by Charlie Leocha | Feb 22, 2014
Here are 50 things every traveler should know conveniently packaged as an infographic. They are fairly random, but do come in handy. Try knowing how to say airport in eight languages, how to say, “No,” in Turkey, or what hand with which to eat. It may take...
by Janice Hough | Feb 18, 2014
It’s been another winter with another long list of canceled flights. Even with storms, however, airlines try to fly as many flights as possible and sometimes you get lucky. However, when you are one of the lucky ones whose flight is operating while others are...
by Charlie Leocha | Feb 15, 2014
If you ever wondered what to do when stuck at an airport, cheapflights.com put together this infographic with 10 hands-full of suggestions. Charlie LeochaCharlie Leocha is the President of Travelers United. He has been working in Washington, DC, for the past 14 years...
by Charlie Leocha | Feb 14, 2014
As the consumer representative on this Advisory Committee on Aviation Consumer Protections, I welcome everyone who is attending this meeting. Today we are discussing important topics that influence travel. Posters First, getting the word out to travelers about their...
by Charlie Leocha | Feb 14, 2014
We are creating a new logo. We need your help in the final decision. In March, the Consumer Travel Alliance will be changing names to Travelers United and becoming a full membership organization with a special newsletter, discounts from companies like Hertz, airport...
by Charlie Leocha | Feb 13, 2014
I turned on the TV this morning to see how the Nation’s Capital is faring in the wake of a snowstorm. Moving around the city wasn’t my concern. I was more interested in how the airlines were handling the snow and ice storm that has moved from the south...