In the past decade, over 200 million more passengers fly on planes than just fifteen years ago. But, that's just part of the story. Airlines are now flying over 1.5 million FEWER FLIGHTS than they did fifteen years ago! I was never great at math but I can understand this statistic. More passengers and fewer flights mean more people on a plane. Another good reason to … [Read more...] about Wonder why planes are more crowded? Here’s the answer
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First day of Fall means it’s time to buy Holiday plane tickets
If you plan to travel over the upcoming holidays, now is the time to buy your plane tickets. Fares are expected to rise over the next three months so the longer you wait, the more you'll probably pay to fly. According to CheapAir.com, the best times to fly around the Christmas holiday is December 18th and December 28th. Another good time is December 24th (later in the … [Read more...] about First day of Fall means it’s time to buy Holiday plane tickets
Frontier Airlines lowers change fees
At a time when most airlines are raising fees, Frontier Airlines today announced they are lowering fees for itinerary changes. There is an asterisk, however. Changes made 90 days out from travel date are free. Previously, the fee was $99. Most airlines, but not all, charge $200 for changes to itineraries. If the change is less than 90 days from travel, but more than two … [Read more...] about Frontier Airlines lowers change fees
Checked bags fees go up 20% in past few weeks
Jet Blue started it. In late August, they bumped up their first checked bag fee from $25 to $30. This was quickly followed by Delta and United. American has not yet raised their fee but I for one expect the raise any day. Spirit and Allegiant were already at $30 and as of yet, it remains there. Southwest still allows 2 free checked bags … [Read more...] about Checked bags fees go up 20% in past few weeks
Let’s examine travel insurance. Do you need it?
What Senior Travelers Need to Know About Travel Insurance The photo is one I took a few years ago. It was an evacuation, for medical reasons, of a passenger having heart issues. Vacations used to be for those who had the time and money to get away from home for a few days every year, and those people always went to the same destination for their trips. … [Read more...] about Let’s examine travel insurance. Do you need it?
Top Ten Most Annoying Airline Passengers
AirlineRatings.com recently did a study of the top ten most annoying airline passengers. The worst goes to smelly passengers. 78% of respondents listed this as annoying. Here we go: 10 Window Hogger: 39% 9. High and might passenger: 42$ 8. Exercise in the aisles: 45% 7. Chatterbox: 48% 6. Weak bladder: 50% 5. Too many carry-ons: 55% 4. Armrest … [Read more...] about Top Ten Most Annoying Airline Passengers
**Senior Alert:** Miracles actually happen on flights!
According to a CBS News report, flight attendants have often reported "miracles" happening on flights! They claim many people board with a wheelchair yet are able to walk off the plane on their own. Of course, this miracle is tongue-in-cheek as the wheelchair passengers are just hacking the system to get early boarding. I find this unethical but in my many travels, I … [Read more...] about **Senior Alert:** Miracles actually happen on flights!
Alaska Airlines Fall Sale
A sale at an airline is not that unusual. Sometimes, however, they are too good not to mention here. Alaska Airlines started their Fall sale two days ago and I can fly from San Diego to Kona Hawaii for just $179. Check them out today because this sale ends tonight. https://www.alaskaair.com/content/deals/flights/fall-sale … [Read more...] about Alaska Airlines Fall Sale
**Senior Alert:** Hot or cold on an airplane? Report it!
Ever been hot on an airplane? Or cold? Now, there is an app that allows you to report it. Seniors have thinner skin than younger passengers and it's not unusual to see a senior wearing a sweater while others are trying to cool off. Planes are particularly difficult at times. The app was launched by The Association of Flight Attendants and it's called 2Hot2Cold. It … [Read more...] about **Senior Alert:** Hot or cold on an airplane? Report it!
**Senior alert:** Should you drink airplane water?
Probably not. Senior citizens generally have a weaker immune system than youngsters. it's important we avoid things that can enter our bodies and do harm. Social media posts show many flight attendants refuse to drink any water out of the airplane storage tanks. A 2015 study on aircraft water quality published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and … [Read more...] about **Senior alert:** Should you drink airplane water?