Air Travel: What's Hot Now: bereavement fare

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bereavement fare Nov 30th 2012, 11:09 Definition: A discounted fare offered to family members traveling because of an imminent death or death in the family. Most airlines that offer bereavement fares will require information about the situation. Also Known As: Compassionate Fare

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

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Death and the Airlines Nov 30th 2012, 11:09 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: Top 10 Airlines in the World

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Top 10 Airlines in the World Nov 29th 2012, 11:08 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: Airfares and Airline Tickets

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Airfares and Airline Tickets Nov 29th 2012, 11:08 Are there any set rules and truths when it comes to buying a ticket, changing a ticket or getting the best airfare available? Because not all airlines follow the same routes, there are several myths and misunderstandings that exist when it comes to airfares and airline tickets. Top 10 airfare/airline ticket myths 1. Last minute means better deals - Every once in a while you can get a great deal at the last minute. However, usually the best bets are advance purchases and checking out sales that tend to appear most often on Wednesdays. 2. You can change the name on a ticket - On some low cost airlines you can change the name on a ticket for a fee, but on most airlines, and especially when international travel is involved, there are no name changes allowed. If in question, read the rules before you buy or contact the travel agent/airline you intend to buy your ticket from. 3. You can book tickets more than a year in advance - Reservation systems are really only built to book up to a year in advance. Anything beyond 365 days from now can be requested, but you will wait for it to get confirmed, and for the price. 4. You can upgrade a ticket to first class for a nominal fee - Some charter airlines, and low cost airlines may offer this, but don't ask the Lufthansa agent if you can upgrade your New York to Frankfurt flight to first class for fifty bucks - the price difference will have a few more 00's in the equation. 5. Airlines will accept tickets from another airline if you are traveling between the same airports - It may seem common sense but when airlines start cancelling flights and passengers see their options dwindling, they will often run up to other airlines. To change airlines you need to see if the airline you are booked with has a ticketing agreement with other airlines and if they will endorse your ticket for travel with another airline. A lot less common now that tickets are almost all electronic. 6. You need to stay over a Saturday night for the best airfare - This is less and less the standard for securing a good price for your ticket. International travel does usually still have a minimum stay requirement but domestically Saturday night is rarely a requirement anymore. 7. Airlines will offer discounts or special airfares for bereavement/family emergencies - Many airlines do offer discounts for this type of travel, but most low cost airlines do not. The discounts are offered for travel wholly on one airline. You won't be able to travel on several airlines and secure this type of airfare. 8. You always have the choice of booking a one way ticket, instead of a roundtrip - True enough again domestically, however several countries can and will refuse visitors entry into their respective countries without proof of a roundtrip ticket. 9. Airlines can change a ticket booked by a travel agency - Unfortunately, this is not always true. The travel agency, whether it be online or in person, owns the file and may have ticket rules that airline reservation agents simply have no access to. Or, you may be booked on more than one airline with specific flight routing that got you the airfare you wanted. 10. You can change/refund tickets bought through a wholesale outlet or a bucket shop - Because these tend to be highly discounted tickets, changes or cancellations are rarely permitted. The seats are often bought in bulk from the airlines and the airfares are private and are not accessible to airline reservation agents.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Food for Flights

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Food for Flights Nov 29th 2012, 11:08 Granola Bars - Fast and Filling Granola Bar Arlene Fleming If I have absolutely no time at all then at the very least I tote a few granola bars on board. They can keep a roaring rumble in check on a flight.

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

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Jet Lag Symptoms - List Nov 29th 2012, 11:08 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: TSA Secure Flight

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TSA Secure Flight Nov 28th 2012, 11:09 The TSA has now implemented its Secure Flight program, meaning there have been changes to identification requirements for passengers. What is the TSA's Secure Flight program? It is an initiative to streamline the process of matching / clearing passenger details with the Watch List / No Fly List. According to the TSA it not only shifts the responsibility of gathering passenger data from the airlines to the TSA, but also "...satisfies a key recommendation of the 9/11 Commission, and congressional requirements from the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 and the 9/11 Commission Act signed into law in 2007." What passenger information is required by the TSA and its Secure Flight program? The TSA requires airlines to collect and share the following information with the TSA - Full Name Itinerary Date of Birth Gender Redress Number (optional) Why do I need to provide this information? To allow the TSA to perform watch list matching. When do the identification requirements go into effect? Domestic airlines must collect the full name of passengers as of May 15, 2009. Domestic airlines must collect the date of birth and gender as of August 15, 2009 for domestic flights. Domestic airlines must collect the full name, date of birth, and gender for international flights as of October 31, 2009. According to the TSA, "For the near future, small differences between the passenger’s ID and the passenger’s reservation information, such as the use of a middle initial instead of a full middle name or no middle name/initial at all, should not cause a problem for the passenger." What is the Secure Flight program supposed to do? Identify known and suspected terrorists Prevent passengers on the No Fly List from boarding a plane Ensure that passengers on the Selectee List are subjected to extra screening to determine if they should be permitted to fly What is a Redress Number? The TSA explains the redress process in the following way: "Redress is an opportunity for passengers who believe they have been improperly or unfairly delayed or prohibited from boarding an aircraft to seek resolution and avoid future delays. The affected passengers often have the same or a similar name to someone on the watch list. The DHS Traveler Redress Inquiry Program (TRIP) provides a one-stop shop for passengers seeking redress. Secure Flight uses the results of the redress process in its watch list matching process to help prevent future delays for misidentified passengers."

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Air Travel Gift Ideas

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Air Travel Gift Ideas Nov 28th 2012, 11:09 Stuck for gift ideas? Want to avoid the chaos of holiday shopping? Many airlines offer gift certificates that you can order online or over the phone, and avoid the shopping malls this holiday season. And still more certificates to give the gift of travel... Alaska Airlines- Purchase up to 10,000 miles as a gift of travel. You must be a Mileage Plan member to purchase miles. Midwest Airlines- Certificates may be redeemed at Midwest ticket offices or through your travel agent. Northwest Airlines - Gift certificates from Northwest Airlines can be used for travel on Northwest Airlines or KLM. United Airlines - Give the gift of up to 15,000 miles as a gift of travel. Miles can be used towards travel or upgrades. US Airways- Gift certificates begin at $25 for travel on US Airways. Certificate is refundable within one year from the date of issue at a penalty of 10% for totally unused certificates. No penalty applies for partially used certificates. Redeemable at travel agencies or US Airways ticket office locations. US Airways - Give the gift of Airport Lounge access. A twist on the usual airline gift certificate. Virgin Blue Airlines - Purchase gift certificates for travel within Australia. Certificates for Virgin Blue can be redeemed over the phone. WestJet- Purchase WestJet gift certificates for travel within Canada.

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

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Face Massage Techniques Nov 28th 2012, 11:09 We continue more specifically by placing your index fingers just above the nose and in between the eyebrows. You can rest your head in your hands as you do this if it is more comfortable for you. Apply about the pressure of squeezing a fresh lemon when pushing your index fingers into the spot between your eyebrows. Hold for at least 30 seconds and breathe deeply. If you were to go directly behind the bone at this point, deep in the center of the skull, you would reach the pineal gland which is often referred to as the third eye in many cultures and is thought to have some influence over your circadian rhythm (the sleep-wake cycle affected by night and day). In Chinese massage, for example, applying pressure and gently rocking a finger or thumb over this point is believed to calm the mind, and aid with insomnia. Frontal sinuses basically extend over the eyebrows so this is the center point where they almost meet. All illustrations are copyright Arlene Fleming

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: My Passport Was Stolen

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My Passport Was Stolen Nov 28th 2012, 11:09 My passport was stolen a little more than five years ago. It happened at an airport in North America. When you hear stories about a stolen passport you automatically think that it happens somewhere else, somewhere less developed, and most certainly not at home. But here I was, I had just returned from a trip to Eastern Europe, and passed through customs. I don't remember the exact moment that my passport was stolen, but in an instant it went from being loosely held in my hand (having just finished speaking with a customs officer and declaring the goods I had purchased), to being gone. At first I thought that I had passed it over to one of the friends that I had traveled with on the trip. Minutes later I realized that I was the only one missing a passport. I went numb. I chastised myself, angry that I could let this happen, that I didn't take enough care with my most important identity document. And I moved to disbelief, calling the airport's lost and found incessantly over the course of the following days. But my passport was gone. In my home country, and the airport I worked at, my passport was stolen. Here I was, a seasoned traveler and airline worker, and in the jet lag of returning home, and not paying enough attention after customs, my passport was stolen. I was set to travel to Southeast Asia only weeks later, so I almost immediately filed a report with the police. I next went to the Passport Office to apply for a replacement passport, and to report my previous passport as lost or stolen. After presenting all of the necessary documents to prove my identity, I completed my application and soon received a new passport without incident. I worried that someone might try to use my stolen passport, but I had filed reports and assumed that I would be contacted if there were any further problems. The fact that I was able to travel on the replacement passport for the next four and a half years eased me into believing that there were no problems with the old passport. I would soon find out that I was sadly mistaken.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Pets Travel - Continental Airl

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Pets Travel - Continental Airl Nov 28th 2012, 11:09 Information about flying with your dog, cat, or other pets on Continental Airlines A summary of tips, rules, restrictions and fees for flying with your pet on Continental Airlines: Cats, dogs, pet rabbits and household birds are permitted in cabin on most flights within the US, and count as a carry-on bag. For pets in cabin the carrier must fit under the seat and the pet must stay in the carrier at all times while on board. Ensure that you have a valid health certificate issued by a veterinarian. "Earn OnePass miles through our popular PetPass program. OnePass members can earn one (1) OnePass mile for every dollar spent (including tax, fuel and security surcharges) when transporting a pet using Continental's acclaimed PetSafe service (in-cabin pets and service animals do not qualify for this program). Simply present your OnePass number at the time of booking your pet, and the miles will be credited to your account within 6 to 8 weeks." For pets traveling in the cargo hold, include two empty dishes (for food and water), accessible from the outside. Also ensure there is absorbent material for litter. Fee - For pets traveling in the passenger cabin - $125 one way within the United States and pets can be booked online. If traveling internationally, contact the reservations office - 1-800-525-0280 regarding pet acceptance and fees. For travel in the cargo hold, Continental Airlines maintains a chart of rates that run up to several hundred dollars one way.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Wedding Travel - Discounts and

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Wedding Travel - Discounts and Nov 27th 2012, 11:09 You may not necessarily link air travel and weddings except to think of a way to get to the event or take off for the honeymoon. But many airlines have grown wise to the potential in weddings - from offering group discounts to registries online. Air travel and weddings are increasingly going hand in hand as airlines offer more to this market. Here is a rundown of what the airlines have planned for weddings: American Airlines American Airlines has a Wedding Event Travel program. Highlights of the program include discounts of up to five per cent off American's fares when ten or more passengers travel to a wedding celebration, after-wedding party, or commitment ceremony. Requests for the discount can be submitted online, or at 1-800-545-8193. Continental Airlines MeetingWorks is the group travel program that can be used to arrange discounted tickets for group travel (more than 10 passengers). Hawaiian Airlines Wedding Wings is the wedding travel program, you can register online. When 20 guests book air travel, you are eligible for an upgrade, based on availability. Midwest Airlines Their Registered Wedding program offers up to 10% further reductions on the lowest price available. There are several benefits listed to the program including 2,500 bonus Midwest Miles to the travel planner. United Airlines Meetings Plus is United's group travel program. You must have at least 25 guests flying on United to take advantage of discounted rates and perks such as free travel certificates. Delta Airlines Delta's group department also requires that guests be on the same flight itinerary. Air Canada Group Express requires that passengers travel the same itinerary in order to benefit from discounted airfares and rewards such as free travel certificates. Air Jamaica Air Jamaica Lovebird Hospitality - "Bride and Groom will enjoy upgrades to Air Jamaica’s Exclusive First Class with 22 paid seats to your Destination Wedding based on a group contract." Contacts are: groupsales@airjamaica.com, or 1-800-523-6805

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Bereavement Fares for Imminent

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Bereavement Fares for Imminent Nov 27th 2012, 11:09 If you have a close relative who is terminally ill, and the possibility of death seems near, then you may qualify for a bereavement fare based on imminent death. Because you are not traveling for a funeral, it is common for information demonstrating that it is a case of imminent death be required prior to travel. Less often, you will be allowed to submit documentation after travel is completed, unless it turns into a situation where you end up attending his/her funeral. What information does the airline require for a bereavement fare (imminent death)? The name of the person who is ill Your relationship to that person The name, address and phone number of the hospital or health care facility The name and phone number of the attending physician Who is eligible for a bereavement fare? For the airlines that offer bereavement fares usually the following people would qualify for the fare : parents and grandparents (including step-parents and in-laws), spouse, children (step and in-law), grandchildren, aunts/uncles, siblings (including step-siblings/in-laws), nieces/nephews. Most airlines (but not all) also include same sex domestic partners and legal guardians as eligible family members. What do I do if I am already traveling on another ticket and need to return? Most airlines will offer free standby (as long as you provide the information outlined above), but cannot guarantee space for you, so that you can return. Can I use my frequent flyer points instead of purchasing a ticket? Most airlines that offer bereavement fares will waive last minute restrictions and book as long as there is frequent flyer space available for the flights, and provided you give the airline the information outlined above.

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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! Nov 27th 2012, 11:09 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: What's Hot Now: minimum connection times

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minimum connection times Nov 26th 2012, 11:09 Airport minimum connection times for airports around the world are covered - in this feature it's Amsterdam, Atlanta, Bangkok, Barcelona, Boston, Chicago, and Dallas airports that are covered. If you are a passenger connecting through another airport to get to your destination, and time is pressing, it may be helpful to know what the minimum connection times are that are provided for larger airports. Also, if you book a ticket with a connection with less than the minimum connection time, the airline is not obligated to help you out because it was already a "hot", or illegal connection - just another reason why it's important to be aware of minimum connection times. Minimum connection times for major airports around the world

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: British Airways Tickets

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British Airways Tickets Nov 26th 2012, 11:09 British Airways offers check-in online, and a few of the particulars of their web check-in services: British Airways - Check-in online up to 24 hours prior to departure. Booking reference is required for check-in online. Online check-in is permitted for all British Airways destinations except if you are traveling from one of the following airports - Agadir, Fez, Split, Ajaccio, Funchal, St. Petersburg, Bari, Grenoble, Tangier, Barra, Ibiza, Tenerife, Bastia, Islay, Bishkek, Las Palmas, Tirana, Bromma, Livingstone, Tiree, Bristol, Londonderry, Tripoli, Cagliari, Luton, Tunis, Campbeltown, Luxembourg, Victoria Falls, Casablanca, Mahon, Windhoek, Cork, Marrakech, Yerevan, Dalaman, Mykonos, Dubrovnik, Palma (Majorca), Pristina, Seville. Checked luggage can be dropped off at bag drop desks at the airport.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Find the Best Airfare - Tips

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Find the Best Airfare - Tips Nov 26th 2012, 11:09 Getting the best airfare depends on many factors - time of year, destination and length of stay are just a few of the major ones. The formula for getting the best price for your flights can indeed seem complicated. Although the challenging task of getting a great ticket price likely won't change, there are a number of strategies that may help in your pursuit for the best airfare possible. 1. Finding the Low Season in High Season If you need to travel over a holiday period, ask if any of the days are considered low season. If you are willing to travel on these dates you will likely save some money. 2. Flights During a Holiday Period Require Planning For travel during holiday periods, it is very risky and potentially astronomically expensive to try and book at the last minute. Flights will fill up in advance. 3. Before Sunrise, After Sunset - Time of Day Discounts The time of day that you embark on your air travels can sometimes affect the price of your airfare and depending on your travel plans there may be times of day that are less expensive. 4. Some Days are Cheaper than Others The day of the week that you travel can certainly affect the price you pay for your ticket - some days simply tend to be cheaper than others for flights. 5. More Time Can Mean More Money - Length of Stay The length of your trip can affect your ticket price. If you are planning a long trip that reaches beyond the maximum stay of a very discounted ticket, you will likely fork over more money for your air travels.

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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 Nov 25th 2012, 11:08 Gift cards from the airlines are an option for giving the gift of travel. Most airlines require gift cards to be used within a year, and the rare few do not have a set expire. And still more certificates to give the gift of travel... Alaska Airlines - Purchase up to 30,000 miles as a gift of travel. You must be a Mileage Plan member to purchase miles. United Airlines - Give the gift of up to 60,000 miles as a gift of travel. Miles can be used towards travel or upgrades. US Airways - You can purchase gift cards online or at several retailers for use on US Airways - even at your local Walgreens. Virgin Blue - This Australian airline allows you to use its gift certificates on Virgin Blue, V Australia, Pacific Blue or Polynesian Blue. JetBlue - You can purchase gift cards from $10-$1000. Unlike most airlines' gift cards, JetBlue's ones don't expire. Air Tran - Minimum purchase is $25, and for every $100 you purchase in gift certificates, you'll receive one flight credit in AirTran Airways' A+ Rewards frequent flyer program.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Airline Essentials - Delta Air

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Airline Essentials - Delta Air Nov 25th 2012, 11:08 When Delta Airlines Was Founded: Founded in 1928, and first known as Delta Air Service, Delta originally served Texas, Mississippi and Alabama. Headquarters / Main Hub: The main hub and headquarters of Delta Airlines is in Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Official Website: Seat Maps: Phone Number: Phone number - 800-221-1212 Frequent Flyer / Alliance: Skymiles is the frequent flyer program of Delta Airlines. Delta is in a global alliance as part of SkyTeam. Frequent flyer info Major Crashes / Incidents: Delta's deadliest crash occurred on August 2, 1985. The flight was from Fort Lauderdale and crashed at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, killing 133 passengers and crew on board due to wind shear. There were 34 survivors. Airline News From Delta: Interesting Fact About Delta: Delta serves all 50 United States, and is the only airline that does.

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

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Airline Lounge Passes Nov 25th 2012, 11:08 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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