Thread: Travel Aids, Gadgets & Devices

If I read that correctly, this device can be linked up with the hotel's wireless signal to give you better signal strength in your room. That would be a great addition to my travel bag! I know I certainly could have used something like that while we were in Monument Valley. Great signal in the lobby, absolutely nothing in my room (we were at the far end of the hall).

CPAP Discussion

Originally Posted by Tony757

I was in 30D on a 777, with no one beside me. I hooked up my CPAP machine and tried to sleep, but no luck. I was a very tired puppy when I got to my hotel.

Originally Posted by flyingbusman

I'm curious on how you use the cpap on board as I use one as well but never bother to bring it on-board as there is not always a power outlet

Originally Posted by Tony757

If I know I'm gonna be on aircraft that has power outlets, I bring the machine with me esp if I think I'm getting F or C. C class on UA is so narrow tho, it's tough for me to get it all hooked up. There's no storage, so I have to throw it under the seat after I recline it flat. Noise doesn't really bother anyone but I tell my seatmates that if it should bother them to please let me know so I can disconnect. Econ Plus on the 777 has it, down low between the seats. There's just not enough recline for me to really even try though.

Great Travel Apps


FAAWait ($0.99) airport delay info, where, why and how long.

Gas Buddy - (free) no longer do I pull into the highest priced station in town.

GateGuru - (free) - mainly US airports - map of the airport-food, shopping, services and reviews. No longer will you be settling for a pretzel when just a few gates down there’s a ‘Pappadeaux‘ serving a very nice crawfish platter - who knew.

Hotel Tonight - (free) same-day hotel discounts. Bumped and don’t know a soul in town; this will help you find a place to hang your hat and at a good price too.
You can’t request bed type, so works for one or a couple.
I haven’t had to fall back on this one yet (plan A has been working) but according to reliable sources - it’s a keeper.

The Room - ($1.99) A storyline puzzle game - if you like mysteries, solving riddles, gorgeous graphics and there’s a safe too - this game is for you.

If we're talking about apps, the UA app is absolutely essential if you're travelling on UA. Especially from smaller line stations without the screens with standby lists. You can view standby lists, upgrade lists, seat map, and change your flight and view booking totals. I'm not sure if those last two features are available with a ZED PNR (I know that standard nonrevs have those options) but it's still pretty awesome.