The SeatGuru Knows All

It's a sad-yet-inescapable fact of travel: Airline seats are horrendously uncomfortable. But you can improve your chances for getting a SLIGHTLY more comfortable ride when you consult with the SeatGuru. Billed as "your enlightened guide to airline seating," SeatGuru lists the seating configurations for the planes of over 25 different airlines. The site provides insider tips for choosing a seat with a bit more legroom, one that's far away from smelly bathrooms or busy galleys, or even which offer a plug for your laptop computer. Even better, SeatGuru tells you which seats to avoid at all costs. There's even a mobile option that lets you view seating maps right on your cell phone, perfect for all you road (or is that air?) warriors out there.