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Best Off-Peak Destinations and Attractions for Summer
If you’re looking for cheap flights to fun cities this summer, consider an off-peak destination. What is Off-Peak? Let’s compare some terms: Peak season is the time of year when a destination is most popular. A good example is the Rocky Mountains in winter with all its world-class ski resorts. Off-peak for these mountains is summer or … Read Best Off-Peak Destinations and Attractions for Summer
Posted In: Airfare Analysis, Holiday/SeasonalCongress Vocal About American/US Airways Merger
You may have noticed recent news reports about Congressional unhappiness over the American Airlines/US Airways merger. Some suggested that this grousing – over the possible loss of non-stop flights between representatives’ districts and Washington’s Reagan Airport - is nothing more than political whining over personal inconvenience. That could be part of it, but not all. Meanwhile, … Read Congress Vocal About American/US Airways Merger
Posted In: Airfare Analysis, Airport NewsFind Cheap Flights for Independence Day Weekend
The U.S. Independence Day holiday – better known as the Fourth of July – falls on a Thursday this year which opens up the possibility of a short mini-break or a longer vacation. Here’s how to make the most of whatever trip you choose and how to save some money. Hear Rick Seaney offer more tips … Read Find Cheap Flights for Independence Day Weekend
Posted In: Airfare Analysis, Holiday/Seasonal, Multimedia, PodcastsDelta Drops Memphis as Hub, Latest Blow to Smaller City Airports
We’ve been seeing this strategy play out for the past few years now: U.S. airlines shifting flights away from smaller cities to mega-hubs. The latest victim is Memphis. Memphis Loses Nearly 200 Flights Since 2009 As the AP reports, Delta Air Lines is downgrading its once-busy Tennessee hub by slashing flights and jobs starting Sept. … Read Delta Drops Memphis as Hub, Latest Blow to Smaller City Airports
Posted In: Airfare Analysis, Airlines (by name), Airport NewsDriving vs. Flying for Memorial Day Weekend
Nothing like dueling lobbyists. In this case, it’s cars vs. planes in a PR battle between the auto club (AAA) and a trade group called Airlines for America. The issue is Memorial Day travel and both sides say their traffic figures are up. How to find a deal for a long weekend 31 Million Will … Read Driving vs. Flying for Memorial Day Weekend
Posted In: Airfare Analysis, Holiday/Seasonal