The Journal
Notes from the travel office
Tips & Hacks · January 20, 2026
Your Guide to TSA's REAL ID Enforcement
Starting February 1, 2026, TSA requires a REAL ID-compliant license or passport. Here is what to know before you fly.
Tips & Hacks · May 7, 2025
TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, or CLEAR: Which One Do You Really Need?
A clear-eyed comparison of the three programs — and which combination suits the way you travel.
Myths · May 7, 2025
MYTH: I Won’t Get My Points if I Book Through a Travel Agent
Your status is acknowledged and your points are preserved when you book with Collective Travel Design.
Tips & Hacks · May 7, 2025
Why We Don’t Book Airbnbs — And What We Do Instead
Why we only work with professionally managed homes and villas — and how we find the right one for you.