[Note: Originally posted April 10, 2008. Reposted on April 16, 2022. A lot of people have found it useful over the years, so I decided to include it here. I'll try to add some updates when I get the chance.
Disclaimer: These are my own tips culled from my own experiences which may not be right for everyone. I can't answer all of the legalities involved in Space-Available travel (also called "Space-A" or "stand-by") right now, but I'm planning on doing a show with Wendy and Marie of navywiferadio.com where we'll discuss everything in much further detail and depth.
If you're interested in joining the world of Space-A travelers, please check with your local AMC terminal for complete rules and regulations regarding your personal situation and traveler status. Meanwhile, let's get into it.