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Poll: Passengers Prefer Screaming Babies to Smelly Seatmates
As TMZ is fond of saying, “who’d you rather”? So who would you rather sit next to, a screaming baby or an odorous fellow flyer? Listen as Rick Seaney explains, this is a total no-brainer: Close to two-thirds of those surveyed in a new Harris Poll say they’d choose the weeping infant every time. But that wasn’t … Read Poll: Passengers Prefer Screaming Babies to Smelly Seatmates
Posted In: Airline News, Multimedia, PodcastsBoard Early on American Airlines Flights if You Have a Small Carry-On
Carry-on bags have joined the obesity epidemic in recent years which is why overhead bin space is at such a premium. But if you can put your hand luggage on a diet, American Airlines will give you a prize: Early boarding. Listen as Rick Seaney explains why this is a big deal: But first, let’s find … Read Board Early on American Airlines Flights if You Have a Small Carry-On
Posted In: Airlines (by name), Fees, Multimedia, PodcastsCheapest Destinations for Summer Vacation Flights
Maybe this is your year for Europe or Fiji or an African safari. If so, have fun, and here’s how to find the cheapest flights to these far-flung destinations. But if you’re on a budget – and planning to stay in the U.S. – we’ve got you covered there, too. Listen as Rick Seaney tells … Read Cheapest Destinations for Summer Vacation Flights
Posted In: Airfare Analysis, Holiday/Seasonal, Multimedia, PodcastsRudeness on Planes Survey: How Passengers Handle Air Travel Problems
If someone on a plane does something rude – such as reclining their seat so far back that you can’t get your tray table down – would you speak up? If the answer is yes, join the crowd. According to a new survey from the Travel Leaders Group (an association of travel agents), 77% say … Read Rudeness on Planes Survey: How Passengers Handle Air Travel Problems
Posted In: Multimedia, Travel News, VideoFinding the Best Frequent Flyer Miles Program for You
When it comes to an airline frequent flyer or miles program, most of us don’t have a lot of choice.[Check out Rick Seaney's TV interview below] Know the Airlines at Your Airport It’s all about geography – and it’s real simple: our options are limited to the programs offered by the airlines that fly to … Read Finding the Best Frequent Flyer Miles Program for You
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