Many doubt the future for cruising, coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic The cruise ships Diamond Princess, Grand Princess, Ruby Princess, and MS Zaandam will be remembered. They will remain in the minds of the cruise world. They will factor in as examples of what can...
All cruise shore adventures have inherent risks and dangers Last week, the Whakaari/White Island volcano erupted, sending hot blocks of ash in the air while 47 people were exploring the volcano about 30 miles from New Zealand. The majority of the tourists were cruise...
16 ways a traveler can get kicked off a cruise In a recent column, I discussed the many ways passengers can miss their cruise ship’s sailing. However, once sailing, getting kicked off your cruise ship may be worse and there is little or no recourse if it...
There are many ways to miss your cruise ship Last week, I discussed missing or getting kicked off commercial airline flights. It can ruin your vacation. Similarly, missing your cruise ship’s sailing or getting kicked off your ship can be devastating and...
Eight common cruise myths exposed Recently, on wildlife photowalks I’ve led, I’ve been asked about cruising by those considering it for the first time. They had many cruise apprehensions and misconceptions. They worried about norovirus, seasickness, being...
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.
