Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Death and the Airlines

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Death and the Airlines May 31st 2012, 11:05 This is not a topic that is often brought up regarding air travel, but it occurs every year, without fail - to paraphrase the cliche - just like taxes. Dying during a flight does occur, and even more frequently, transporting the body or remains of the deceased needs to be considered. This collection of articles looks at the main points and common policies in both scenarios. If you have to transport cremated remains, or are on a flight where someone suddenly dies, you'll read the most common procedures for airlines and how they deal with death. 1. Transporting the Deceased - Cremation / Body How do I travel with cremated remains? How do I send a deceased body with the airlines? This feature looks at answering these questions. 2. Death at the Airport or During Flight - Experiences Having dealt with this on the airline employee side of things, am sharing personal experiences of death and air travel. 3. Airline Procedures for Death During a Flight People die during flights - infrequently, but it does happen - so this looks at what sort of procedures to expect when someone dies on board or at the airport. This feature outlines what commonly happens when death occurs during travel.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Security Surprise

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Security Surprise May 31st 2012, 11:05 The TSA has banned lighters in both carry-on and checked luggage, so if you are traveling within, to, or from the United States, you will need to leave your lighter at home. You may be surprised that despite the evolution of security at airports that has been occurring over the past few years that many potential "weapons" are being allowed to go through airport security and may be brought on board. There are various banned items depending on the country you are traveling from, but you may be surprised at what is allowed on board these days. Did you ever think of your tennis racket as a weapon? Because it is a sporting item, you'll be checking it in. As more governments worldwide take over the task of security screening at airports, it becomes even more important to know before you go or risk having some of your belongings being confiscated, or at least sending you back to check them in. In a recent CNN article, they reported some of the items still allowed for transport as carry-on in the U.S.. Be aware however, that depending on which country you are traveling to, or in, that the list of allowable items for carry-on will vary. In the U.S. corkscrews are allowed for carry-on, whereas in Canada corkscrews are only permitted in checked luggage. Toy weapons are banned as carry on in the U.K., Canada, and other countries, but only true-looking replicas are banned in the U.S.. Metal nail files are nearly universally banned, but nail clippers with no metal nail file are not. Any doubt of what you can or can't bring can be taken away by following the links to some of the government websites about airport security screening. Any further doubts? Then it is a good idea to call the airline directly as they will outline what can/not be brought on board, and can advise you not only about banned potential weapons, but about what the airline considers dangerous goods as well.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: FLYZED, the Interline Listing

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FLYZED, the Interline Listing May 31st 2012, 11:05 FLYZED, the Interline Listing Site The userid will be the 3 letter code that an airline will be known as (not the 2 letter standard). The password is usually the ticket plating number for your airline.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: ATL

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ATL May 30th 2012, 11:06 Find airfare specials from ATL to dozens of other cities Atlanta is home to the world's busiest airport. Given that so many passengers flood through its gates, here are all of the stats about ATL - 1 Full name - Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport 2 The airport's website 3 Address/Phone Number - 6000 North Terminal Parkway Suite 435, Atlanta, GA 30320 1-800-897-1910 4 Location, location, location - 10 miles south of downtown Atlanta 5 Flight Information - Arrivals/Departures 6 Major Airline(s) that serve the airport - hub of Delta Airlines 7 Airlines that serve the airport 8 Transportation to/from the airport - one of the fastest ways in and out of ATL is by public transit. MARTA, Atlanta's Transit Authority has an airport help page to get you in and out of the world's busiest airport. 9 Fun fact - ATL was originally the site of an auto racetrack. Atlanta on a Budget Web Access at the Airport Maps of Georgia Georgia - Hotels, Resorts, Spas, and Vacation Rentals

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Jet Lag Symptoms - List

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Jet Lag Symptoms - List May 30th 2012, 11:06 Feeling a little more irritable after crossing 8 time zones in a matter of hours? You aren't alone. Jet lag manifests itself in a wide range of symptoms - and a list of them will give you an indication as to whether those extra yawns are lack of sleep, or your body trying to catch up after a long flight. The following is a list of symptoms that are often attributed to jet lag: fatigue insomnia anxiety constipation diarrhea confusion dehydration headache irritability nausea sweating coordination issues immune system weakness cough dry eyes dry skin earache blurred vision lightheadedness loss of libido swollen feet Luckily, they don't usually all occur at once in one person.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: EWR - Newark, New Jersey

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EWR - Newark, New Jersey May 30th 2012, 11:06 Find airfare specials from Newark Liberty International Airport to dozens of other cities 1 Full name - Newark Liberty International Airport 2 The airport's website 3 Address/Phone Number - Building One Newark, NJ, 973-961-6000 4 Location, location, location - 16 miles SW of New York city center 5 Flight Information - Arrivals/Departures 6 Major Airline(s) that serve the airport - EWR is a hub of Continental Airlines. 7 All airlines that serve the airport 8 Transportation to/from the airport 9 Fun fact - Newark has a history that includes Amelia Earhart, who dedicated the Newark Airport Administration Building. Getting To and From JFK Airport Getting To and From EWR Airport Getting To and From LGA - LaGuardia Airport Top 10 Helpful Phone Numbers for Your New York City Trip New York City Guide: One Day In New York New York City Month by Month Top 9 Tours of New York City 10 Best Free Landmarks and Attractions in New York City 10 Most Popular New York City Tourist Attractions and Landmarks 10 Great New York City Cheap Hotels

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Low Cost, Budget Airlines NA

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Low Cost, Budget Airlines NA May 29th 2012, 11:06 A number of low cost airlines have sprung up in North America as an alternative to mainstream, long-established airlines. As services decrease on the traditional, scheduled carriers, these low cost options seem even more attractive. Southwest Airlines This is the low cost airline that other airlines - both legacy carriers and other low cost airlines - often try to emulate. Southwest Airlines is not just known for great fares, but for customer service. Westjet This Canadian low cost airline flies across Canada, to the United States and now to points in the Caribbean. Westjet is also loosely allied with Southwest Airlines. AirTran Airways AirTran is a low cost airline that serves dozens of US markets. JetBlue Airways JetBlue continues to be well-ranked among US airlines for customer service, as well as having a broad range of routes across the United States and the Caribbean. Virgin America In its short tenure as an airline, Virgin America is known for its innovation with WiFi, and inflight options, and for good customer service. Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines has been likened to Europe`s Ryanair as not just a low cost airline, but no frills one as well. Air Transat Air Transat is one of Canada's charter airlines serving sun destinations and Europe. Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines has its main hub in Denver and serves several cities in the United States. Sun Country Airlines Sun Country is based in Minnesota with several destinations in the United States, and flies to Mexico. Sunwing Airlines This charter airline travels from cities in Canada to Southern destinations.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: You Can Take It With You!

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You Can Take It With You! May 29th 2012, 11:06 If you are packing luggage with toileteries, clothes, and other items that will be checked-in instead of toted as part of your carry-on, you can refer to basic information found on your ticket. There are two very common terms on tickets, 2PC and 20K (rarely 10K). 2PC means that you are allowed to check in two pieces of luggage, normally 70lbs or 32kg per piece, and increasingly more common is 50lbs per piece. 20K (or another number like 10K for example) is a weight restriction, which means that the total weight of your checked in luggage can not exceed 20kg, or 44lbs. On a paper ticket, you can find this information by looking for a column that is titled ALLOW., ALLOWANCE, or something similar. On the paper ticket, this column is usually located in the last column on the right hand side of the ticket. For ticketless travel, this will appear on one of the documents that the airline emails/faxes/mails to you, and although each airline is different, this information is usually on the page that contains detailed fare information. If not, look through the contract of carriage, or conditions of contract document. So you are ready to check in - now what? Baggage tags are placed on your checked in luggage in order to tell the luggage handlers (and the airline) where your luggage is supposed to go. Three letter airport codes were introduced to make it easier to send luggage to its rightful destination. This link to airport codes will allow you to look up the airport codes that will be part of your air travel experience, so you can take a quick look at the tag to make sure it is being sent to the correct destination. If you are making connections, or have more than one ticket (for example you have one ticket for Chicago O'Hare, ORD, to London Heathrow, LHR on United Airlines and one for London Heathrow, LHR to Geneva, Switzerland, GVA on British Airways), do mention it at check in so that the airport agent can check your luggage through to your final destination. If you are connecting internationally, ask if you need to pick up your baggage on route - some countries allow baggage to go through, where others require you to pick it up, bring it through customs, and drop it off somewhere else, even when it has been tagged through to your destination. You will be asked security questions at check in, which may include the specific contents. One item that is often confiscated is cooking oil (because of its highly flammable nature), so if you do decide to buy gallons of olive oil in Italy, don't be surprised if it is taken away from you at check in. NEXT - Carry-on luggage

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Air Travel: Most Popular Articles: Top 10 Airlines in the World

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Top 10 Airlines in the World May 28th 2012, 11:44 Skytrax is known for its World Airline Awards - they survey more people than anyone else, and the travel industry consistently awaits the results every year. These then, are the top 10 airlines in the world according to Skytrax. 1. Singapore Airlines Stephen AU / Flickr Singapore Airlines may be based in a small country, but it covers a lot of international destinations and flies more passengers every year than the entire population of Singapore. 2. Cathay Pacific woinary / Flickr Cathay Pacific is also a member of the Oneworld alliance and is the top ranked Asian-based airline by Skytrax. 3. Qantas Hamedong / Flickr Qantas is a member of Oneworld, alongside British Airways, and repeatedly scores well with passengers around the world for its service. 4. Thai Airways lemoncat / Flickr Thai Airways is the top ranked airline affiliated with Star Alliance. Thai is known for its inflight service, and its flight attendants wear traditional Thai clothing during their flights. 5. Asiana woinary / Flickr Asiana Airlines is part of Star Alliance, and flies to over 50 cities in 17 countries. 6. Malaysia Airlines RabunWarna / Flickr The red and blue in the logo of Malaysia Airlines is said to represent equilibrium. 7. Qatar Airways idf fotos / Flickr Qatar Airways may be in business for less than 15 years, but it has garnered a lot of international attention for its service. 8. Air New Zealand drewgstephens / Flickr This airline is a member of Star Alliance and although it is a small airline, it has made quick gains in winning over passengers with its customer service and safety record. 9. Emirates emirates.com Emirates hires a lot of foreigners as flight attendants for their airline, and this airline consistently wins awards for its service. 10. Etihad Airways rogerbarker2 / Flickr Haven't heard of this airline? Etihad calls itself the national airline of the United Arab Emirates.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Airline Lounge Passes

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Airline Lounge Passes May 28th 2012, 11:06 Want to spend your wait time in one of the business lounges but don't have a membership? There are a few airlines that allow you to purchase a day pass for a more relaxed, quieter airport experience. Delta Airlines - for $50 you can buy a one day pass for Delta's Crown Lounge. Must be traveling on Delta or one of its connectors. American Airlines - $50 for a one day Admirals Clubpass. US Airways - A US Airways Club Day Pass can be purchased for $50. Continental Airlines - $50 is the rate for a day pass to the President's Club. The day pass is valid for one year, so you can choose the day you want to use it, and are not locked into choosing one specific date. Alaska Airlines - A one day Board Room pass is $40.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Giving the Gift of Air Travel

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Giving the Gift of Air Travel May 28th 2012, 11:06 If you want to buy a unique gift for those who enjoy travel, then gift certificates from an airline may prove to be a perfect present. Here is a large sampling of what different airlines have to offer for those who are considering giving the gift of travel: American Airlines - Purchase up to 40,000 miles as a gift of travel. You must be an AAdvantage member to purchase miles (if you aren't you can sign up at American Airlines main web site). Once purchased, points are non-refundable, non-transferable and no exchanges are permitted. Air Canada - Air Canada's mileage program, Aeroplan, allows you to purchase travel miles as gifts for up to three people. British Airways - You can buy Executive Club miles as a gift for someone else. Members can only purchase / receive an absolute total of 24,000 purchased BA Miles in any one year. Delta Airlines - Gift certificates from Delta are valid for one year from the date of purchase and may be redeemed for travel to any Delta destination. Purchase them at one of Delta's ticket offices or airport locations. Delta Airlines - Delta has a fairly generous mileage gift program - up to 4 people at once and a maximum of 60,000 miles. Frontier Airlines - Frontier Airlines gift cards can be purchased in amounts from $25 to $1500. They don't expire and can be sent as virtual cards via email, or as physical gift cards. Southwest Airlines - Southwest gift cards can be purchased in any amount between $10 and $1,000 online or through the reservations department.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Flights Canceled, Delayed and

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Flights Canceled, Delayed and May 28th 2012, 11:06 Your flight has been canceled. You are stranded at the airport. You are wondering if there is anything you can do about it. When it is the airline's fault that you are stuck at the airport you may have an option -- Rule 240. There is a certain mystique that exists around Rule 240 and how (sometimes if) it guarantees you certain rights as a passenger. It is important to note before delving into the particulars of Rule 240, that Rule 240 was originally established in the United States. Thus Rule 240 will be discussed in regards to US carriers, and not for airlines outside of the United States. It's important to note that Rule 240 was an actual, required rule prior to deregulation of airlines in the United States - deregulation took effect in 1978 - and since then it is no longer compulsory. Although airlines are not required to have a Rule 240, many do, but not all. Newer, and low cost airlines like Southwest Airlines and JetBlue do not have a Rule 240, but have come up with their own provisions for their passengers that have been affected by canceled or delayed flights. What is Rule 240? Rule 240 deals with the obligations that an airline has to a passenger when his/her flights cancel or delay, or connecting flights are missed due to the actions of the airline. It does not include flight delays or cancellations that result from inclement weather or other factors that are outside of an airline's control. Where did Rule 240 come from? Rule 240 was a US federal requirement prior to airline deregulation in 1978. It was one of the many stipulations that existed prior to deregulation - the US government obligated airlines to abide by a set of rules regarding the transport of passengers and the rights of passengers. Rule 240 has remained in existence because after deregulation most airlines continued to respect the 'old rules'. Note that if there are any questions about an airline's rules regarding canceled or delayed flights you should check their individual contract of carriage/conditions of carriage - first check if there is 240, and if not, what they have in their rules that will cover you should your flight delay or cancel. These can be obtained when you purchase a ticket with the airline, and is usually on the airline's website as well.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: IAH - Houston

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IAH - Houston May 27th 2012, 11:07 Find airfare specials from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to dozens of other cities 1 Full name - George Bush Intercontinental Airport 2 The airport's website 3 Address/Phone Number - 2800 North Terminal Road, 281-230-3100 4 Location, location, location - 20 miles north of Houston's city center 5 Flight Information - Arrivals/Departures 6 Major Airline(s) that serve the airport - a hub of Continental Airlines 7 All airlines that serve the airport 8 Transportation to/from the airport 9 Fun fact - The airport is named after the elder Bush, George H. W. Bush the 41st president of the United States. Visiting Space Center Houston Houston Area Lodging Options Top 5 Day Trips From Houston What To See While Visiting Texas Exploring Texas' Many Natural Wonders

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Top 10 Busiest Airports - Memo

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Top 10 Busiest Airports - Memo May 26th 2012, 11:06 Memorial Day, is unofficially the start to summer. This means busier times for airports. Along these lines, Orbitz announces the holiday weekend's busiest airports, based on customer bookings. Orbitz looked at advanced ticket sales of Memorial Day weekend 2007 to determine which are the busiest airports in the world for outbound U.S. travelers. Orbitz used booking information to assess the busiest days to travel over the holiday weekend. Friday, May 25th, will be the busiest day to travel to the airport. These are the top 10 busiest airports within the United States according to Orbitz for the Memorial Day Weekend. 1. ORD - Chicago - O'Hare International Airport 2. LAX - Los Angeles International Airport 3. DEN - Denver International Airport 4. ATL - Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport 5. LGA - New York LaGuardia 6. SFO - San Francisco International Airport 7. EWR - Newark Liberty International Airport 8. BOS - Boston Logan International Airport 9. MCO - Orlando International Airport 10. LAS - Las Vegas McCarran International Airport

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: YYZ

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YYZ May 26th 2012, 11:06 1 Full name - Toronto Pearson International Airport 2 The airport's website 3 Address/Phone Number - (416) 776 -3000 4 Location, location, location - 27 km north-west of downtown Toronto (approx 16 miles). 5 Flight Information - Arrivals/Departures 6 Major Airline(s) that serve the airport - hub of Air Canada 7 All airlines that serve the airport 8 Transportation to/from the airport 9 Fun fact - Canadian rock legends RUSH composed an instrumental piece called YYZ...not many airports can claim to be a musical inspiration. Getting Around Toronto Toronto Walking Tours Toronto Travel Guide Get to and from Toronto Pearson Airport Top 10 Toronto Day Trips Toronto - Where to Stay Top 10 Toronto Tourist Attractions and Highlights Top 10 Things to Do with Kids in Toronto Top 5 Destinations in Toronto for Art Lovers Top 10 Toronto Shopping

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Oversells and Bumping

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Oversells and Bumping May 25th 2012, 11:06 The oversold flight, just another joy of air travel! What is an oversold flight? Why are flights overbooked? And what are my options if my flight has too many passengers, and not enough seats? Follow the twists and turns of the oversold flight. 1. Intro to Oversold Flights and Bumping What is an oversold flight? Why are flights overbooked? And what are my options if my flight is completely full and looking to bump passengers? 2. Compensation - What to Ask for in a Voucher There are a few things to ask for when you are offered a travel voucher for compensation when you are either voluntarily or non-voluntarily bumped from a flight. 3. How to Avoid Getting Bumped Bear in mind that you are never required to volunteer to be bumped off of a flight. So if you don't want to be bumped, some advice...

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Delta Air Lines, Northwest Air

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Delta Air Lines, Northwest Air May 24th 2012, 11:06 An agreement has been reached, and barring any roadblocks from antitrust authorities Delta Airlines and Northwest Airlines are merging and will operate under the Delta Airlines name. Richard Anderson, Delta CEO, said: "We said we would only enter into a consolidation transaction if it was right for all of our constituencies; Delta and Northwest are a perfect fit." Delta Airlines released information outlining the basic elements of the deal and what ramifications they foresee for both the new mega-airline, and its passengers. The list of benefits it sees by merging Combining Delta and Northwest will create a global US carrier that can compete with foreign airlines - foreign airlines that continue to increase service to the United States. Customers and communities to benefit from access to a global route system. More destinations means more schedule options, and more opportunities to earn and redeem frequent flyer miles. A more financially stable airline. Delta customers will benefit from Northwest's greater service to Asian markets. Northwest's customers will benefit from Delta's strengths across the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. "Delta and Northwest's complementary networks and common membership in the SkyTeam alliance will ease the integration risk that has complicated some airline mergers. The carriers participate in a joint SkyTeam frequent flyer program with common customer lounges and airline partner networks." Some of the details of the merger and what the merged Delta Airlines and Northwest Airlines will look like: Delta's headquarters were in Atlanta, and the merged Delta will retain its world headquarters in Atlanta. A mainline fleet of nearly 800 aircraft with nearly 75,000 employees worldwide. Northwest Airlines shareholders will receive 1.25 Delta shares for each Northwest share they currently own. No hub closures The Delta pilot leadership reached an agreement on a post-merger contract including a 3.5 percent equity stake in the new company along with other enhancements to their current contract. From Delta, "Frontline employees of both airlines will be provided seniority protection through a fair and equitable seniority integration process, as the airlines are combined. In addition, U.S.-based non-pilot employees of both companies will be provided a 4 percent equity stake in the new airline upon closing." Some of the reasons cited for the merger An effective way to offset higher fuel prices. From Delta, "Record fuel prices have fundamentally changed the economics of the airline industry. Fuel is the highest single expense for Delta and Northwest, significantly eroding the financial benefits of restructuring and placing the airlines' new found strength and stability at long-term risk. At the beginning of 2007, oil prices were approximately $55 a barrel. Now, oil prices have nearly doubled. This dramatic run-up in the price of oil makes the transaction even more compelling." More efficient airline. Increase international presence. Ability to fund long-term investment in the airline business.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Paper Vs. Electronic Tickets

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Paper Vs. Electronic Tickets May 24th 2012, 11:06 There are two types of tickets that you'll encounter when using an airline, namely the paper ticket and the electronic ticket (also known as ticket-less travel). Paper tickets are quickly being painted with dinosaur strokes - they somehow seem less current. Before weighing in on such perceptions, it is important to look at the advantages and disadvantages of these two types of tickets. Paper tickets are so named because the flight coupons (the pieces of paper that contain the exact flight information and are labeled as flight coupons) are in paper form. With an electronic ticket, this information is held within the airline's reservation system, and is indicated as electronic tickets when you check in. The passenger traveling on an electronic ticket is given a copy of the itinerary, and the contract of carriage. These documents are not a ticket but serve as an indication that you have an electronic one. With an electronic ticket, you do not have the physical ticket in hand. Knowing that paper and electronic tickets are different isn't really enough though; it is important to know what the positives and negatives are as well. Paper tickets are particularly useful if your flight is canceled because of a mechanical or another airline-related problem as opposed to a weather issue. Certainly if a cancellation is weather related, you are stuck. However, if it isn't and you have a paper ticket, you may have a world of options that you possibly haven't considered. If you have a paper ticket on a major airline and are flying out of an airport where another major airline also flies to your destination, having a paper ticket can serve to your advantage. If your flight is canceled, you can ask an agent at another airline whether they will accept your ticket (more difficult to do if there is more than one terminal that airlines fly from to your destination). Often the other airline will, and you are now ahead of those on electronic tickets. You see, with an electronic ticket, because you do not have a physical ticket, you are more at the mercy of the airline you are booked on. And in the case of a non-weather related cancellation, you will be put on the next available flight on that same airline, even if it is hours later. Paper tickets can also be advantageous in situations that don't involve cancellations. Let's say that you are checking the schedules to your destination and discover a more convenient time on another airline. With a paper ticket, you may just be able to switch airlines, particularly if it is a domestic ticket (and not on a charter airline). If it is an international destination, don't bother, as the rules of international tickets vary a great deal, whereas domestic ones are often incredibly similar. I'll demonstrate by example. A very unspoken rule at a major airline was to accept tickets from other airlines if the passengers showed up at check in. It was a large airport with numerous terminals, and a number of airlines served the exact same route. So agents were instructed to scoop the passenger, which meant accepting the passenger's ticket from another airline and taking (scooping) some of the other airline's profit. This does not occur on a consistent level at every airport, but it does happen and could serve to your benefit if you have a paper ticket.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Face Massage Techniques

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Face Massage Techniques May 23rd 2012, 11:06 Finish the massage by repeating the general strokes from the top of the forehead to the chin, and sweeping your fingers off the chin at the end of each stroke. Your hands are almost fingertip to fingertip across from each other - with each set of four fingers beginning at the center of the forehead gently stroke down and across following the outside frame of the face. Slowly, from forehead to temples to cheeks along the jaw, and bringing the fingertips together under the chin, then sweeping the fingers off the face and beginning again at the center of the forehead. Repeat at least 10 times. All illustrations are copyright Arlene Fleming

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Coming and Going from FCO

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Coming and Going from FCO May 23rd 2012, 11:06 When departing FCO if you are checking luggage prepare for a long wait. Show up at least 3 hours prior to an international flight. No luggage? I suggest going to the airline's 1st class line if it is not too busy. Because I usually travel with carry-on only, I can attest to using this strategy with a few airlines. The airlines like to put security stickers on passports so make sure you have one before proceeding to your gate. After making your way to the gates area, a decent cappuccino can be purchased at one of Rome's airport cafes to enjoy as an alternative to the coffee served on board as you bid Ciao to Italia.

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