by Janice Hough | Nov 9, 2010
Airline schedule changes are an unfortunate fact of the traffic business; especially when they result in missed connections or new times that don’t work with travel plans. Why do airlines do it? Sometimes it’s an increase or decrease in demand, other times...
by Ned S. Levi | Nov 9, 2010
TSA (Transportation Security Administration) spokeswoman Suzanne Trevino stated in August of this year, referring to the images produced by the full body scanners in airports, “Our images can’t be printed, stored or transmitted.” An August 6, 2010 entry in the...
by Charlie Leocha | Nov 8, 2010
(From AAA) Eighty-five percent of drivers surveyed felt it was “completely unacceptable” for someone to drive if they are so tired they are having trouble keeping their eyes open. Unfortunately, drivers may not always be aware of the effects of fatigue...
by Janice Hough | Nov 8, 2010
For some, November is late for booking travel around the Christmas holidays. But any travel agent or airline/hotel reservation agent knows the refrain this time of year — “I just want to go somewhere warm where I can get a good deal.” This year, the answer...
by Charlie Leocha | Nov 6, 2010
Finnair is providing passengers with iPads for long-haul flights In an effort to keep passengers busy on long across Siberia flights, Finnair is now issuing its top passengers iPads for use during its flights. In a bid to encourage more passengers to transit via...
by Janice Hough | Nov 5, 2010
It’s been just about a week since TSA mandated “Secure Flight” data in all reservations. So far, so good. I haven’t heard any horror stories at airports, which could mean everything is going smoothly. Or that at this point only the airlines are...
by Charlie Leocha | Nov 5, 2010
Every year the magic of German Christmas Markets enchants millions of visitors. Hand-made craftworks as well as culinary specialties including Gluehwein (mulled wine), baked apples and Lebkuchen (gingerbread cookies) contribute to the traditional and romantic...
by Charlie Leocha | Nov 4, 2010
This week, Orbitz received a termination notice from American Airlines for permission to sell AA tickets unless the online travel agency agrees to work only with AA’s direct connect system. If Orbitz does not agree to AA’s terms, their ticketing permission...
by Charlie Leocha | Nov 4, 2010
This week, Orbitz received a termination notice from American Airlines for permission to sell AA tickets unless the online travel agency agrees to work only with AA’s direct connect system. If Orbitz does not agree to AA’s terms, their ticketing permission...