Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Carry-on Luggage - What Items are Now Permitted...

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Carry-on Luggage - What Items are Now Permitted... Jul 31st 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com There has been a lot of backlash directed at the TSA for banning items such as pumped breastmilk amounts of over 3 ounces when a woman was traveling without her infant. Millions of dollars worth of lighters also made their way into TSA bins. But guess what? Like many things in the air travel industry, these regulations are changing again and there is INCREASED flexibility in items that may be toted in your carry-ons. Lighters and breastmilk can be brought on board. Strange combo? But seriously, the TSA has confiscated millions of lighters and has gotten into some hot water for confiscating the pumped breastmilk of mothers who have had to travel for business or whatever other reasons without their infants - and pumped breastmilk takes time and energy and should never have been banned as carry on since it could easily be spoiled in checked luggage. It's important to note that depending on the country you travel to their may be some differences in what you can bring on board, which are highlighted below. 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: The World's Biggest Airlines

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The World's Biggest Airlines Jul 30th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com Ever wondered about which airlines are the biggest? The following list names the largest airlines by the amount of passengers they flew. Some of the airlines in this list would rank differently if other factors such as revenue and distances flown were also considered. 1American Airlines 2Delta Airlines 3Southwest Airlines 4United Airlines 5Air France-KLM result of a merge of these two airlines in 2004 6Japan Airlines 7Northwest Airlines 8Lufthansa 9All Nippon Airways 10US Airways 11Continental Airlines 12British Airways 13Qantas 14Iberia 15easyjet 16Korean Air 17Ryanair 18America West Airlines 19Air Canada 20Scandinavian Airlines

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Baggage Policies - Free Checked Luggage, Carry...

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Baggage Policies - Free Checked Luggage, Carry... Jul 29th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com The luggage allowances for international airlines - including checked bags, strollers, mobility devices and sports equipment - the fees and free allowances. Unless otherwise noted, wheelchairs are checked in as free baggage, and do NOT count toward the free luggage allowance. Some airlines allow strollers for free and do not require you to use up part of the free luggage allowance. Most airlines, regardless of excess baggage fees that you may be willing to pay, will not accept bags that weigh more than 100lbs as checked luggage. The following policies are for passengers traveling in economy class, and are not top tier frequent flyer members: Air Canada Free Baggage Allowance- First checked bag is free, 2nd is $20 CAD max of 50lbs (23 kg) each, and an additional 44lbs (20kg) maximum of carry on luggage within Canada, and for Mexico and the Caribbean. One free bag only for several destinations outside of Canada - $30 CAD for 2nd piece for US, $50 CAD for 2nd piece for Europe. Excess baggage fees for extra/oversized/overweight luggage start at $50 and can run into the several hundred dollar range. Sports Items/Other Restrictions - Several sports items may be checked in as part of the free luggage allowance. Heavier/larger equipment, for the most part, may be checked for a cost of $50-$150 per direction. Canoes/Hang Gliders/Kayaks/Luges/Polevaults/Windsurfers/Kite Boards cannot be checked in. Umbrella style strollers are free to transport, larger strollers count towards the free baggage allowance. Baggage Policy Westjet Free Baggage Allowance - First is free, 2nd is $20 CAD - checked in allowance is 50lbs(23kg)per bag, and an additional 44lbs (20kg) maximum of carry on luggage. Excess baggage fees for extra/oversized/overweight luggage are $40-$75. Sports Items/Other Restrictions- Several sports items may be checked in as part of the free luggage allowance. Heavier/larger equipment may be checked for a cost of $40 to $75 per direction. Baggage Policy British Airways Free Baggage Allowance- 1 free bag - 50lbs (23kg), and an additional 44lbs (20kg) maximum of carry on luggage. Within Europe, it is one bag at 50lbs and one piece of carry on luggage. 2nd piece price ranges from $40 - $60. Excess baggage fees for extra/oversized/overweight luggage range from 16-75 pounds. Sports Items/Other Restrictions- Several sports items may be checked in as part of the free luggage allowance. The following sports equipment cannot be checked in: hang gliders, windsurfing boards, and sails, surfboards, kayaks, canoes and oars, pole vaults, javelins. Baggage Policy Ryanair Free Baggage Allowance- NO free checked in baggage allowance. Carry on maximum of 10kg (22lbs) is permitted. For checked in luggage, the maximum weight is 15kg (33lbs) total. The first piece of checked luggage is 15-35 Euros, with a second piece being 35-70 Euros. Excess baggage is at a per kilo fee of 20 Euros. An umbrella stroller is permitted for infants, anything else is subject to fees. Sports Items/Other Restrictions - 50 Euros per flight. Baggage Policy Easyjet Free Baggage Allowance- NO free checked in allowance. The check in procedure for luggage is as follows - "Up to 8 pieces of checked-in hold baggage to a maximum combined weight of 20kg. Each piece of checked-in hold baggage will incur a fee, which is payable online or at the airport at a higher charge". Sports Items/Other Restrictions- 25-35 Euros per flight. Baggage Policy Qantas Free Baggage Allowance -15lbs for carry on items. International travel means a free checked in allowance of 2 pieces of luggage at a maximum of 70lbs per piece for several destinations such as Canada, US and UK, and less for others. Excess luggage fees are based both on zone and per kilo. Sports Items/Other Restrictions- Several sports items may be checked as part of the free luggage allowance. Baggage Policy Air New Zealand Free Baggage Allowance- 1 piece of checked luggage at 50lbs (23 kg) per bag in general for most destinations. Carry on luggage is limited to 15lbs. Excess baggage fees are assessed both by zone and per kilo. Sports Items/Other Restrictions- Several sports items may be checked in as part of the free luggage allowance. Baggage Policy Lufthansa Free Baggage Allowance- With the exception of Brazil or Japan travel, where 2 pieces of checked luggage at a weight of up to 70lbs each(32kg)is permitted, the free checked in allowance is 50lbs(23 kg)per bag, and an additional 8kg for carry on luggage. 1 piece of free checked-in for Europe, Canada and the US. Excess baggage fees for extra/oversized/overweight luggage are collected based both on mileage zone and kilos. Sports Items/Other Restrictions- Several sports items may be checked in as part of the free luggage allowance. Heavier/larger equipment, may be checked for a cost of $25 - $200 per direction. Baggage Policy Singapore Airlines Free Baggage Allowance- With the exception of travel to/from the US or Canada where 2 pieces of checked luggage at a weight of up to 50lbs each(23kg) is permitted, the free checked in allowance is 44lbs(20kg) total, and an additional 7kg for carry on luggage. Excess baggage fees for extra/oversized/overweight luggage are collected based both on mileage zone and kilos. Sports Items/Other Restrictions- Several sports items may be checked in as part of the free luggage allowance. Baggage Policy

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: bereavement fare

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bereavement fare Jul 28th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com 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: Reader's Digest - 50 Secrets Your Pilot Won't...

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Reader's Digest - 50 Secrets Your Pilot Won't... Jul 28th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com Reader's Digest asked commercial airline pilots to share some of their secrets with their readers. From napping during flights, to safety issues, airline pilots responded, with Reader's Digest compiling it all in a feature of 50 secrets  - 50 Secrets Your Pilot Won't Tell You. Of the 50 shared secrets, I've included the 10 that struck me the most. 1. Behind Closed Cockpit Doors AS737700 / Flickr On the question of whether pilots sleep on the job... “Do pilots sleep in there? Definitely. Sometimes it’s just a ten-minute catnap, but it happens.” John Greaves, airline accident lawyer and former airline captain, Los Angeles 2. This Happens All the Time to Gate Agents Too I chuckled a little when I read this one. When flights are canceled due to weather, it is not necessarily the weather you see in the departing or arrival city, but can be prohibitive conditions en route. As a gate agent, I do hear a version of this...a lot. “This happens all the time: We’ll be in Pittsburgh going to Philly, and there will be a weather delay. The weather in Pittsburgh is beautiful. Then I’ll hear passengers saying, ‘You know, I just called my friend in Philly, and it’s beautiful there too,’ like there’s some kind of conspiracy or something. But in the airspace between Pittsburgh and Philly there’s a huge thunderstorm.” Jack Stephan 3. Breathe in, the Air is Clean up There I wrote a feature addressing the issue of recycled air on planes, and in fact, with the current filtration systems in use, many airplanes offer cleaner air than hospitals. “Cabin air is not as dirty as people think. A portion of the air is recirculated because that helps to reduce humidity. But it’s run through hospital-quality HEPA filters, and it’s actually cleaner than the air found in most public buildings.” Patrick Smith, commercial pilot and author, askthepilot.com 4. Flying Short of an Engine Arlene Fleming Note that most commercial airplane types can be flown safely with one malfunctioning engine. “We tell passengers what they need to know. We don’t tell them things that are going to scare the pants off them. So you’ll never hear me say, ‘Ladies and gentlemen, we just had an engine failure,’ even if that’s true.” Jim Tilmon, retired American Airlines pilot, Phoenix 5. The Safety of Babes in Arms Although in most cases, a lap baby is allowed until the age of 2, there is a call to end the practice of permitting infants under 2 to travel without his/her own booked seat. Patrick Smith comments on the issue: “Is traveling with a baby in your lap safe? No. It’s extremely dangerous. If there’s any impact or deceleration, there’s a good chance you’re going to lose hold of your kid, and he becomes a projectile. But the government’s logic is that if we made you buy an expensive seat for your baby, you’d just drive, and you’re more likely to be injured driving than flying.” Patrick Smith 6. The Truth About Turbulence With turbulence bringing on anxiety in so many passengers, a pilot's take: “Pilots find it perplexing that so many people are afraid of turbulence. It’s all but impossible for turbulence to cause a crash. We avoid turbulence not because we’re afraid the wing is going to fall off but because it’s annoying.” Patrick Smith 7. Commenting on Safety - and Running on Empty Public Domain This is the safety issue you hear grumblings of, but hope isn't true... “I’m constantly under pressure to carry less fuel than I’m comfortable with. Airlines are always looking at the bottom line, and you burn fuel carrying fuel. Sometimes if you carry just enough fuel and you hit thunderstorms or delays, then suddenly you’re running out of gas and you have to go to an alternate airport.” Captain at a major airline 8. A Smoother Flight for the Fearful Flier This is a strategy for first time and nervous passengers I hadn't thought of but makes an immense amount of sense, particularly during summer months with active weather, and often less stable conditions in the air. “If you’re a nervous flier, book a morning flight. The heating of the ground later causes bumpier air, and it’s much more likely to thunderstorm in the afternoon.” Jerry Johnson, pilot, Los Angeles 9. For Pilots, Lightning Can Strike Twice At the airport, there is usually a red alert when lightning is in the vicinity, and all activity stops outside. This choice is not available in the air, and a workplace safety hazard for pilots... “I’ve been struck by lightning twice. Most pilots have. Airplanes are built to take it. You hear a big boom and see a big flash and that’s it. You’re not going to fall out of the sky.” Pilot for a regional carrier, Charlotte, North Carolina 10. Why You Really Shouldn't Use Your Cell Phone Inflight Passengers often grumble about not being able to use cell phones during flight, how it is safe. Great perspective from a pilot on this topic... “People don’t understand why they can’t use their cell phones. Well, what can happen is 12 people will decide to call someone just before landing, and I can get a false reading on my instruments saying that we are higher than we really are.” Jim Tilmon

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: United Airlines Baggage Policies - Free Checked...

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United Airlines Baggage Policies - Free Checked... Jul 28th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com The following policies are for passengers traveling in economy class, and are not top tier frequent flyer members (Premier Associate status or higher in Mileage Plus or Silver status and above with a Star Alliance partner are exempt from this policy) for flights within the United States, the US Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Canada: United Airlines Baggage Allowance - Your first checked in bag is $25, your second is $35, with a weight allowance of 50lbs (23kg) per bag, and an additional 40lbs maximum of carry on luggage. For Europe, Mexico and the Caribbean - 1st bag free then $50 for second bags on flights to Europe, and $30 for 2nd checked pieces for the Caribbean and Mexico. Other international destinations permit 2 bags weighing a maximum of 50lbs each for free (except Brazil which allows for a maximum of 70lbs each). Excess baggage fees for extra/oversized/overweight luggage start at $125 and can run up to several hundred dollars. If it weighs over 100lbs it will not be accepted and you will need to contact cargo for freight charges. United Airlines policies regarding checking strollers, car seats, mobility devices and sports equipment. Baggage Policy

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: How Much Stuff Can I Check In - The Airline...

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How Much Stuff Can I Check In - The Airline... Jul 28th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com Airlines have decreased luggage allowances a lot over the years. I've worked for the same airline for over a dozen years and seen the permitted free allowance simply drop. Those least affected - executive/business/first class airfares, or top tier frequent flyer members who have long enjoyed a bit more flexibility with luggage. Now you may not be able to take a surfboard, or a larger stroller, where you once could. Unless otherwise noted, wheelchairs are checked in as free baggage, and do NOT count toward the free luggage allowance. Some airlines allow strollers for free. Most airlines, regardless of excess baggage fees that you may be willing to pay, will not accept bags that weigh more than 100lbs as checked luggage. So what is an air traveler to do? It is a case of trying to keep up with the tightening luggage policies of the airlines. The following policies are for passengers traveling in economy class, and are not top tier frequent flyer members: American Airlines American Airlines Checked-In Luggage and Excess Luggage Fees and Allowances American Airlines Checked-in Strollers, Car Seats, Mobility Devices and Sports Equipment Fees and Allowances United Airlines United Airlines Checked-In Luggage and Excess Luggage Fees and Allowances United Airlines Checked-in Strollers, Car Seats, Mobility Devices and Sports Equipment Fees and Allowances Delta Airlines Delta Airlines Checked-In Luggage and Excess Luggage Fees and Allowances Delta Airlines Checked-in Strollers, Car Seats, Mobility Devices and Sports Equipment Fees and Allowances Continental Airlines Continental Airlines Checked-In Luggage and Excess Luggage Fees and Allowances Continental Airlines Checked-in Strollers, Car Seats, Mobility Devices and Sports Equipment Fees and Allowances US Airways US Airways Checked-In Luggage and Excess Luggage Fees and Allowances US Airways Checked-in Strollers, Car Seats, Mobility Devices and Sports Equipment Fees and Allowances Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Checked-In Luggage and Excess Luggage Fees and Allowances Alaska Airlines Checked-in Strollers, Car Seats, Mobility Devices and Sports Equipment Fees and Allowances Northwest Airlines Northwest Airlines has merged with Delta Airlines and shares the same policies regarding luggage.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Southwest Airlines Low Cost Airlines - Budget...

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Southwest Airlines Low Cost Airlines - Budget... Jul 27th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com Year Founded: Southwest Airlines was founded in 1971 in Dallas, Texas Headquarters / Main Hub: Southwest is based in Dallas, Texas. Its main hub is Dallas Love Field Airport, as well as hubs in Las Vegas and Chicago. Official Website: Seat Maps: Phone Number: phone #800-435-9792 Frequent Flyer and Global Alliance: Southwest's frequent flyer program is Rapid Rewards. They are not currently associated with a global alliance of airlines. Frequent flyer info Major Crashes / Incidents: Southwest Airlines has not had a crash that resulted in loss of life on board. However, in December of 2005 it did have a flight that skidded off the runway at Chicago's Midway Airport, and killed a boy traveling in a car that was hit by the plane as it skid. Airline News: Southwest Airlines Newsroom Interesting Fact: Southwest Airlines is a pioneer in low cost airlines, fighting legal battles for over 3 years in order to be allowed to fly. The legal fight was documented in an odd way and became a children's book.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: American Airlines Tickets and Reservations -...

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American Airlines Tickets and Reservations -... Jul 27th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com American Airlines offers check-in online, and a few of the particulars of their web check-in services: American Airlines - Online check-in is available up to 24 hours prior to departure. Need reservation number or AAdvantage number and an AA.com password for web check-in. Available for flights within the US, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. You can check in for connecting flights, even with another airline, as long as American Airlines has an e-ticketing agreement with them. You can drop off checked luggage at Curb-side Check-in, Self Service Check-in, or with an agent.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Airlines Phone Numbers - Airlines Telephone...

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Airlines Phone Numbers - Airlines Telephone... Jul 27th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com Find airline phone numbers for airlines in Canada, Mexico and the United States in the following list: Airlines Based in North America Aero California 800-237-6225 Aero Mexico 800-237-6639 Air Canada 888-247-2262 Air Creebec 800-567-6567 Air Inuit 800-361-5933 Air Tindi 888-545-6794 Air Transat 866-847-1112 Alaska Airlines 800-426-0333, 866-516-1685 American Airlines 800-433-7300 Bearskin Airlines 800-465-2327 Continental Airlines 800-525-0280 Delta Airlines 800-221-1212 First Air 800-267-1247 Frontier Airlines 800-432-1359 Hawaiian Airlines 800-367-5320 Horizon Air 800-547-9308 JetBlue 800-538-2583 Mexicana Airlines 800-531-7921 Porter Airlines (Canada) 888-619-8622 Southwest Airlines 800-435-9792 Spirit Airlines 800-772-7117 United Airlines 800-241-6522 US Airways 800-428-4322 Virgin America 877-359-8474 WestJet Airlines 800-538-5696

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: In and Out of Dubrovnik Airport

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In and Out of Dubrovnik Airport Jul 25th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com Dubrovnik, also known as the pearl of the Adriatic, is just one of the destinations in Croatia, a small European country that has burst onto the tourism scene. The airports in Croatia may be small, but a few tips for getting in and out of them doesn't hurt. Considering it is such as small airport, there are several transportation options from DBV. Approximately a half dozen car rental agencies with well known names such as Hertz are located immediately after the baggage area. And if you don't want the hassle of renting, approximately 200-220 Croatian Kuna (30 euros). You can also set up a taxi in advance - one such site is Taxi and Transportation Service Dubrovnik to make sure you get the correct fare. However, the least expensive way to get to and from the airport is by bus. Shuttles are operated according to flight schedules. So if you are flying into Dubrovnik you can rest assured that what looks like a tour bus will be outside, along the curb. The bus goes to the gate of the old town and will run you 30 Croatian Kuna. For returning to the airport, bus service leaves from the old town gate approximately 1.5 to 2 hours prior to a flight's departure time and is the same rate of 30 Kuna. If you are trying to go south to Serbia and Montenegro, the morning bus is supposed to stop at the airport but this is a small airport, and only domestic flights from Zagreb could possibly meet up with the bus. If you are going to the islands, you can take the bus service from the airport which drops you off at the old town gate. Coincidentally, all of the local bus service also leaves from this area. Take bus 1A or 1B for 10 Kuna if you are paying the bus driver, or 8 Kuna from the newsstand in the bus area. Either of these two routes will take you to your choice of the ferry or bus terminal. In terms of other travel essentials, the airport has the bare necessities available. If you need cash, there are ATM machines across from the car rental booths. And finally, regarding the check-in process. Check-in counters tend to open up approximately two hours prior to your scheduled departure. The advantage of this small airport is it is straightforward and easy to maneuver your way through.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Book Cheap, Discounted, Airline Tickets and...

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Book Cheap, Discounted, Airline Tickets and... Jul 24th 2013, 11:01, by airtravel.guide@about.com A look at several online resources, booking engines, and travel agencies for booking airline tickets deals and last minute flights online. 1. Airfare Travel Deals this Week - Cheap Airline Tickets A list of some of the current travel deals for cheap airline tickets. I update the list frequently with specials I've found from different websites, press releases, and twitter. 2. Airfare Watchdog This site has really come into its own, using real people to find hidden airfare gems. What I like about the site in particular is the blog with daily specials - some of them are truly hidden fares that are hard to beat. 3. Air Treks Around the world fares are the specialty of this site. Economy and Business fares are both offered, and you can build your own itinerary. They've created sample trips to give you an idea of what an around the world fare could look like. You do need to request more information so you won't have an exact price in an instant, but that's part of booking several different places to stop during your travels. What I like about the site is it fits a niche that many don't - looking at around the world airfares - so stopover options in several cities for the traveler that doesn't just want to book a simple roundtrip. 4. Airfare Dig Airfare Dig scours the internet for some of the best current airfare sales. Many of these specials are "hidden airfares", or unadvertised specials so they are harder to find and come and go very quickly. You don't book with them, but they list the rules and link you to where you can complete a booking. Their blog is not updated that often, but their home page is. What I like about the site is it is clear about it's mission - finding lesser-known airfare specials - so it can be helpful for finding deals. Its deal page also allows you to see if any of the deals they mention apply to the airport you may be traveling from. 5. Best Fares For passengers beginning travel in the US there are some truly great flight deals to be had for travel within the US, to Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and points beyond. Act quickly, deals don't last long. What I like about the site is there are pages you may not find on other sites like Wholesale Airfares to Europe, and also car and rail deals too. 6. CheapTickets A popular online booking site for discounted airfares and a good Last Minute Trips section. What I like about the site is it has lots of advertised airfare specials listed on the home page. Also, you can book things like concert and event tickets - so good for a one-stop-shopping experience. 7. Cheapflights The real strength of Cheapflights is that it has individual sites for a huge host of different countries. It lists deals, and gives you an idea of what kind of good airfares are out there. They are also pretty good at alerting you to airfare specials. What I like about the site is Cheapflights hand-picks airfare specials - and lots of them. They detail the rules of such specials, and unlike many of their competitors they have several sites for countries around the world, so you could be located in Austria or Australia and find deals from your country of origin. 8. Dohop Has some similarities with Buzz (Kayak), with its simple design and seemingly endless list of search possibilities. It may not be the fanciest looking page, but this site is easy to use, and pretty fast for finding good airfares. What I like about the site is the simplicity of it - it's pretty easy to navigate. 9. Bing Bing has a series of arrows that accord with speculating whether an airfare will rise or fall and whether you should book, or wait to buy. There are risks inherent in this, but it is fun to see airfares treated a bit as if they are on the stock exchange. There are interesting tools too, including a fare comparison over a 30 day period. What I like about the site is it's kind of fun - especially figuring out all of the ins and outs of their Farecast technology - which includes searching multiple sites; checking the price predictor; comparing results; and then buying direct from the supplier of the airfare special. 10. Expedia One of the big players in online booking services - pretty good for finding decent airfares. They have deals listed on their home page and just a lot of different resources to peruse - might want to spend time on the site if you are headed over there. What I like about the site is that it has been around for a long time and has lots of travel and vacation options and traveler reviews as well.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: The Unaccompanied Minor - When Children Travel...

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The Unaccompanied Minor - When Children Travel... Jul 22nd 2013, 11:02, by airtravel.guide@about.com The end of the summer travel period, and holiday periods are peak times for children traveling solo on the airlines. For many children, returning to school can mean a cross-country trek. The frequency of children traveling by themselves has led airlines to set up programs that address the specific needs of children traveling alone. The common term that is used to describe children who fly alone is unaccompanied minors (also known as UMs). Particular rules apply to these young travelers, and there are travel tips to help make the experience easier. What is an unaccompanied minor? The short answer is a child traveling without a parent, guardian, or another trusted adult that the child knows. The age requirements that are generally used by the airlines to define the unaccompanied minor are children between the ages of five and eleven years old (and sometimes up to 15 - it is always advisable to contact the airline to make sure that they accept unaccompanied minors as passengers). Let the airline know that a child is traveling unaccompanied in advance - many airlines require this information at the time of booking. Some airlines will permit a child who is over twelve (or fifteen and older depending on the airline's rules) to accompany a child who is between five to eleven years old (or fourteen for the more restrictive airlines) without requiring the younger child to travel as an unaccompanied minor. For a short journey this may not be a huge problem, but for a long journey involving connections it may not be worth the anxiety for both the children traveling and the parent or guardian waiting to hear that the children have made it to their destination safely. Children who are twelve and older (sometimes fifteen and older) can be accepted as unaccompanied minors as long as the fees are paid and the proper documentation is completed. Almost all airlines will charge for their unaccompanied minor services, usually assessed per direction. It is important to note that if a child will be traveling on more than one airline there is the potential that you may be paying more than one fee. Further, not all airlines employ the same rules for their unaccompanied minors. Some permit all unaccompanied minors to have connecting flights if needed; some will allow unaccompanied minors that are eight years old or older to have connections; and some will not permit connecting flights at all. If more than one airline is required, you will need to follow the rules of the airline that imposes the most restrictions. If two or more children are traveling together, most airlines will assess only one fee, and not charge per child.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Southwest Airlines Tickets and Reservations -...

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Southwest Airlines Tickets and Reservations -... Jul 21st 2013, 11:02, by airtravel.guide@about.com Southwest Airlines offers check-in online. What you need to check-in and a few of the details of their web check-in services: Southwest Airlines Check-in online up to 24 hours prior to departure. Need your confirmation number and name of passenger in order to use online check-in. Passengers traveling with infants without a seat cannot check-in online as identification proving the child is under 2 years old must be presented to a Southwest Airlines agent.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Continental Airlines Bereavement Airfares -...

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Continental Airlines Bereavement Airfares -... Jul 20th 2013, 11:02, by airtravel.guide@about.com Continental Airlines bereavement / compassion airfares policy for flights to travel to funerals or family emergencies (imminent death / terminal illness). Continental offers a 5% discount for fares up to $499.99 roundtrip , 10% discount $999.99 roundtrip, 20% discount for fares over $1000. Full details are available on this page of Continental's website.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Free Wi-Fi On Board AirTran, Delta Airlines and...

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Free Wi-Fi On Board AirTran, Delta Airlines and... Jul 20th 2013, 11:02, by airtravel.guide@about.com Several airlines, in conjunction with Google, are offering free internet service during their flights for the holiday air travel period. From November 20, 2010 until January 2, 2011, enjoy free Wi-Fi on board AirTran Airways, Delta Airlines and Virgin America. A free service from airlines...happy holiday air travels. 1. AirTran Airways Free Wi-Fi www.airtran.com AirTran distinguishes itself by having Wi-Fi on all of its 138 planes. Its free internet offer, in conjunction with Google, on board runs from November 20, 2010 to January 2, 2011. From Tad Hutcheson, vice president of marketing and sales for AirTran Airways - "We are delighted to join forces with Google Chrome to give our loyal customers free inflight Wi-Fi...We pride ourselves on offering the most consistent, high-quality flying experience to our passengers, and we are happy to add to that experience free Wi-Fi on every AirTran Airways flight this holiday season." 2. Delta Airlines Free Wi-Fi Delta Airlines is also giving the gift of free internet, in conjunction with Google, from November 20, 2010 to January 2, 2011. According to Google, Delta Airlines has outfitted its domestic fleet for Wi-Fi with GoGo Inflight, so that all domestic passengers with Wi-Fi enabled laptops/mobile devices can enjoy this free service. 3. Virgin America Free Wi-Fi Virgin America Virgin America, in conjunction with Google, is serving up free internet inflight from November 20, 2010 to January 2, 2011. Free time to surf and fly. 4. Lufthansa Free Broadband Internet Arlene Fleming Lufthansa is relaunching its FlyNet program on international flights. The service is initially available on specific flights from Frankfurt to New York (JFK), Detroit and Atlanta. And best thing of all...the service is free for passengers on these routes until January 31, 2011.

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Air Travel: What's Hot Now: Top 10 Airlines in Latin America

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Top 10 Airlines in Latin America Jul 19th 2013, 11:02, by airtravel.guide@about.com Airlines in Latin America may not carry as many passengers as airlines in Europe, and North America, but there are plenty of airlines serving all parts of Latin America. This is the top 10 based on how many passengers chose to fly on them. 1. TAM Brazil The default for their website is in Portuguese, and sometimes it just won't let you switch over to English. 2. Varig Brazil's former flagship carrier, which has faced stiff competition from low cost Brazilian airlines, is leaving Star Alliance and joining oneworld. 3. Aeromexico Aeromexico is a member of the Sky Team Alliance. 4. Mexicana From their website - "Mexicana de Aviación began operations more than 85 years ago, and it is therefore the fourth airline with the most aerospace tradition in the world." 5. GOL This Brazilian low cost carrier is booming, cracking the top 5 airlines in Latin America based on passenger traffic 6. LAN Airlines LAN has grown into an airline that is now not only the flagship carrier for Chile, but also for several other South American countries. 7. Avianca This Colombian airline is one of the oldest in the world and has outlasted several other Colombian upstarts such as ACES. 8. Aerolineas Argentinas This Argentinian airline is also a mainstay of South American airlines. 9. Aviacsa This airline primarily serves domestic destinations within Mexico. 10. TACA This Latin American airline has hubs in both Central and South America and often is able to offer great deals to countries such as Honduras, Peru, and Guatemala.

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