Monday’s severe weather and tornado touchdowns in Oklahoma have wreaked an incredible amount of havoc and a still undetermined number of deaths. Many flights to and from Oklahoma City have been canceled and, if you were headed that way for a business event or some other non-essential visit, you probably want to stay away for […]
After running a test of the program in several cities, American Airlines has decided to make is official: Passengers traveling with just one small carry-on that will fit under the seat in front of them will now be allowed to board earlier than other customers – before Group 2. The program was tested in Austin, […]
Boston is in lock-down mode this morning and public transportation, as well as Amtrak train service is shut down. Boston Logan Airport sent out a tweet this morning saying it is “open and operating under heightened security. Please check with your airline on flight status before heading to the airport.” American Airlines United […]
Here’s a link to airlines I have learned of – so far – that are waiving change fees and making other accommodations for travelers going to and from Boston. If you hear of others, please send information along and I will update through the evening. Air Canada Air Tran American Airlines Delta Air Lines Jet […]
In addition to early arrivals from Virgin Atlantic (glass-bottomed planes) and WestJet (all-animals welcome; no carriers needed), these April Fools antics from airlines are making the rounds: Delta Air Lines has a new double-decker arm rest available for those in the middle seat. Virgin America has a new Main Canine Select class offering intriguing perks, […]
Virgin Atlantic announced today, April 1st, that it will soon introduce a glass-bottomed plane, WestJet has announced that bears, billy goats, monkeys and any other pet will now be allowed onto airplanes. For the “Furry Family” plans, no pet carriers are needed. And, for my first post for the Gadling travel site, I report on […]
Monday’s severe weather and tornado touchdowns in Oklahoma have wreaked an incredible amount of havoc and a still undetermined number of deaths. Many flights to and from Oklahoma City have been canceled and, if you were headed that way for a business event or some other non-essential visit, you probably want to stay away for […]
After running a test of the program in several cities, American Airlines has decided to make is official: Passengers traveling with just one small carry-on that will fit under the seat in front of them will now be allowed to board earlier than other customers – before Group 2. The program was tested in Austin, […]
Boston is in lock-down mode this morning and public transportation, as well as Amtrak train service is shut down. Boston Logan Airport sent out a tweet this morning saying it is “open and operating under heightened security. Please check with your airline on flight status before heading to the airport.” American Airlines United […]
Here’s a link to airlines I have learned of – so far – that are waiving change fees and making other accommodations for travelers going to and from Boston. If you hear of others, please send information along and I will update through the evening. Air Canada Air Tran American Airlines Delta Air Lines Jet […]
In addition to early arrivals from Virgin Atlantic (glass-bottomed planes) and WestJet (all-animals welcome; no carriers needed), these April Fools antics from airlines are making the rounds: Delta Air Lines has a new double-decker arm rest available for those in the middle seat. Virgin America has a new Main Canine Select class offering intriguing perks, […]
Virgin Atlantic announced today, April 1st, that it will soon introduce a glass-bottomed plane, WestJet has announced that bears, billy goats, monkeys and any other pet will now be allowed onto airplanes. For the “Furry Family” plans, no pet carriers are needed. And, for my first post for the Gadling travel site, I report on […]
Yet another storm – a real whopper! – is disrupting travel in the Midwest and beyond. Here’s a list with links to waivers being offered for changes in travel plans over the next few days. Air Canada Air Tran Alaska Airlines American Airlines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Southwest Airlines United Airlines US Airways
United Airlines has joined American Airlines in offering harried travelers the option of having checked luggage delivered to a home, office or hotel. For a fee, of course. The service — operated by BagsVIP, a unit of Bags, Inc. –promises to deliver luggage to locations in a 40-mile radius of an airport within four hours of a flight’s arrival. […]
Airports closed. Thousands of flights canceled. Homes, businesses, lives and travel plans ruined by the hurricane formerly known as Sandy. It’s still too much to handle. And it’s having on impact way beyond the areas directly hit by the storm. Here are some resources that may help: Airports The New York City airports (LGA, Newark […]