by Ned S. Levi | Nov 9, 2020
Can rapid COVID tests alone replace two-week destination quarantines now? It may not prove workable Airports and airlines are hoping to restart travel by offering rapid COVID tests to replace two-week quarantines. The big question today is, “Can a single COVID...
by Janice Hough | Oct 10, 2019
The most important question to ask if you really want early hotel check-in Most travelers who book hotels and arrive in a city early in the day would love to get early check-in when they arrive. But most hotels have a regular check-in time of 3:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m....
by Christopher Elliott | Sep 18, 2019
Emergency plane evacuations are rare, but follow instructions Chances are, you’ll soon hear a lot about how to evacuate a plane. The Federal Aviation Administration is expected to take a stand on minimum seat room in the next few weeks, and the ability to safely...
by Charlie Leocha | Aug 17, 2018
Joint consumer/industry letter urges FAA bill vote in Senate Travelers United, the largest US consumer advocacy organization dedicated to travel, today joined efforts with more than 30 other key commercial and business aviation associations in sending a joint...
by Christopher Elliott | Apr 4, 2018
There is no law against taking photos on planes Editor’s note: Airline crews do not like any passenger who takes photos on planes. However, there is no law against taking photos on planes, nor is there a federal regulation against doing so. On a recent American...
by Charlie Leocha | Mar 8, 2018
Knowing the full cost of travel is essential Last December, the Department of Transportation canceled consideration of a price transparency rulemaking. The proposed rule would require airlines to clearly state luggage fees at the time of booking flights. The effort...
