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New Armrest to Solve Passenger Conflict on Planes

July 21, 2009
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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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Travel Stories and News for 3/23/2009

March 23, 2009
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Below is a list of travel stories and news for 3/23/2009
U.S. airlines may have reached limit on new fees – via reuters
It’s been a long time coming, but it seems U.S. airlines finally may have reached a limit on new fees they can charge for in-flight perks that used to be included in the ticket [...]

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Alaska Airlines Baggage Restrictions, Luggage Charges and Carry on Luggage

December 8, 2008
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As a passenger on an Alaska Airlines flight it is important to be aware of baggage restrictions, luggage charges, and carry on luggage policies. These details will determine how you pack for your trip, and what you do when you arrive at the airport.
Alaska Airlines is one of the only airlines that allow passengers to [...]

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Does British Airways Charge for Luggage?

December 6, 2008
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In today’s day and age almost every airline charges for luggage. This is definitely the case with British Airways. Before you book a ticket on a British Airways flight it is important to be aware of the fees that you may incur. After all, you may be able to save yourself some money by choosing [...]

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What are Alaska Airlines Luggage Policies?

December 1, 2008
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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 are British Airways Baggage Restrictions, Luggage Charges and Carry on Luggage

November 30, 2008
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It is important to be aware of British Airways baggage restrictions, luggage charges, and carry on luggage policy before booking a trip on this airline. They have recently implemented changes to their policies, and all passengers need to follow these guidelines.

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Does Delta Charge for Heavy Baggage?

November 29, 2008
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Many airlines are cracking down on the number of bags that a passenger can check, as well as the weight of each piece of luggage. Delta is no different, and if you are flying this airline you need to be well aware of the fees that are associated with checking heavy baggage.

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What are British Airways Luggage Policies?

November 29, 2008
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When flying British Airways you are allowed to check one piece of luggage free of charge. This is a decent deal considering the fact that many airlines are now charging for all baggage. That being said, British Airways luggage policies are not quite this simple. You must be aware of policies surrounding additional bags, as [...]

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What is Alaska Airlines Carry on Luggage Policy?

November 27, 2008
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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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What is Continental Airlines Carry on Luggage Policy?

November 26, 2008
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When you carry on your luggage you can avoid long lines and lost time at the check-in counter. Of course, you need to be aware of Continental’s carry on policy before you move forward with this. There are some items that you are allowed to carry on, as well as others that must be checked.
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What is Delta Airlines Carry on Luggage Policy?

November 23, 2008
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All Delta passengers are permitted to carry on one personal item as well as one bag. That being said, there are restrictions that you need to be aware of. If your items do not match the restrictions set forth by Delta, you will have to check them in the belly of the plane.

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Does US Airways Charge for Luggage?

November 23, 2008
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The question of whether or not US Airways charges for luggage has become more and more common as of late. As of July 9, 2008, US Airways does charge certain fees for luggage. That being said, you need to know if these fees apply to you and whether or not you can get around them.

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What are Delta Airlines Luggage Policies?

November 22, 2008
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Delta recently updated their luggage policy. For passengers flying this airline in the near future, it is very important to be aware of these policies and how they will affect your trip. As you know, every airline is different when it comes to their luggage policy. The more you know before you leave for the [...]

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Does Continental Airlines Charge for Heavy Baggage?

November 19, 2008
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Are you booked on a Continental flight? Do you need to check heavy baggage? If so, there is a good chance that you will incur an overweight baggage fee. While this is an extra cost to you, it is something that many people have to deal with when flying.
On a Continental flight you are allowed [...]

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Does US Airways Charge for Heavy Baggage?

November 16, 2008
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Flying US Airways means that you may be assessed a heavy baggage fee. This is something that you want to be aware of before you depart for the airport. You can save yourself a lot of money in fees by simply following the guidelines set forth by the airline.

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What is US Airways Carry on Luggage Policy?

November 15, 2008
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Like every airline, US Airways has a carry on luggage policy that must be followed. This holds true no matter where you are flying to and from, or your status as a passenger. You are permitted to carry on one bag as well as one personal item. Your personal item can include a purse, laptop [...]

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Does Delta Airlines Charge for Luggage?

November 15, 2008
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Delta charges for luggage in some cases, and you need to be aware of these fees before heading to the airport. It is much easier to pack and plan for your trip when you are aware of the charges that you may face during check in.
At this time, Delta allows passengers flying within the United [...]

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Continental Baggage Restrictions, Luggage Charges and Carry on Luggage

November 12, 2008
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Continental has baggage restrictions, luggage charges, and a carry on luggage policy just like every airline. That being said, you need to be aware of the governing details of these policies.

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Does Virgin Atlantic Charge for Luggage?

November 9, 2008
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Virgin Atlantic has two types of baggage allowances. In order to calculate possible fees, you must aware of these policies. Flights to and from the United States, Caribbean, Jamaica, Cuba, Kenya and Nigeria are based on the number of checked bags. Flights to and from South Africa, China, Mauritius, India, Japan, Hong Kong, Dubai and [...]

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Does Virgin Atlantic Charge for Heavy Baggage?

November 9, 2008
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Virgin Atlantic charges for heavy baggage depending on your travel route. Flights to and from South Africa, China, Mauritius, India, Japan, Hong Kong, Dubai and Australia are subject to the airline’s weight system. If you are worried about being charged for heavy baggage, your best bet is to keep the total weight of each piece [...]

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What is Virgin Atlantic’s Carry on Luggage Policy?

November 8, 2008
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If you are flying Virgin Atlantic you need to be aware of the carry on luggage policy. Your restrictions will be based on the type of ticket that you have. For this reason, it is important to check your ticket and luggage before leaving for the airport.
Upper class passengers are permitted to carry on two [...]

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Does Continental Charge for Luggage?

November 5, 2008
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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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United Airlines – Best in Business Class

November 4, 2008
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Are you looking for the best business class service in the airline industry? Executive Travel magazine awarded United Airlines with its 2008 Leading Edge honor for Best Domestic Airlines of Business Class Service. This was mainly due to the airline’s outstanding services for international business travelers.
One of the main highlights of United Airlines’ new International [...]

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FlyClear Discount Code

November 3, 2008
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Extend you FlyClear membership by an extra month when you register with this FlyClear security discount code:
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Does Alaska Airlines Charge for Luggage?

November 3, 2008
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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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US Airways Baggage Restrictions, Luggage Charges and Carry on Luggage

November 2, 2008
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Flying US Airways means that you need to be aware of baggage restrictions, luggage charges, and carry on policies. Just like every airline, they have policies that you must adhere to. It is better to be aware of US Airways baggage than to be surprised at check-in.

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What are US Airways Luggage Policies?

November 1, 2008
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US Airways updated their luggage policy on July 9, 2008. If you are going to fly US Air you need to be aware of the new policy, and how this will affect your luggage and carry on baggage.

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Does Alaska Airlines Charge for Heavy Baggage?

October 31, 2008
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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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What are Continental Luggage Policies?

October 29, 2008
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Like many airlines, Continental recently updated their luggage policy. If you are going to be a passenger on a Continental flight in the near future you need to be aware of these changes and how they will affect you.

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Does United Airlines Charge for Luggage?

October 26, 2008
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If you are going to fly in today’s world, you need to know that some airlines charge for checked luggage. This is becoming more and more common. Airlines are losing more money than ever before, and by charging for checked baggage they can add an additional stream of income.

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