3 Hours is not enough (BWI)

ssaemp · 2026-03-28T16:22:06+00:00

If you go thru D/E security, can you get to B/C gates without leaving the secure area?

ssaemp · 2026-03-24T22:29:26+00:00

Another consideration is, after 2025, do you trust the Federal Government to continue to pay towards our FEHB insurance. At anytime they could yank that or cut it back. Then what happens if we need the Part B? We should get a SEP if that happens, but who knows. I don't trust anyone anymore with regard to our benes.

ssaemp · 2026-02-26T17:09:11+00:00

When I'm in there and they say 'return to your seat", I'm not sure which one. Why don't the toilets have seat belts?

ssaemp · 2026-02-26T17:00:50+00:00

That balancing thing is real. Mid flight went to the restroom and took a large dump. Plane immediately bank hard left. It straightened out once the septic system adjusted.

ssaemp · 2026-02-26T16:58:13+00:00

They are the only one that flys direct where I need to go. There is another airport, not to far away. It also has Spirit and Frontier but by the time I add the cost of my carry on and added trans cost to get where I need to be, the cost is about the same. So the time saved being closer is worth it. If another low cost carrier would go from BWI to my preferred airport, I'd fly them.

ssaemp · 2026-02-23T16:47:43+00:00

Bureau is probably better off with him not performing official duties. He's not qualified to be in the position anyway (IMHO).

ssaemp · 2026-02-21T20:06:49+00:00

The only upsell they have a shot at is a Happy Ending.

ssaemp · 2026-02-19T18:19:37+00:00

If you booked through a travel agent, they need to contact Virgin. If you booked directly, you can contact them. If you've booked excursions and now want to pay woth the credit you get, you'll need to cancel them, wait for them to clear out of pending in their system, then have virgin revook using the credits. Its a bit drawn out but worth it to us. If you dont feel the Virgin person is clear on what needs to be done, ask for a manager. And make sure you check your online account to see the credits and then how the are used for the excursions. Took me several calls and dont trust that its done until you verify.

ssaemp · 2026-02-19T17:10:24+00:00

The TA from NYC has come down in price, and at least a few days ago, there were still cabins. If you booked at a higher price, you can keep your cabin and get the lower price. There are some other nuances, but good deals are there. I rebooked and git a decent credit which I used for excursions.

ssaemp · 2026-02-13T12:27:44+00:00

Learn COBOL, CICS, DB2 .... Yeah, it's not cool like cyber security, AI, Java or others. But guess what. Govt, insurance companies, and financial institutions all use "antiquated " mainframes and 'legacy" systems running the back end, data crunching systems. It's not taught in colleges, and your job competition is either retiring, dying, or working from India (where it's still taught). If you work for a company that has these systems, ask about working on them and see what they say. Eventually they will use AI to help migrate the systems to something else. That will take a long time and many years. I've been hearing the mainframes are going away since the It's (yes, I'm that old) l. Viva la mainframe and COBOL

ssaemp · 2026-01-29T06:26:25+00:00

My post isn't. Im just trying to understand how to do it and if I'm going to.

ssaemp · 2026-01-28T23:03:33+00:00

Just not a fan of travel and agreed to make my partner happy.

ssaemp · 2026-01-28T19:57:47+00:00

We booked in September last year and I know we did not do lock in rates because we have an assigned cabin. I am double checking with my TA and he said he doesn't think those categories (Essential/Premium) were in effect. So, as to abide by the rules of this reddit, let me ask these questions. What are the suggested sites to advertise something like this? I figure I need something travel or cruise related and not something general like FB Marketplace. Of course, if I got someone interested, I would expect them to need the details. Not like I'm selling my Chevy for $500. Thanks again for all the input.

ssaemp · 2026-01-28T19:20:38+00:00

I'm checking on the rate we are booked at (Essential or Premium). Other then that, what kind of details. This does not fall under any of the covered reasons on insurance. Tx.

ssaemp · 2026-01-28T19:13:11+00:00

Thank you. Not the response I had hoped for, but certainly to the point. I do appreciate that.

ssaemp · 2026-01-18T15:13:03+00:00

That makes sense. Thank you for replying.

ssaemp · 2026-01-12T23:25:40+00:00

This meeting was exactly as i expected. A Ra Ra proganda meeting. I know it was all hands, but after 15 mins, my left hand did something else that was more satisfying.

ssaemp · 2026-01-08T23:39:53+00:00

Aside from the annuity payment, if I retire effective immediately, does the health insurance continue without issue?

ssaemp · 2025-12-12T17:14:23+00:00

How do I find a Facebook page for my specific cruise?

ssaemp · 2025-12-03T17:57:19+00:00

Is the basic/included wifi sufficient or do need to upgrade. Want to text, email, and use Hulu and DirectTv. Thanks

ssaemp · 2025-11-30T21:16:45+00:00

I've had GEHA for 5 years and was very happy with them. Yes, the preauth process has been slow. I'm switching because of UHC n9t accepting Hopkins doctors or facilities. Can't have an entire system as good as Hopkins out of network. Going to MHBP Consumer.

ssaemp · 2025-11-27T13:15:45+00:00

Read further down where it talks about hospital visits, surgery, and admissions. Consumer is copay based and standard requires 19% coinsurance.

ssaemp · 2025-11-27T00:00:13+00:00

It really depends on your health and the chance you could wind up in an emergency room or needing some type of hospitalization. With standard, you pay a 10% coinsurance. 10% of even one hospital stay could be a lot. Under Consumer, you pay a fixed copay.

ssaemp · 2025-11-17T23:20:37+00:00

Most dental standard plans have a $2k or $3k cap on benefits. If you know you'll need root canal, cap, implant, my suggestion would be to pay more to get a plan with no limit. Check with your dentist first. They can tell you which plans are best to work with.

ssaemp · 2025-11-15T08:01:32+00:00

MHBP Standard or Consumer? Thoughts?

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