Air Travel: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Airline Phone Numbers
So you'd like to speak to an actual person that works for the airline? Here is a list of phone contacts to reach the airline you're looking for.
So you'd like to speak to an actual person that works for the airline? Here is a list of phone contacts to reach the airline you're looking for.
Family Emergencies...
In times of emergency when you have to fly for a family funeral, or to see a terminally ill relative, shopping around for airfares is probably the last thing you want to think about. Many airlines have an answer for this - the bereavement fare, or compassionate fare, which is offered to family members traveling for a death in the family, or imminent death.
In times of emergency when you have to fly for a family funeral, or to see a terminally ill relative, shopping around for airfares is probably the last thing you want to think about. Many airlines have an answer for this - the bereavement fare, or compassionate fare, which is offered to family members traveling for a death in the family, or imminent death.
Air Asia
Air Asia flies to pretty much any large Asian city that you may have in your travel plans.
Air Asia flies to pretty much any large Asian city that you may have in your travel plans.
Top 10 Ways to Get Upgraded
So are there any tricks to getting upgraded from economy class? Most times there are no tricks of the trade, it is often by being entitled to an upgrade if you are a very frequent flyer with an upgrade-able fare, and once in a while it is a little bit of luck. These are the top 10 ways to get upgraded that I see as an airline gate agent most often:
So are there any tricks to getting upgraded from economy class? Most times there are no tricks of the trade, it is often by being entitled to an upgrade if you are a very frequent flyer with an upgrade-able fare, and once in a while it is a little bit of luck. These are the top 10 ways to get upgraded that I see as an airline gate agent most often:
Take Comfort Inflight
Making long economy airline flights comfortable - A long flight in an economy seat is one of the prospects that air travelers tend to dread. Here are a few tips to try and make it more comfortable inflight.
Making long economy airline flights comfortable - A long flight in an economy seat is one of the prospects that air travelers tend to dread. Here are a few tips to try and make it more comfortable inflight.
Cebu Pacific
from Cebu Pacific - "WE ARE THE FILIPINO’S AIRLINE OF CHOICE - We are a trusted member of each Filipino family and a vital partner in the nation’s progress"
from Cebu Pacific - "WE ARE THE FILIPINO’S AIRLINE OF CHOICE - We are a trusted member of each Filipino family and a vital partner in the nation’s progress"
How Much Stuff Can I Check In
Airlines have increased restrictions, and decreased luggage allowances a lot over the years. Now you may not be able to take a surfboard, a larger stroller, or a pet where you once could. Wheelchairs are checked in as free baggage, and do NOT count toward the free luggage allowance. Some airlines allow strollers for free, some don't. Most airlines, regardless of excess baggage fees that you may be willing to pay, will not accept bags that weigh more than 100 lbs as checked luggage.
Airlines have increased restrictions, and decreased luggage allowances a lot over the years. Now you may not be able to take a surfboard, a larger stroller, or a pet where you once could. Wheelchairs are checked in as free baggage, and do NOT count toward the free luggage allowance. Some airlines allow strollers for free, some don't. Most airlines, regardless of excess baggage fees that you may be willing to pay, will not accept bags that weigh more than 100 lbs as checked luggage.
The Unaccompanied Minor
Children flying alone - the unaccompanied minor. Thousands of children travel unaccompanied every day. This feature describes the unaccompanied minor; airport procedures; travel tips; and what happens when flights are delayed or cancelled.
Children flying alone - the unaccompanied minor. Thousands of children travel unaccompanied every day. This feature describes the unaccompanied minor; airport procedures; travel tips; and what happens when flights are delayed or cancelled.
Canceled, Delayed and Rule 240
Rule 240 - often cited, often misunderstood, Rule 240 can often be employed when a flight is delayed, canceled, or you have misconnected and it's the airline's fault. Read more about what Rule 240 is, and how it affects your right to travel.
Rule 240 - often cited, often misunderstood, Rule 240 can often be employed when a flight is delayed, canceled, or you have misconnected and it's the airline's fault. Read more about what Rule 240 is, and how it affects your right to travel.
Pregnant and Flying
When it comes to pregnancy and air travel, the second trimester is purported to be the safest time to fly while pregnant. The airlines, and many medical professionals do agree (at least to some degree) that air travel should not cause any further complications to a normal pregnancy, but you should seek the advice of your trusted medical professional before flying at any stage of your pregnancy.
When it comes to pregnancy and air travel, the second trimester is purported to be the safest time to fly while pregnant. The airlines, and many medical professionals do agree (at least to some degree) that air travel should not cause any further complications to a normal pregnancy, but you should seek the advice of your trusted medical professional before flying at any stage of your pregnancy.
SEAT MAPS - THE LIST
An exhaustive list of airlines and their seat maps. Find out where you will be sitting/want to be seated before you fly. Most of the major airlines publish seat charts of their fleet, and I have compiled them for you to find the seat maps all in one place.
An exhaustive list of airlines and their seat maps. Find out where you will be sitting/want to be seated before you fly. Most of the major airlines publish seat charts of their fleet, and I have compiled them for you to find the seat maps all in one place.
Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
Top 10 Airlines in the World
Skytrax is known for its World Airline Awards - they survey more people than anyone else, and the travel industry consistently awaits the results every year. These then, are the top 10 airlines in the world according to Skytrax.
Skytrax is known for its World Airline Awards - they survey more people than anyone else, and the travel industry consistently awaits the results every year. These then, are the top 10 airlines in the world according to Skytrax.
Top 10 Airlines U.S. / Canada
If you want to see what airlines in the United States and Canada carry the most passengers, then this top 10 list is for you. See who passengers are choosing the most as their airline of choice by who they are ticketed and flying with.
If you want to see what airlines in the United States and Canada carry the most passengers, then this top 10 list is for you. See who passengers are choosing the most as their airline of choice by who they are ticketed and flying with.
Big airlines, lots of passenge
Ever wondered about which airlines are the biggest? The following list names the largest airlines by the amount of passengers they flew. Some of the airlines in this list would rank differently if other factors such as revenue and distances flown were also considered.
Ever wondered about which airlines are the biggest? The following list names the largest airlines by the amount of passengers they flew. Some of the airlines in this list would rank differently if other factors such as revenue and distances flown were also considered.
Airline - Air Tran
Air Tran Airways serves dozens of U.S. cities.
Air Tran Airways serves dozens of U.S. cities.
Airline Essentials - Northwest
Airline Essentials - Northwest Airlines
Airline Essentials - Northwest Airlines
The Language of Air Travel
A comprehensive glossary of Air Travel terms so that you can decipher the often confusing airline lingo terms.
A comprehensive glossary of Air Travel terms so that you can decipher the often confusing airline lingo terms.
Air Blue
Pakistan-based low cost airline that flies domestically and to Dubai
Pakistan-based low cost airline that flies domestically and to Dubai
Airline Essentials - Delta Air
Delta Airlines - details about this airline including seat maps, phone number, crashes/incidents.
Delta Airlines - details about this airline including seat maps, phone number, crashes/incidents.
The Movies About 9/11
There are several films that deal with September 11, 2001. Some criticize and some memorialize the terrorist attacks of 9/11.
There are several films that deal with September 11, 2001. Some criticize and some memorialize the terrorist attacks of 9/11.
Preferred Seating - Emergency
When one is looking for premium seating in the often confined quarters of the economy cabin of an airplane, the exit row is usually mentioned. The emergency exit rows of an aircraft are usually more spacious, but not universally so. More space comes with more restrictions for this type of seating that should be considered before asking for a seat in the exit row.
When one is looking for premium seating in the often confined quarters of the economy cabin of an airplane, the exit row is usually mentioned. The emergency exit rows of an aircraft are usually more spacious, but not universally so. More space comes with more restrictions for this type of seating that should be considered before asking for a seat in the exit row.
Airline Essentials - Jet Blue
Airline Essentials - Jet Blue
Airline Essentials - Jet Blue
Luggage and Carry-on Baggage
Time to separate the myth from fact when it comes to checking in luggage, and toting your carry-on pieces.
Time to separate the myth from fact when it comes to checking in luggage, and toting your carry-on pieces.
Family Air Travel
There are so many different components to travel with a family. This compilation of articles is to help you with your family air travels - whether you are pregnant and want to know airline policies; traveling with an infant, twins, or multiples; are flying with a senior citizen; or traveling for a family event - this is a starting point for finding the information you need in one place.
There are so many different components to travel with a family. This compilation of articles is to help you with your family air travels - whether you are pregnant and want to know airline policies; traveling with an infant, twins, or multiples; are flying with a senior citizen; or traveling for a family event - this is a starting point for finding the information you need in one place.
Tips for Using your Frequent
So you want to travel for free? One of the only real, tried and true ways to do so is through accumulating and then redeeming your frequent flyer miles for flights. American Airlines is the airline that first introduced the frequent flyer program, and they have some tips for earning and redeeming miles for travel.
So you want to travel for free? One of the only real, tried and true ways to do so is through accumulating and then redeeming your frequent flyer miles for flights. American Airlines is the airline that first introduced the frequent flyer program, and they have some tips for earning and redeeming miles for travel.
Finding Cheap Airfares
With airfare specials coming and going so quickly, and such differences from city to city, there are fare trackers that I often use to help find some of the deals each week. Now often I do receive press releases that will alert me to the latest airfare specials which I post in the Air Travel Forum, but for the best deals out of your home airport, I have compiled some websites that might help you find a good price for where you want to travel.
With airfare specials coming and going so quickly, and such differences from city to city, there are fare trackers that I often use to help find some of the deals each week. Now often I do receive press releases that will alert me to the latest airfare specials which I post in the Air Travel Forum, but for the best deals out of your home airport, I have compiled some websites that might help you find a good price for where you want to travel.
Airfares and Airline Tickets
Are there any set rules and truths when it comes to buying a ticket, changing a ticket or getting the best airfare available? Because not all airlines follow the same routes, there are several myths and misunderstandings that exist when it comes to airfares and airline tickets.
Are there any set rules and truths when it comes to buying a ticket, changing a ticket or getting the best airfare available? Because not all airlines follow the same routes, there are several myths and misunderstandings that exist when it comes to airfares and airline tickets.
The World of Airlines
Airlines - grouped by region
Airlines - grouped by region
The Unaccompanied Minor
Children flying alone - the unaccompanied minor. Thousands of children travel unaccompanied every day. This feature describes the unaccompanied minor; airport procedures; travel tips; and what happens when flights are delayed or cancelled.
Children flying alone - the unaccompanied minor. Thousands of children travel unaccompanied every day. This feature describes the unaccompanied minor; airport procedures; travel tips; and what happens when flights are delayed or cancelled.
Air India Express
This is the low cost arm of Air India.
This is the low cost arm of Air India.
bereavement fare
A comprehensive glossary of Air Travel terms so that you can decipher the often confusing airline lingo terms.A discounted fare offered to family members traveling because of an imminent death or death in the family. Most airlines that offer bereavement fares will require information about the situation.
A comprehensive glossary of Air Travel terms so that you can decipher the often confusing airline lingo terms.A discounted fare offered to family members traveling because of an imminent death or death in the family. Most airlines that offer bereavement fares will require information about the situation.
Plane Advice for Beating Jet L
There are lots of products and methods offered to tackle jet lag. But if you are just looking for some simple tips, I have compiled some of the many that I have heard over the years - and some of them may even work for you.
There are lots of products and methods offered to tackle jet lag. But if you are just looking for some simple tips, I have compiled some of the many that I have heard over the years - and some of them may even work for you.
YYZ
The busiest airports in the world - facts, details, and important info. Toronto Pearson International Airport is included in the list of the top 30 airports in the world based on passenger numbers.
The busiest airports in the world - facts, details, and important info. Toronto Pearson International Airport is included in the list of the top 30 airports in the world based on passenger numbers.
Get to Know DBV
Dubrovnik, also known as the pearl of the Adriatic, is just one of the destinations in Croatia, a small European country that has burst onto the tourism scene. The airports in Croatia may be small, but a few tips for getting in and out of them doesn't hurt.
Dubrovnik, also known as the pearl of the Adriatic, is just one of the destinations in Croatia, a small European country that has burst onto the tourism scene. The airports in Croatia may be small, but a few tips for getting in and out of them doesn't hurt.
World's Busiest Airports
Busy, busy, busy! The Airports Council International compiles data on the busiest airports in the world, and publishes the list of the top 30 airports in terms of passenger traffic every year. Since you may travel through one of these well trod spaces, I've compiled some data about each of the airports for you.
Busy, busy, busy! The Airports Council International compiles data on the busiest airports in the world, and publishes the list of the top 30 airports in terms of passenger traffic every year. Since you may travel through one of these well trod spaces, I've compiled some data about each of the airports for you.
1time Airline
1time airline is a low cost airline based in South Africa and flies to points within South Africa.
1time airline is a low cost airline based in South Africa and flies to points within South Africa.
- Singapore Airlines
Seat Maps - Singapore Airlines
Seat Maps - Singapore Airlines
The Phonetic Alphabet
In the world of Aviation, there is a different way of learning your ABC's. The Phonetic Alphabet is not only used by the military, but also by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Customer Service Agents within the Airlines. It is a great way to make sure you are understood (since a B, P, T, and V sound hauntingly similar when spoken), and an appropriate introduction to Aviation Lingo. Your guide has listed the letters and their corresponding words for you.
In the world of Aviation, there is a different way of learning your ABC's. The Phonetic Alphabet is not only used by the military, but also by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Customer Service Agents within the Airlines. It is a great way to make sure you are understood (since a B, P, T, and V sound hauntingly similar when spoken), and an appropriate introduction to Aviation Lingo. Your guide has listed the letters and their corresponding words for you.
Security Surprise
You may be surprised that despite the evolution of security at airports that has been occurring over the past few years that many potential "weapons" are being allowed to go through airport security and may be brought on board. There are various banned items depending on the country you are traveling from, but you may be surprised at what is allowed on board these days.
You may be surprised that despite the evolution of security at airports that has been occurring over the past few years that many potential "weapons" are being allowed to go through airport security and may be brought on board. There are various banned items depending on the country you are traveling from, but you may be surprised at what is allowed on board these days.
Midwest Airlines and Air Tran
Even the biggest airlines in the United States are not immune to takeover rumors. This time, smaller players are involved, including the low cost airline Air Tran. The flight routes of these two airlines are quite different, so could these two airlines merge?
Even the biggest airlines in the United States are not immune to takeover rumors. This time, smaller players are involved, including the low cost airline Air Tran. The flight routes of these two airlines are quite different, so could these two airlines merge?
Virgin America
Virgin America has been trying to get approved to fly in the United States since 2004. They have been, and are now set to fly in 2007.
Virgin America has been trying to get approved to fly in the United States since 2004. They have been, and are now set to fly in 2007.
Frequent Flyer - U A
Mileage Plus
Mileage Plus
Frequent Flyer 411
It all began in 1981. American Airlines decided to start a loyalty program that would track and reward the customers that flew with them the most. And quickly, that idea would revolutionize the way people travel - if you flew enough you would be rewarded.
It all began in 1981. American Airlines decided to start a loyalty program that would track and reward the customers that flew with them the most. And quickly, that idea would revolutionize the way people travel - if you flew enough you would be rewarded.
Aero Asia International
Aero Asia International, based in Pakistan, flies domestically and to the Middle East
Aero Asia International, based in Pakistan, flies domestically and to the Middle East
Lion Air
Lion Air began flying out of Jakarta in June 2000.
Lion Air began flying out of Jakarta in June 2000.
Onur Air
Onur Air is a low cost airline that flies to a dozen cities within Turkey, as well as popular destinations within Europe.
Onur Air is a low cost airline that flies to a dozen cities within Turkey, as well as popular destinations within Europe.
EWR - Newark, New Jersey
Newark Liberty International Airport is one of two New York area airports to make the top 30 busiest airports.
Newark Liberty International Airport is one of two New York area airports to make the top 30 busiest airports.
Airlines write! Inflight Ma...
Airlines often provide more than simply a flight to get you where you need to go. Many airlines produce inflight magazines, there to give you details about their fleet, or inflight entertainment, sometimes articles about places they travel to, or other diversions. Read on about this aspect of inflight entertainment!
Airlines often provide more than simply a flight to get you where you need to go. Many airlines produce inflight magazines, there to give you details about their fleet, or inflight entertainment, sometimes articles about places they travel to, or other diversions. Read on about this aspect of inflight entertainment!
Air Travel Top 10 Lists
If you've ever wondered which airlines fly the most people in different parts of the world, or what are some of the rules / changes / regulations that can affect your travels, then the following articles are a good starting point for those answers.
If you've ever wondered which airlines fly the most people in different parts of the world, or what are some of the rules / changes / regulations that can affect your travels, then the following articles are a good starting point for those answers.
Tips for Using your Frequent
So you want to travel for free? One of the only real, tried and true ways to do so is through accumulating and then redeeming your frequent flyer miles for flights. American Airlines is the airline that first introduced the frequent flyer program, and they have some tips for earning and redeeming miles for travel.
So you want to travel for free? One of the only real, tried and true ways to do so is through accumulating and then redeeming your frequent flyer miles for flights. American Airlines is the airline that first introduced the frequent flyer program, and they have some tips for earning and redeeming miles for travel.
ORD - Chicago
ORD does not seem to match up with O'Hare. So what's with the airport code?
ORD does not seem to match up with O'Hare. So what's with the airport code?
Paper Vs. Electronic Tickets
What works better for me...paper or electronic tickets? Compare the differences between the two types of tickets to find out.
What works better for me...paper or electronic tickets? Compare the differences between the two types of tickets to find out.
Coming and Going from FCO
Navigating FCO (Rome, Italy) = Chaos. This is a busy airport. For many travelers FCO is the first point of arrival for an Italian adventure or a mediterranean cruise. Given a busy airport, tips on navigating through are always in order!
Navigating FCO (Rome, Italy) = Chaos. This is a busy airport. For many travelers FCO is the first point of arrival for an Italian adventure or a mediterranean cruise. Given a busy airport, tips on navigating through are always in order!
Seat maps - United Airlines
Seat maps - United Airlines
Seat maps - United Airlines
LAX - Los Angeles
If you wondered what the X in LAX stands for keep reading...
If you wondered what the X in LAX stands for keep reading...
Pregnant and Flying - world...
When it comes to pregnancy and air travel, the second trimester is purported to be the safest time to fly while pregnant. The airlines, and many medical professionals do agree (at least to some degree) that air travel should not cause any further complications to a normal pregnancy, but you should seek the advice of your trusted medical professional before flying at any stage of your pregnancy.
When it comes to pregnancy and air travel, the second trimester is purported to be the safest time to fly while pregnant. The airlines, and many medical professionals do agree (at least to some degree) that air travel should not cause any further complications to a normal pregnancy, but you should seek the advice of your trusted medical professional before flying at any stage of your pregnancy.
Airline Essentials - United Ai
Airline Essentials - United Airlines
Airline Essentials - United Airlines
Airline Essentials - Continent
Airline Essentials - Continental Airlines
Airline Essentials - Continental Airlines
Air Asia - Budget Air Travel
Air Asia flies to pretty much any large Asian city that you may have in your travel plans. "Now Everyone Can Fly" is their inclusive slogan, for this low cost, no frills airline.
Air Asia flies to pretty much any large Asian city that you may have in your travel plans. "Now Everyone Can Fly" is their inclusive slogan, for this low cost, no frills airline.
Survival Tips for Air Travel
Airports are not the most people-friendly places already. Add travel with an infant to the mix and you may wonder how you can get through the experience both sane and safe. Tips for air travel with an infant may not be 100% foolproof, but it is always important to have a plan ready when you are traveling with your baby.
Airports are not the most people-friendly places already. Add travel with an infant to the mix and you may wonder how you can get through the experience both sane and safe. Tips for air travel with an infant may not be 100% foolproof, but it is always important to have a plan ready when you are traveling with your baby.
Skybus Airlines
Skybus shut down operations on April 5, 2008 citing high fuel costs as a contributing factor to its demise.
Skybus shut down operations on April 5, 2008 citing high fuel costs as a contributing factor to its demise.
Pacific Airlines
Pacific Airlines is based in Vietnam, flying domestically and to Taipei.
Pacific Airlines is based in Vietnam, flying domestically and to Taipei.
kayakcom
Travel Aggregators - Kayak.com
Travel Aggregators - Kayak.com
JFK - New York
Although "The Terminal" is based on the true story of a man who lived in Paris' CDG airport, the movie is set at JFK.
Although "The Terminal" is based on the true story of a man who lived in Paris' CDG airport, the movie is set at JFK.
Airline Essentials - Spirit Ai
Airline Essentials - Spirit Airlines
Airline Essentials - Spirit Airlines
Air Travel with a Toddler
Flying with children of any age can be a stressful experience. Not only do you have to worry about how they feel and behave, but also how others around you react. This has to be especially true for toddlers - with all their new-found skills for running, talking and moving about - a confined space, teeming with unfamiliar faces and surroundings does not sound ideal. Traveling with a toddler definitely presents its challenges, but planning ahead may give you at least a chance at a smooth flight.
Flying with children of any age can be a stressful experience. Not only do you have to worry about how they feel and behave, but also how others around you react. This has to be especially true for toddlers - with all their new-found skills for running, talking and moving about - a confined space, teeming with unfamiliar faces and surroundings does not sound ideal. Traveling with a toddler definitely presents its challenges, but planning ahead may give you at least a chance at a smooth flight.
Zoom Airlines
This Canadian based charter airline flies to the UK in the summer and points south in the winter
This Canadian based charter airline flies to the UK in the summer and points south in the winter
My Packing List - Carry On
I really hate packing more than carry on luggage when I travel. On most airlines you are allowed to bring 2 pieces of carry on luggage, and instead of checking in luggage, I make sure I pack light. That way the horror stories of lost luggage don't really apply. Now you may prefer to pack differently, but I've written up a list of what I bring with me for travel to warmer climates (and have had a similar list for travels of up to almost 2 months at one time).
I really hate packing more than carry on luggage when I travel. On most airlines you are allowed to bring 2 pieces of carry on luggage, and instead of checking in luggage, I make sure I pack light. That way the horror stories of lost luggage don't really apply. Now you may prefer to pack differently, but I've written up a list of what I bring with me for travel to warmer climates (and have had a similar list for travels of up to almost 2 months at one time).
Essential Philippines
Philippine Airlines flies to several points within the Philippines, Australia, Asia, and the West Coast of North America.
Philippine Airlines flies to several points within the Philippines, Australia, Asia, and the West Coast of North America.
Frequent Flyer - KLM
Flying Dutchman
Flying Dutchman
Amman, Jordan - Queen Alia Int
amman airport
amman airport
Airline Essentials - Air Canad
Airline Essentials - Air Canada
Airline Essentials - Air Canada
Carry-on Luggage - What Items
There has been a lot of backlash directed at the TSA for banning items such as pumped breastmilk amounts of over 3 ounces when a woman was traveling without her infant. Millions of dollars worth of lighters also made their way into TSA bins. But guess what? Like many things in the air travel industry, these regulations are changing again and their is INCREASED flexibility in items that may be toted in your carry-ons.
There has been a lot of backlash directed at the TSA for banning items such as pumped breastmilk amounts of over 3 ounces when a woman was traveling without her infant. Millions of dollars worth of lighters also made their way into TSA bins. But guess what? Like many things in the air travel industry, these regulations are changing again and their is INCREASED flexibility in items that may be toted in your carry-ons.
Sun Country Airlines
Sun Country is based in Minnesota with several destinations in the United States, and flies to Mexico.
Sun Country is based in Minnesota with several destinations in the United States, and flies to Mexico.
FRA - Frankfurt
Because Frankfurt is used as a connection airport much of the time, there are lots of stories of those who sleep at the airport. FRA is a popular airport for making connections particularly within Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Because Frankfurt is used as a connection airport much of the time, there are lots of stories of those who sleep at the airport. FRA is a popular airport for making connections particularly within Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Face Massage Techniques
Flights can be draining and stressful. On a longer flight you may feel jet-lagged as you traverse time zones at a rapid pace, or a short flight can sometimes leave you feeling a little worn. To combat the stress and anxiety of flying, or just the general discomfort of air travel, I came up with a quick self massage routine.
Flights can be draining and stressful. On a longer flight you may feel jet-lagged as you traverse time zones at a rapid pace, or a short flight can sometimes leave you feeling a little worn. To combat the stress and anxiety of flying, or just the general discomfort of air travel, I came up with a quick self massage routine.
Airline Essentials - American
American Airlines - details about this airline including seat maps, phone number, crashes/incidents.
American Airlines - details about this airline including seat maps, phone number, crashes/incidents.
Food for Flights
A decade ago you may not have even considered bringing your own snacks on board. Now, as there are fewer options, and a lot of meal services that require you to pay on board, toting your own snacks for your flight is becoming a more popular option. No complaining about airplane food when you make and bring your own. You could bring candies or chips, but I try and bring items that are easy to pack and reasonably healthy.
A decade ago you may not have even considered bringing your own snacks on board. Now, as there are fewer options, and a lot of meal services that require you to pay on board, toting your own snacks for your flight is becoming a more popular option. No complaining about airplane food when you make and bring your own. You could bring candies or chips, but I try and bring items that are easy to pack and reasonably healthy.
USA 3000 Airlines
Flies from: several U.S. cities in the Northeast and Midwest
Flies from: several U.S. cities in the Northeast and Midwest
Fare Talk - All Types of Airfa
You don't always know what you are going to get when you purchase an airline ticket. Every person on a flight may have paid a different price to fly. Can you change or cancel your tickets, and at what cost? The airlines have a seemingly secretive formula to constructing airfares. Knowing types of airfares and how they apply may not mean that airfares make sense, but you can make sense of them.
You don't always know what you are going to get when you purchase an airline ticket. Every person on a flight may have paid a different price to fly. Can you change or cancel your tickets, and at what cost? The airlines have a seemingly secretive formula to constructing airfares. Knowing types of airfares and how they apply may not mean that airfares make sense, but you can make sense of them.
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific is consistently a top ranked airline both in passenger and travel industry surveys. Its main focus is international travel.
Cathay Pacific is consistently a top ranked airline both in passenger and travel industry surveys. Its main focus is international travel.
Airline Essentials - Southwest
Southwest Airlines - details about this airline including seat maps, phone number, crashes/incidents.
Southwest Airlines - details about this airline including seat maps, phone number, crashes/incidents.
Sky Europe
from the website - "SkyEurope is the leading Central European low-cost airline. With bases in Hungary, Poland and the Slovak Republic, it is also the first multi-based airline in the region of Central Europe."
from the website - "SkyEurope is the leading Central European low-cost airline. With bases in Hungary, Poland and the Slovak Republic, it is also the first multi-based airline in the region of Central Europe."
Seat maps - Continental Airlin
Seat maps - Continental Airlines
Seat maps - Continental Airlines
Have Pet, Will Travel
Traveling with pets is not always easy. In terms of air travel some airlines allow for the carriage of pets while others do not. Pets travel in approved kennels in either the cargo hold or in the passenger cabin.
Traveling with pets is not always easy. In terms of air travel some airlines allow for the carriage of pets while others do not. Pets travel in approved kennels in either the cargo hold or in the passenger cabin.
Emirates
Emirates flies primarily to business capitals around the globe.
Emirates flies primarily to business capitals around the globe.
Frequent Flyer - Singapore
Kris Flyer
Kris Flyer
Gift of travel
Stuck for gift ideas? Want to avoid the chaos of holiday shopping? Many airlines offer gift certificates that you can order online or over the phone, and avoid the shopping malls this holiday season.
Stuck for gift ideas? Want to avoid the chaos of holiday shopping? Many airlines offer gift certificates that you can order online or over the phone, and avoid the shopping malls this holiday season.
Revised Airport Security
Security measures at airports have been revised again. To quell the confusion, I've compiled a list of items now permitted on board flights departing from the United States and Canada.
Security measures at airports have been revised again. To quell the confusion, I've compiled a list of items now permitted on board flights departing from the United States and Canada.
Preferred Seating - Emergency
When one is looking for premium seating in the often confined quarters of the economy cabin of an airplane, the exit row is usually mentioned. The emergency exit rows of an aircraft are usually more spacious, but not universally so. More space comes with more restrictions for this type of seating that should be considered before asking for a seat in the exit row.
When one is looking for premium seating in the often confined quarters of the economy cabin of an airplane, the exit row is usually mentioned. The emergency exit rows of an aircraft are usually more spacious, but not universally so. More space comes with more restrictions for this type of seating that should be considered before asking for a seat in the exit row.
American Airlines Travel Tips
According to Air Transport Association, airlines expect to host about 65 million passengers a month this summer, a healthy 12% jump from last year. With the increased number of passengers, travel may become stressful. There are a number of ways for travelers to reduce the trials and tribulations of summer travel and help make their experience easier and more convenient.
According to Air Transport Association, airlines expect to host about 65 million passengers a month this summer, a healthy 12% jump from last year. With the increased number of passengers, travel may become stressful. There are a number of ways for travelers to reduce the trials and tribulations of summer travel and help make their experience easier and more convenient.
Seat Maps - Air Canada
Seat Maps - Air Canada
Seat Maps - Air Canada
Airline Essentials - TAM Brazi
TAM offers a Brazil Airpass, valid for 21 days for $399 USD, which can be used for up to 4 domestic flights in Brazil
TAM offers a Brazil Airpass, valid for 21 days for $399 USD, which can be used for up to 4 domestic flights in Brazil
HLX
HLX, or Hapag-LLoyd Express, based in Germany, flies to over two dozen European destinations
HLX, or Hapag-LLoyd Express, based in Germany, flies to over two dozen European destinations
Airline Essentials - TACA
TACA has three main hubs - San Juan, Costa Rica; Lima, Peru; and San Salvador
TACA has three main hubs - San Juan, Costa Rica; Lima, Peru; and San Salvador
Air Berlin
Air Berlin flies to dozens of cities throughout Germany, Italy, France, Greece, Switzerland, Austria, Spain, UK, Portugal, Hungary, Turkey, Malta, and the Netherlands
Air Berlin flies to dozens of cities throughout Germany, Italy, France, Greece, Switzerland, Austria, Spain, UK, Portugal, Hungary, Turkey, Malta, and the Netherlands
latest airfare specials
A few of the latest airfare specials ready to be booked...
A few of the latest airfare specials ready to be booked...
IAH - Houston
The airport is named after the elder Bush, George H. W. Bush the 41st president of the United States.
The airport is named after the elder Bush, George H. W. Bush the 41st president of the United States.
Air Travel Assistance - First
The first thing that comes to mind regarding passengers who may require assistance are those who are afraid of flying, or first time flyers. It is okay to be afraid of flying, there is certainly a loss of control when you are sitting in a narrow seat, 30,000 feet above the earth, and the plane is shaking through an area of turbulence.
The first thing that comes to mind regarding passengers who may require assistance are those who are afraid of flying, or first time flyers. It is okay to be afraid of flying, there is certainly a loss of control when you are sitting in a narrow seat, 30,000 feet above the earth, and the plane is shaking through an area of turbulence.
Nok Air
Nok Air is one of several low cost carriers that serve Thailand.
Nok Air is one of several low cost carriers that serve Thailand.
Must-Have Documents to Travel
There have been so many changes in air travel in the last year it could make your head spin. The latest has been in the works for some time. Passport requirements for air travel are drastically changing, and these changes are effective January 23, 2007. Read more for what is changing and government resources regarding passports.
There have been so many changes in air travel in the last year it could make your head spin. The latest has been in the works for some time. Passport requirements for air travel are drastically changing, and these changes are effective January 23, 2007. Read more for what is changing and government resources regarding passports.
Travel With an Infant, Baggage
With most airlines, infants who travel and don't occupy a seat are still given a luggage allotment. Some of the possible items that may be allowed are covered.
With most airlines, infants who travel and don't occupy a seat are still given a luggage allotment. Some of the possible items that may be allowed are covered.
Air Travel Glossary
A comprehensive glossary of Air Travel terms so that you can decipher the often confusing airline lingo terms.
A comprehensive glossary of Air Travel terms so that you can decipher the often confusing airline lingo terms.
EuroFly USA
Eurofly flies between New York's JFK and several Italian cities.
Eurofly flies between New York's JFK and several Italian cities.
Frequent Flyer - Delta A
SkyMiles
SkyMiles
Frequent Flyer - American A
AAdvantage
AAdvantage
Seat Maps - Delta Airlines
Seat Maps - Delta Airlines
Seat Maps - Delta Airlines
Frequent Flyer - Air France
Flying Blue
Flying Blue
U.S. Citizens with Pending Pas
Still don't have your passport? Thousands of passports are in a backlog that was created when new passport regulations for North America came into effect in January 2007. There is some good news in what is proving to be lengthy wait times for travel documents - if you have applied for a passport, you can obtain proof of that and travel to Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean without a passport this summer.
Still don't have your passport? Thousands of passports are in a backlog that was created when new passport regulations for North America came into effect in January 2007. There is some good news in what is proving to be lengthy wait times for travel documents - if you have applied for a passport, you can obtain proof of that and travel to Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean without a passport this summer.
ATL
ATL - the world's busiest airport
ATL - the world's busiest airport
Seat Maps - Malaysia Airlines
Seat Maps - Malaysia Airlines
Seat Maps - Malaysia Airlines
Air Philippines
Air Philippines is a low cost carrier that has been flying since January 31, 1996.
Air Philippines is a low cost carrier that has been flying since January 31, 1996.
Mandala Airlines
Currently flies within Indonesia only
Currently flies within Indonesia only
Air Travel and Pregnancy
When it comes to pregnancy and air travel, the second trimester is purported to be the safest time to fly while pregnant. The airlines, and many medical professionals do agree (at least to some degree) that air travel should not cause any further complications to a normal pregnancy, but you should seek the advice of your trusted medical professional before flying at any stage of your pregnancy.
When it comes to pregnancy and air travel, the second trimester is purported to be the safest time to fly while pregnant. The airlines, and many medical professionals do agree (at least to some degree) that air travel should not cause any further complications to a normal pregnancy, but you should seek the advice of your trusted medical professional before flying at any stage of your pregnancy.
LHR - London
The first season of the reality show Airport(known as series in the UK) featured workers in all different parts of London Heathrow and first aired in 1996.
The first season of the reality show Airport(known as series in the UK) featured workers in all different parts of London Heathrow and first aired in 1996.
Skyservice
Skyservice is a Canadian based charter that flies to lots of sun destinations in the winter and many European destinations in the summer.
Skyservice is a Canadian based charter that flies to lots of sun destinations in the winter and many European destinations in the summer.
Gift ideas - travel journals
From those that are already written, or writing one of your own, here are some travel journal options to record your own trip, or read about others.
From those that are already written, or writing one of your own, here are some travel journal options to record your own trip, or read about others.
DEN - Denver
There are those who believe that Denver International Airport has symbols, and a location that will summon UFOs to its site.
There are those who believe that Denver International Airport has symbols, and a location that will summon UFOs to its site.
CDG - Paris
May 2004, a part of Terminal 2E's ceiling collapsed. Charles de Gaulle International Airport in French is known as Aéroport de Roissy-Charles de Gaulle.
May 2004, a part of Terminal 2E's ceiling collapsed. Charles de Gaulle International Airport in French is known as Aéroport de Roissy-Charles de Gaulle.
SFO - San Francisco
San Francisco's International Airport has a history museum, and is one of the gateway airports to the Pacific.
San Francisco's International Airport has a history museum, and is one of the gateway airports to the Pacific.
Airline Essentials - Royal Air
The airline's website has brief descriptions of all the major cities in Morocco, and has handy car rental and hotel booking options as well
The airline's website has brief descriptions of all the major cities in Morocco, and has handy car rental and hotel booking options as well
Airline Essentials - Aviacsa M
Airline Essentials - Aviacsa Mexico
Airline Essentials - Aviacsa Mexico
Origin Pacific Airways
Origin Pacific Airways is based in New Zealand and flies within New Zealand, and has student standby airfares.
Origin Pacific Airways is based in New Zealand and flies within New Zealand, and has student standby airfares.
Seat Maps - Iberia
Seat Maps - Iberia
Seat Maps - Iberia
Turkmenistan Airlines
Turkmenistan Airlines doesn't have an official website, but the Embassy provides all the necessary contacts
Turkmenistan Airlines doesn't have an official website, but the Embassy provides all the necessary contacts
Top 10 Airlines in Latin Ameri
Airlines in Latin America may not carry as many passengers as airlines in Europe, and North America, but there are plenty of airlines serving all parts of Latin America. This is the top 10 based on how many passengers chose to fly on them.
Airlines in Latin America may not carry as many passengers as airlines in Europe, and North America, but there are plenty of airlines serving all parts of Latin America. This is the top 10 based on how many passengers chose to fly on them.
Airline Lounge Passes
Want to spend your wait time in one of the business lounges but don't have a membership? There are a few airlines that allow you to purchase a day pass for a more relaxed, quieter airport experience.
Want to spend your wait time in one of the business lounges but don't have a membership? There are a few airlines that allow you to purchase a day pass for a more relaxed, quieter airport experience.
Air Scotland
Air Scotland flies to Alicante, Amsterdam, Athens, Malaga, Palma, Paris
Air Scotland flies to Alicante, Amsterdam, Athens, Malaga, Palma, Paris
Thai Airways
Thai Airways, in an effort to compete with the new crop of low cost airlines that are popping up in Thailand, is moving towards a low cost model. Thai Airways has flight attendants who don traditional Thai wear, and also wear traditional flight attendant uniforms at different points during the flight experience.
Thai Airways, in an effort to compete with the new crop of low cost airlines that are popping up in Thailand, is moving towards a low cost model. Thai Airways has flight attendants who don traditional Thai wear, and also wear traditional flight attendant uniforms at different points during the flight experience.
Help...My Flight is Oversold
The oversold flight, just another joy of air travel! What is an oversold flight? Why are flights overbooked? And what are my options if my flight has too many passengers, and not enough seats? Follow the twists and turns of the oversold flight.
The oversold flight, just another joy of air travel! What is an oversold flight? Why are flights overbooked? And what are my options if my flight has too many passengers, and not enough seats? Follow the twists and turns of the oversold flight.
How To Travel in an Economy Class Seat More Comfortably
A long flight in an economy seat is one of the prospects that air travelers tend to dread. Here are a few tips to try and make it more comfortable.
A long flight in an economy seat is one of the prospects that air travelers tend to dread. Here are a few tips to try and make it more comfortable.
DTW - Detroit
Where do people who fly out of DTW fly to most? Chicago.
Where do people who fly out of DTW fly to most? Chicago.
Air Bulgaria - Eastern Europe
Bulgaria's flagship airline is now a combined airline with Hemus Air.
Bulgaria's flagship airline is now a combined airline with Hemus Air.
Airline Essentials - LTU
Airline Essentials - LTU Airways
Airline Essentials - LTU Airways
Airline Essentials - US Airway
Airline Essentials - US Airways
Airline Essentials - US Airways
Airline Essentials Ryanair
Airline Essentials - Ryanair
Airline Essentials - Ryanair
Seat Maps - US Airways
Seat maps - US Airways
Seat maps - US Airways
Strollers and the Gate
This is the time of year when many families choose to fly. Part of the travel experience with young children is toting along a stroller, for use at the airport. Since airlines have a fairly standard procedure for strollers, here is what you will likely experience if traveling with child and stroller:
This is the time of year when many families choose to fly. Part of the travel experience with young children is toting along a stroller, for use at the airport. Since airlines have a fairly standard procedure for strollers, here is what you will likely experience if traveling with child and stroller:
Your Flight is Full
The oversold flight, just another joy of air travel! What is an oversold flight? Why are flights overbooked? And what are my options if my flight has too many passengers, and not enough seats? Follow the twists and turns of the oversold flight.
The oversold flight, just another joy of air travel! What is an oversold flight? Why are flights overbooked? And what are my options if my flight has too many passengers, and not enough seats? Follow the twists and turns of the oversold flight.
essential jal
JAL is the main competitor of ANA - All Nippon Airlines.
JAL is the main competitor of ANA - All Nippon Airlines.
PHL
The busiest airports in the world - facts, details, and important info. Philadelphia International Airport is included in the list of the top 30 airports in the world based on passenger numbers.
The busiest airports in the world - facts, details, and important info. Philadelphia International Airport is included in the list of the top 30 airports in the world based on passenger numbers.
Jazeera Airways
This low cost airline is based in Kuwait and has flights to lots of Middle Eastern airports
This low cost airline is based in Kuwait and has flights to lots of Middle Eastern airports
Seat Maps - Thai Airways
Seat Maps - Thai Airways
Seat Maps - Thai Airways
Airlines
ANA - All Nippon Airways is a Japanese airline with lots of domestic and international flight destinations.
ANA - All Nippon Airways is a Japanese airline with lots of domestic and international flight destinations.
Airline Lingo and Air Travel Definitions
A comprehensive glossary of Air Travel terms so that you can decipher the often confusing airline lingo terms.
A comprehensive glossary of Air Travel terms so that you can decipher the often confusing airline lingo terms.
You Can Take It With You!
If you are packing luggage with toileteries, clothes, and other items that would normally fit in a suitcase, you can refer to basic information found on your ticket. There are two very common terms on tickets, 2PC and 20K (rarely 10K). 2PC means that you are allowed to check in two pieces of luggage, normally 70lbs or 32kg per piece. 20K (or another number like 10K for example)is a weight restriction, which means that the total weight of your checked in luggage can not exceed 20kg or 44lbs.
If you are packing luggage with toileteries, clothes, and other items that would normally fit in a suitcase, you can refer to basic information found on your ticket. There are two very common terms on tickets, 2PC and 20K (rarely 10K). 2PC means that you are allowed to check in two pieces of luggage, normally 70lbs or 32kg per piece. 20K (or another number like 10K for example)is a weight restriction, which means that the total weight of your checked in luggage can not exceed 20kg or 44lbs.
Saving You Money on Airfares
Tired of the fees charged by sites like Expedia, Travelocity, and Onetravel, but you don't have time to check every single option out there? The new era of aggregators ushering in fee-free searches may be right for you. It is often less expensive to purchase directly from an airline than through most of the online travel booking sites because airlines don't throw in additional online booking fees. But who has the time to check every airline?
Tired of the fees charged by sites like Expedia, Travelocity, and Onetravel, but you don't have time to check every single option out there? The new era of aggregators ushering in fee-free searches may be right for you. It is often less expensive to purchase directly from an airline than through most of the online travel booking sites because airlines don't throw in additional online booking fees. But who has the time to check every airline?