Buy a mile on US Airways, get another mile free

Usually, we’re not so big on buying miles, since miles can be so costly. But what if your airline gives you a 100% bonus? That’s what’s happening on US Airways. Through September 15, buy 50,000 miles for $1375 and you get an additional 50,000. You only need 90,000 miles to fly to Asia round-trip from [...]

Customers that airlines hate the most

It’s one of the oldest adages of the retail world: “The customer is always right.” Of course, very often the customer is wrong. Every day customers behave in ways that make the lives of waiters, cashiers, customer service reps and other retail workers miserable. And in many cases, these customers don’t even realize how annoying [...]

New York City, Florida Spring Sale: Save up to 30% on your trip

Bright lights, big city – Expedia is taking you to New York! Right now, when you book a flight and 4+ nights, you will save up to 30% PLUS get a $150 pre-paid debit card to spend anywhere! See the sights, take in a show, and save! Desiring a more tropical escape? Florida has it [...]

Excess baggage valuation chart

For most people who check bags when flying, the $3300 of lost baggage coverage offered by airlines (by U.S. law) on domestic flights is enough to cover any loss or damage (keep those receipts when you buy anything expensive however, and fragile or other “valuable” items such as electronics are always excluded from coverage, so [...]

American Airlines cuts flights from Puerto Rico to US, Caribbean

American Airlines is cutting more than a dozen flights from Puerto Rico to U.S. and Caribbean destinations next year due to the economic crisis. Spokeswoman Andrea Huguely says American will discontinue flights between San Juan and seven cities including Boston, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Tampa, Fla., by early April. Meanwhile American Eagle will cut service to [...]

Choosing a seat on a plane: Not just about legroom

Choosing a seat on an airplane isn’t just about legroom anymore. New “selection” fees and extra charges to sit in certain locations in the aircraft have complicated the process. With airlines now charging for things that used to be baked into the ticket price — a strategy known as unbundling — they’re dinging passengers for [...]

Bumped? What your airline ticket says about you

There are a few bits of information to pay close attention to on an airline ticket: the flight number, gate number and boarding time. Fare basis code? Not a common concern. But the single-letter code can make a big difference in some parts of the travel experience, even though most passengers don’t pay any attention. [...]