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New Armrest to Solve Passenger Conflict on Planes

July 21, 2009

I’m sure I’m not alone in this – you are trying to get comfortable in your seat on the plane, and the passenger next to you is hogging the armrest. You can’t even rest the edge of your arm there and get a whole lot less space than you deserve. Even worse, perhaps you’ve got [...]

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Tips for Surviving Plane Travel

June 1, 2009

We’ve all read those guides about plane travel that state the obvious. Show up on time. Have your passport handy. Don’t clutch your backpack as if it’s an explosive you’ve been entrusted with. Ever notice something about those guides though? They’re not about how to survive “plane travel”, they’re about how to survive “airports”. Now [...]

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Does British Airways Charge for Heavy Baggage?

December 6, 2008

If you are flying British Airways it is important to be aware of the heavy baggage fees that you may face. Of course, if you are smart about the way you pack your luggage you can avoid these fees. While this is not always possible, it is a goal that you should have. Why pay [...]

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What are Alaska Airlines Luggage Policies?

December 1, 2008

If you are booked on an Alaska Airlines flight you should be aware of their luggage policies. While every policy may not affect you, there is a good chance that many of them will change the way you pack your bags.
Fortunately, Alaska Airlines allows each passenger to check one bag free of charge. This is [...]

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What is Alaska Airlines Carry on Luggage Policy?

November 27, 2008

When flying on an Alaska Airlines flight you need to be aware of the carry on luggage policy. This may allow you to skip the baggage checking process and the fees that go along with it.
Alaska Airlines allows each passenger to carry on one bag as well as one personal item. This may not sound [...]

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Airfare Prices Dropping

November 25, 2008

If you are planning to travel soon, the good news is that you can expect to pay less money for airline tickets. Due to a number of factors, a few surveys have found that airline tickets are down in price approximately 20% since July.
The main reason for the drop in price is the dropping cost [...]

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Thanksgiving Travel Still Strong

November 18, 2008

Although many people in the United States don’t have as much money in their pockets as they would like, that apparently isn’t going to slow down travel for Thanksgiving. According to research by Harris Interactive, the percentage of people who expect to travel for Thanksgiving is exactly the same as it was last year.
Although common [...]

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Does Continental Charge for Luggage?

November 5, 2008

If you are going to buy a ticket for a Continental flight you need to be aware of the airline’s policies and luggage fees. These fees are becoming more common in today’s airline industry, and it is important to know how they will affect you.

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FlyClear Discount Code

November 3, 2008

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Does Alaska Airlines Charge for Luggage?

November 3, 2008

If you are going to fly Alaska Airlines you need to know that you may be charged for the luggage that you check. This is not always the case, but the airline does have fees in place for excess, overweight, and oversize luggage. Knowing these fees before you arrive at the airport will make things [...]

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Does Alaska Airlines Charge for Heavy Baggage?

October 31, 2008

If you need to check heavy baggage on an Alaska Airlines flight you should be ready to pay an additional fee. While you can avoid these fees with lighter luggage, sometimes this is not possible.
Bags that weigh less than 50 pounds will not be charged an additional fee. But those that weigh between 51 and [...]

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Southwest Airlines College Rapid Rewards Program

October 14, 2008

If you are a student who does a lot of traveling, you are well aware of how quickly the expenses add up. It is not uncommon for a student who goes home during the holidays while in college to rack up a significant amount in travel expenses.
Thankfully, Southwest Airlines now has a program that can [...]

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United Airlines Doubles Second Bag Fee to $50

September 16, 2008

United Airlines announced they are doubling their fee for a second checked bag. The new $50 one-way fee will apply to airline tickets bought beginning Tuesday, September 16 for travel beginning November 10. The airline cited fuel prices for the reason behind the increase.

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JetBlue Now Charging for Blankets and Pillows

August 5, 2008

Do you want to catch a nap on the plane? It will cost you!
It was announced on Monday that JetBlue Airways customers will now be charged for pillows and blankets. The company will offer an eco-friendly travel blanket and pillow for $7 on flights two hours or longer.
The blanket and pillow sets are just [...]

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