Fees, Fees and more Airline Fees

In the beginning we may have been caught off guard by ancillary fees charged by some of the major airlines, Delta, United, Continental, American Airlines and others, but what is happening now? Are we learning to accept them, ignore them or just plain hate them? According to a study by ProMedia Travel, many corporations are reporting [...]


Know Before You Go

July 29, 2009 • By: Kathleen Roberts • Posted in: Vacation Travel • No Comments

These days, airlines are charging a fee for everything – Luggage, snacks, entertainment, onboard Wi-Fi, even blankets and pillows!  Here’s what to expect from the top domestic carriers. AIRLINE LUGGAGE SNACKS & MEALS ENTERTAINMENT WI-FI BLANKETS & PILLOWS PHONE BOOKINGS Air Tran $15; $25 $1; $6 No Fee $7; $12 N/A $15 Alaska $15; $25 [...]


Changes and New Ideas

June 1, 2009 • By: John Millsaps • Posted in: Travel News • No Comments

I thought I would discuss some changes that are happening in the industry that you may or not may be aware of. For example, Qantas has announced that starting in June, 2009, qualified individuals may be assured of getting an exit row seat by paying a fee.  On their long haul flights, such as Los [...]