. Plus it has some great views of the city.

More Information on Georges Island

Peggy’s Cove – An Old Favorite Gets a New Look

A short (and scenic) drive from Halifax you’ll come to Peggy’s Cove, a small fishing village with a well-known lighthouse. It’s probably one of the most visited sights in Nova Scotia…and it’s worth it! Built in 1915, Peggy’s Point Lighthouse still keeps watch over surging ocean waves and working lobster boats.

No longer will you have to amble over giant rocks worn smooth by the sea and to get to the lighthouse! A new viewing deck is being built this year that will be fully accessible and safe. The new design looks beautiful!

This is one of the most photographed lighthouses in the world. And Nova Scotia has over 150 more! See below how you can even sleep in some.

More Information: Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse – BTW – you can have a personal lobster feast out by Peggy’s Point too!

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I have written a lot about places to go in Nova Scotia – it’s one of my favorite places I’ve traveled. You can see my Things to do in Nova Scotia as well as a one day itinerary to Cape Breton here.


A 6th UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark tells the story of the coming together of the supercontinent Pangea 300 million years ago and it’s ripping apart 100 million years later like nowhere else on Earth. The Bay of Fundy is one of the coolest things to experience in North America in my opinion – so I’m thrilled that it got this designation!

The Global Geopark includes a 165 km drive along the stunning Bay of Fundy shoreline from Debert to Apple River. There are numerous attractions and operations located within the Geopark such as hiking trails, provincial parks, community and provincial museums, lighthouses, beaches. Plus, there are many operators offering tours there such as kayaking, hiking, boat trips, and horseback riding. Or simply explore the geological significance of the region and its connections to local communities, the rich Mi’kmaq culture, and natural surroundings of this amazing area.

More Information: Cliffs of Fundy GeoPark

New Food and Drink Experiences in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is home to many delicious and innovative food producers and shops that offer amazing and unique culinary treats that are sure to delight the foodie in us all. From maple syrup and lobster to artisanal cheeses, chocolates, gin, and more. In fact, this is the area that I think there has been the most experiences created last year.

Gourmet By Nature

Photo courtesy of Visit Nova Scotia

This small group experience focuses on wild food experiences for curious foodies, foragers and nature watchers. You explore the wild landscape of Nova Scotia, connect with nature, forage and dine in the outdoors – all in gourmet style, and in all seasons. Chef Sean will teach you how to prepare and eat local wild foods that are sourced from the forests, lakes, streams, oceans and fields of Nova Scotia.

The food prep is all done in an outdoor kitchen. Wood fired cooking is a focus, using wild edibles, foraged foods from the property and wild game.

More information about Gourmet By Nature

Starlight Culinary Experience

Eat under the stars, and learn about them at the same time! Indulge in a luxury wilderness escape at the world’s first starlight hotel, Trout Point Lodge. Savor an artfully prepared Nova Scotia gourmet dinner featuring courses curated by your chef and sommelier. Wind your way along the river and through the forest with your guide, where the depths of the night sky are revealed.

This experience also includes a room at the luxurious Trout Point Lodge.

More Information on Trout Point Lodge

Treasure Hunt and Lobster Experience

Photo courtesy of Visit Nova Scotia

Cruise to your very own island and create lobster appetizers with the chef to savor between standup paddle boarding and beach relaxation. Plus, get a little treasure hunting history with a guided boat tour of Oak Island: From the water, get a unique perspective of this mysterious island, site of the world’s longest running treasure hunt!

More Information on this unique lobster experience

Maple Indulgence Experience

Photo courtesy of Visit Nova Scotia

I love the thought of this new tour at a ‘sugar camp’…a chance to dig deeper into the famous Canadian maple syrup! Discover the terroir of maple syrup on an exclusive, after-hours tasting tour with the owner. You can get cozy by the fire as a culinary artist creates five outstanding farm-to-table courses before your eyes, featuring sweet, savory and smoky maple flavors. Plus a maple inspired cocktail!

More Information on the Maple Indulgence Experience

GINstitute By the Sea

I was so excited when I read about this new tour – it’s about my favorite spirit…gin! At Steinhart Distillery you can craft your very own gin! Forage for ingredients and select from an array of spices and citrus to create your unique flavors with the distiller. With the help of the distiller, create and bottle a gin or vodka that’s completely your own!

  • Photo courtesy of Visit Nova Scotia
  • Photo courtesy of Visit Nova Scotia

And it doesn’t stop there, you also get German-inspired local delicacies, paired with Nova Scotia cocktails, as you perfect your craft. Plus, you can stay overnight at their ocean view chalet.

More Information on the GINstitute by the Sea

Dining on the Ocean Floor

One of my favorite things about Nova Scotia is the giant tide changes of the Bay of Fundy – it’s a sight to see. Now you can get an ‘close to the ground’ experience by dining on the ocean floor at low tide!

Photo courtesy of Visit Nova Scotia

Begin by learning about the wild edibles of Nova Scotia, followed by a lunchtime seafood feast where you meet the Chef and enjoy beer and wine pairings. Then enjoy a guided tour of the ocean floor, then take a seat at a dining table with a view of the incoming tide for an intimate 3- course dinner on the ocean floor; all followed by an ocean floor campfire.

More Information about Dining on the Ocean Floor

Don’t Miss the Lobster Crawl

February just happens to be the peak of the lobster season along the entire South Shore of Nova Scotia; from Barrington (the Lobster Capital of Canada) to Peggy’s Cove and every port in between – you can expect all kinds of lobster celebrations as part of the Lobster Crawl Festival.

Not only can you eat inordinate amounts of Nova Scotia Lobster in February, there are also a number of lobster experiences you can have during the festival too. From lobster snow sculptures to lobster beer, cooking classes to kitchen parties, wine pairings to art shows, fishery tours to “lobster” wool.

This festival is definitely on my radar now that we can get into Canada again!

Food and Drink Experiences in Nova Scotia, Canada. Learn about all of the new places to go in Nova Scotia for 2021. This list will help you rediscover Nova Scotia and plan your next trip.” data-medium-file=”https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-food-and-drink-200×300.jpg” data-large-file=”https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-food-and-drink-800×1200.jpg” data-pin-description=”Food and Drink Experiences in Nova Scotia, Canada. Learn about all of the new places to go in Nova Scotia for 2021. This list will help you rediscover Nova Scotia and plan your next trip.” data-pin-title=”Food and Drink Experiences in Nova Scotia, Canada” src=”https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-food-and-drink-800×1200.jpg” alt=”Food and Drink Experiences in Nova Scotia, Canada” class=”wp-image-43688″ width=”400″ height=”600″ srcset=”https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-food-and-drink-800×1200.jpg 800w, https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-food-and-drink-200×300.jpg 200w, https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-food-and-drink-768×1152.jpg 768w, https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-food-and-drink.jpg 1000w” sizes=”(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px”>

New Places to Stay in Nova Scotia

In addition to all of the new food experiences, there’s seems to be an large number of new and unique places to stay in Nova Scotia for 2021 and beyond!

MUIR @ The Queen’s Marque -Opening in fall 2021, MUIR will be a 5-star property on the Halifax waterfront with 109 hotel rooms and suites with custom-designed furniture, a speakeasy, a private guest-only art gallery and so much more! This is a Marriott Autograph Collection property located in Halifax.

Stay in an Oasis Pod at a National Park – stay in a tear drop-shaped ‘duplex’, with a convertible table/bed on the main level and suspended hammock loft above. Spend the night under a natural canopy and fall asleep admiring the stars! I must admit – this looks pretty cool – and even better – it’s located in  Kejimkujik National Park.

Glamping at Grand Pre National Historic Park -Glamp in an o’TENTik, a cross between tent and rustic cabin. You can actually do this at a number of the National Parks and Historic Sites in Nova Scotia. Sleeping area for up to 4 adults, or 2 adults with kids. Located in Annapolis Valley.

Inn at the Winery at Grand Pre – Canada’s oldest winery has developed the family farm house into a new Inn – so now you can stay at the winery! In addition, they’ve also added a Chef’s Table Dining where up to 10 guests seated at the Chef’s Table interacting with Chef Jason Lynch as the meal is being prepared. Located in Annapolis Valley.

Ketch Floating Cottage – fully-equipped 400 sq ft floating home. Features a loft bedroom, kitchen, bathroom with a shower and electric marine toilet and access to fire pit, kayaks and a 200 sq ft deck. Located in LaHave.

Cabot Trail Tiny House Rentals – tiny homes on wheels overlooking Margaree Harbor. Includes kitchen with all the amenities, living space with AC & heated floors, soaker tub with shower option 2 sleeping lofts. Located in Margaree Harbor Cape Breton.

Valley View Chalets – year-round chalets with breathtaking views of the Margaree Valley. Includes a 200 sq/ft veranda, full kitchen, washroom, AC, Wifi, satellite smart TVs, electric fireplaces. Located in Margaree Valley Cape Breton.

La Boatique – 45 ft cruiser is East Coast Canada’s first floating B&B aft & forward cabins, ensuite bathrooms with a shower, a spacious salon with aft deck and a dining area. Located in Yarmouth

Vintage Boler – vintage 1974 Boler trailer has been completely re-done
parked lakeside on a small cove includes the use of two kayaks, a canoe and paddle boat. Located in New Albany

Vicar’s View Lighthouse – Offering your own private, two level lighthouse themed ensuite with a small garage for a couple of motorcycles, a sports car or even a place for snowmobiles for the winter visitor, the design and details of these three lighthouse suites are inspired to suit a touring couple’s needs with a kitchenette and all required amenities. Located in Cape Breton.

Private Island Yurt for Two – stay in a dreamy hand crafted yurt on your very own private island. Fall asleep star-gazing through the yurt’s skylight and wake up to the sounds of waves lapping, birds calling, and a delicious local breakfast. Includes kayaking tour, picnic baskets, bicycle rental. Located at Blue Rocks.

The Tower at Compass Distillers – sleep at the top of the tower just steps from Compass Distillers Tasting Room … literally! Two level, two bedroom apartment with harbor view, rooftop deck and BBQ. Located in Halifax.

Train Station Inn – spend the night in your very own caboose! Recently renovated to include upgrades and new amenities yet still reflects the age of the railway car. Located in Tatamagouche.

Places to stay in Nova Scotia, Canada Learn about all of the new places to go in Nova Scotia for 2021. This list will help you rediscover Nova Scotia and plan your next trip.” data-medium-file=”https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-places-to-stay-200×300.jpg” data-large-file=”https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-places-to-stay-800×1200.jpg” data-pin-description=”Places to stay in Nova Scotia, Canada Learn about all of the new places to go in Nova Scotia for 2021. This list will help you rediscover Nova Scotia and plan your next trip.” data-pin-title=”Places to stay in Nova Scotia, Canada” src=”https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-places-to-stay-800×1200.jpg” alt=”Places to stay in Nova Scotia, Canada” class=”wp-image-43685″ width=”400″ height=”600″ srcset=”https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-places-to-stay-800×1200.jpg 800w, https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-places-to-stay-200×300.jpg 200w, https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-places-to-stay-768×1152.jpg 768w, https://www.ottsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/nova-scotia-places-to-stay.jpg 1000w” sizes=”(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px”>

I can’t wait to rediscover these new places to go in Nova Scotia – what about you?

AND, I can’t wait to give away these lobster feasts in honor of Canada reopening!

My favorite – boiled. Simple and delicious.

Make sure you take the Rediscover Nova Scotia quiz and enter for the lobster drawing by August 27th!

The post New Places to go in Nova Scotia for 2021 and A Chance to Win Nova Scotia Lobster appeared first on Ottsworld Unique Travel Experiences.

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Need a Break From Coffee? A Dietician Shares the 13 Best Teas for Energy

by matilda October 20, 2021
written by matilda

Get your brew on.

The post Need a Break From Coffee? A Dietician Shares the 13 Best Teas for Energy appeared first on Camille Styles.

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