by Janice Hough | Dec 17, 2009
Yes, that question is a little snide. But with British Airways facing their second potential public relations disaster within a few months, it sometimes seems like the only option that makes sense. The first problem came when the airline accidentally loaded $40...
by Janice Hough | Dec 16, 2009
You’re not a really frequent flier. Or, maybe you’re a lower level elite — i.e.: basic Delta Medallion, United Mileage Plus Premier, Advantage Gold. But, you’ve been stockpiling your miles. The miles have come from a credit card, maybe from travel,...
by Janice Hough | Dec 14, 2009
So now that Continental is part of Star Alliance, there are more ways than ever for United “Mileage Plus” and Continental “One Pass” members to get miles. In addition, these are especially valuable miles that qualify towards elite status. The...
by Janice Hough | Dec 11, 2009
Ryanair has long had a credit card surcharge on their tickets. Of course, Ryanair is also the airline whose CEO seriously talked about pay toilets, so it’s hardly a mainstream carrier. But now the credit card surcharge is just beginning to take hold with major...
by Janice Hough | Dec 10, 2009
As a frequent flier who also loves good wine, it’s been a minor pet peeve of mine for a while that if you are traveling in coach, or sitting in an airport lounge, while brand-name hard liquor may be available, the wine is a different story. The offerings are...
