How not to fly
Two stories have surfaced over the past day or so that should serve as a friendly reminder how NOT to behave while traveling, via air...
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A pair of Wests team up
Southwest Airlines and WestJet have announced a partnership that should see a significant expansion of route access for the airlines, thanks to planned codesharing and...
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Prepare to get harassed for your vacation photos
The ability to take photos in public spaces is one of those things that most folks take for granted, particularly in democratic countries. Sure, taking...
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Welcome to the 1,000,000 point reward ticket
I know that redemption rates have been going up in various programs, especially in the “rule-buster” category where there are no inventory restrictions on the...
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The final chapter of the all-business airline saga closes
And then there were none. After a flurry of all-business transatlantic airlines sprouted up over the past few years the last surviving member of the...
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I really wanted to like Philadelphia
I’ve been to Philadelphia a couple times for work, and I even spent the night once for pleasure, but I never really got out to...
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The latest fee from a carrier – Delta fuel surcharge for reward seats
Delta is sticking it to their frequent fliers starting on August 15th, when they will institute a fuel surcharge for all reward redemptions. The fee...
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The cuts keep on coming – United shuts down in South Florida
Like most domestic carriers United Airlines is looking to cut service this fall/winter in hopes that they can avoid bankruptcy and/or liquidation. The latest salvo...
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This week’s most ridiculous plan to make air travel more tolerable
Following a spate of recent air rage incidents on flights a group in Denver plans to open a smoking lounge air-side at the airport in...
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Welcome to summer; enjoy the parade
The Coney Island Mermaid Parade is the quintessential way to kick of the summer in New York City. Held every year on the first Saturday...