Hi {{Name|Fellow Traveler}},

I hope you had a good week. Thank you for reading my work each week. I have some new readers, so welcome.

The photo is of Buccoo in Tobago.

Last weekend was not a pretty one for the weather in the northeast at all. I hope you were able to get where you wanted to go with minimal issues.

There is a bit of a lull now, so make use of the open flights. Easter is coming, and this will change.

If you’ve not done so already, remember to sign up for Flight Loads, (https://flightloads.passrider.com), my new anonymous load-sharing service. And spread the word, please.

Caribbean Talk

Here’s a new article I just published for you. It will help you understand some popular Caribbean expressions and food names on your next visit.

Speaking of the Caribbean, last October I visited Tobago. I stayed at this little Guest House. Here’s a review of the place.

New Videos

I’ve also posted several new videos. Here’s one of them:

Get The Non-Rev Playbooks

If you’ve already purchased; thank you. I’m now working on the third in the series. Can you guess which region?

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The Caribbean Island Non-Rev Planning Playbook

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Non-revving to the Caribbean can turn into “how do I get home?” real fast. I built a short, practical reference for airline employees so you can plan smarter schedule options and backups before ...

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PS: I’ve set the introductory price very low as an introductory offer. My book proceeds go right back into keeping Passrider running and creating travel content to make your travels smoother and maximize your travel benefits. I appreciate your support.

TRAVEL EVENTS CALENDAR

  • Ramadan - Evening of Tuesday, February 17, 2026 – Thursday, March 19, 2026

  • Winter Paralympics 2026 (Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo), Italy) - Friday, March 6 - Sunday, March 15, 2026

  • U.S. Spring Forward - Sunday, March 8, 2026

  • March Madness - Sunday, March 15, 2026 - Monday, April 6, 2026

  • Europe Spring Forward - Sunday, March 29, 2026

  • Passover - Evening of Wednesday, April 1, 2026 – Thursday, April 9, 2026

  • Good Friday - Friday April 3, 2026

  • Easter Sunday - Sunday April 5, 2026

  • Easter Monday - Monday April 6, 2026

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Learn more: https://www.passrider.com/join.

Are You Looking For Flight Loads?

Check the brand new application I’ve created at https://flightloads.passrider.com for active and retired airline employees. It’s in beta testing, so let me know what you think.

✈️ Passrider Non-Rev Travel Tip of the Week

Don't Overlook Connecting Flights for Better Odds

When popular nonstop routes are showing full, check connecting options—even if they seem less convenient. A flight with a connection often has better seat availability because revenue passengers pay a premium for nonstops.

The strategy: Instead of competing with 15 other nonrevs on the packed nonstop, you might be the only standby passenger on a connecting itinerary through a hub. Yes, it adds time, but it significantly improves your chances of actually getting there.

Action step: When checking loads, always look at 1-stop options through your airline's hubs. Sometimes leaving an hour earlier on a connection gets you to your destination before the oversold nonstop even departs.

My Caribbean and European Playbooks has a ton of tips you can use.

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