Airlines tips

Either Hawaiian Airlines knows something that we don’t, or it is just being prudent and making plans ahead of time.

United Airlines expects the 2024 edition of the Memorial Day holiday travel period to be the busiest in the company’s history.

As people in the United States prepare for the Memorial Day holiday travel period, Airlines for America (A4A) expects that carriers will transport an estimated 271 million passengers around the world this summer.

Several major airlines in the United States have filed a lawsuit against the Department of Transportation (DOT) over the new fee transparency rules approved by President Joe Biden and his administration in April.

The U.S. dollar is going strong relative to many foreign currencies right now, which translates to international travel bargains for savvy shoppers. One of the easiest way for American travelers to grab a “deal” on an overseas trip is to choose a destination where the comparatively strong dollar delivers a built-in automatic discount for on-the-ground costs like hotels, dining and attractions.

A mother is suing American Airlines and calling for answers after her 14-year-old son died on board a flight.

In theory, Pimalai Resort and Spa in Thailand’s Krabi province checks all the boxes for Indian tourists. But the majority of the travelers limit their visit to Bangkok and Phuket, owner Charintip Tiyaphorn told Skift. 

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Southwest Airlines recently announced the launch of its new Orlando – Nassau route. Daily nonstop flights will connect Central Florida’s metropolitan hub with The Bahamas’ capital city at the height of the summer months. The Orlando – Nassau flights will operate from 4 June to 4 August, with departures from Orlando and arrivals in Nassau. “The expansion of Southwest Airlines’ Central Florida route map to include a new daily service to Nassau is another testimony to the government’s efforts and commitment to grow air stopover arrivals throughout our 16-islands destination aggressively,” says the Honourable I. Chester Cooper, Bahamas Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments, and Aviation.

CAVU, founded by Manchester Airports Group (MAG) who aim to revolutionise the airport passenger journey, has announced its latest innovative product: aether, an exclusive Private Terminal set to redefine the airport experience for all passengers.

Following fruitful discussions with Senior Executives of Emirates Airline, Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett says plans are underway to include Jamaica as one of the hubs for the airline in the Caribbean. Emirates Airline, based in Dubai, is one of the world’s fastest growing airlines that connects its customers to a network of over 150 destinations.

Major US airlines sued the Department of Transportation on Friday over a rule that requires upfront fee disclosures for costs like baggage and itinerary changes.

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Major airlines are suing the Biden administration over its latest rule that requires airlines to disclose all fees associated with buying a ticket. 

What do American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, and Air France each have in common? They’ve all reported red-hot demand for premium cabins in recent months – and they’re not alone.

It's not often that you hear travelers sing the praises of a regional jet, but that might be about to change aboard Delta Air Lines.

Have you ever gotten puffy on a flight? Air travel has plenty of side effects: jet lag, colds, and lack of sleep from crying children and rowdy passengers. If you’re a frequent flyer, it’s highly likely you’ve also experienced puffiness and swelling in your hands, ankles, and face at some point. That’s because air travel, particularly over extended durations, creates “cutaneous puffiness,” which is characterized by swelling or bloating of the skin, notably around the eyes and extremities.

Even by Saudi standards, the goals are ambitious: By 2030, the country wants 330 million passengers to pass through its airports annually, up from around 112 million last year.

A Delta Air Lines passenger is suing the carrier for $1 million, alleging that he broke a rib when an armrest collapsed.

India’s newest airline, Akasa Air, made its international debut in Doha, Qatar in March — just 19 months after its launch.

Alaska Airlines is testing an AI-powered flight search tool meant to inspire travelers during the early stages of trip planning and help them redeem loyalty points.