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Rudeness 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
Posted In: Frequent Flyers, Multimedia, Podcasts, VideoSouthwest Drops Wacky Humor for Serious Image in New Ad Campaign
Despite the fact that Southwest is the country’s biggest domestic airline, it has always held fast to its roots as the little carrier that could. Its homey, irreverent image has solidified over the years thanks to flight attendants dressed in polo tops and shorts, but also via trademark ads that were funny, even wacky (see video … Read Southwest Drops Wacky Humor for Serious Image in New Ad Campaign
Posted In: Airlines (by name), Multimedia, VideoNot Your Average Air Travel Stories: Week of March 18
This week: Bad passengers, good pizza, so-so dog tourism. No carry-on, board early: American says, if you don’t use overhead bin space, you can board your plane early – at least during its experiment at Baltimore, Dulles and Ft. Lauderdale. Which reminds me: Spirit Airlines CEO once stuffed himself into an overhead bin and we’ve got … Read Not Your Average Air Travel Stories: Week of March 18
Posted In: Airline News, Multimedia, VideoSnack News for Air Travelers: The Return of Twinkies
Looking for detailed information on healthy food choices? Better look elsewhere! But if you’re in the mood for empty calories, you’re in the right place. Twinkies are back – or the iconic snack cakes will be, this summer – and that’s good news for flyers. If you think air travel and Twinkies go together about … Read Snack News for Air Travelers: The Return of Twinkies
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