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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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?
**Senior alert:** Worst airlines for losing or damaging checked bags
Senior citizens check bags more frequently than younger travelers. A new study has ranked many airlines based on their complaints for mishandled or lost bags. According to a study by luggagehero.com, Delta and Spirit are the best for handling your checked bags. At the bottom is Envoy Air. I agree with travel expert Peter Greenberg that there are two kinds of bags on … [Read more...] about **Senior alert:** Worst airlines for losing or damaging checked bags