It’s December, when we are thinking of gifts for friends and family. With the holidays coming up fast, it’s time for my annual holiday gift roundup for travelers. I’ve put together a list of high-tech and low-tech items, expensive gifts and...
by Dan J. Barton, CEO of Splash and Dash for Dogs For some pet parents, a trip’s no fun if the four-legged members of the family can’t come. But traveling can be highly stressful, both for you and your animal companions. With thoughtful preparation, you can ensure a...
Travel is great when everything works, and sometimes even when everything isn’t so perfect. But there are also those days and experiences that go beyond the point of “grin and bear it.” While some travelers complain effectively, many do not. Often...
I’ve tested thousands of travel apps, some of which I’ve purchased myself, including general travel apps and specific ones for airlines, trains, rental cars, etc., as well as for cities, countries and travel destinations such as national parks and historic...
by Monica Cesarato Originally published in EuroCheapo.com You may have heard the recent head-scratching news that rocked Venice’s tourism scene last week. According to reports that shot around the Web [last month], the city was (allegedly) set to impose fines on...
These accomplishments have been achieved by working closely with our members, national media, the travel industry, the Department of Transportation (DOT), Congress and many other agencies.
– Removal of restaurant fees from DC area eateries — this is an ongoing project
– Creation of DOT Dashboard to outline consumer rights after cancellation of a flight
– Bi-partisan bill to eliminate hotel resort fees introduced into House of Representatives
– Creation of the Advisory Committee for Aviation Consumer Protections
– Advertised airfares now include airfare plus, mandatory taxes and fees
– Lost/damaged/delayed luggage compensation limit increased to $3,800
– Passengers have 24 hours to change or cancel their nonrefundable tickets without penalty
– Once an airfare is purchased, that airfare and ancillary fees cannot be increased
– Families flying together act passed by Congress that requires family members 13 years of age and younger to sit with other family members at no additional cost.
