A few weeks ago I wrote about American making yet another change to the boarding process. I haven’t flown American since the change was implemented, but had heard mostly positive reviews from friends and colleagues. Today, I finally experienced the newest boarding process and am happy to report the entire process is simply better. It…
Ever since the new electronics ban I have spent some time on the 3ME websites (Qatar, Emirates, and Etihad) looking for information. Over the past week I’ve spent some time booking mock itineraries to see what information each airline provides at the time of booking. Don’t worry this is not another electronics ban post, that…
Emirates Airlines has come up with a solution of sorts to the ridiculous electronics ban being implemented this week. Although the solution is not perfect, it clearly is aimed to minimize the disruption for one type of traveler, the business traveler. I’d argue the majority of people who buy business and first class tickets are…
Alaska Airlines is phasing out the Virgin America brand. Those were the headlines I woke up to today. It’s a total shame because Virgin is the most interesting airline flying in the US today. From the white seats, mood lighting, and wild in-flight entertainment options, Virgin is clearly different from any other domestic carrier today. The…
Ever since the landscape of the United States political system changed a few months ago it seems like we haven’t stopped hearing about travel bans. Today the Department of Homeland Security and the Transportation Security Administration continue this trend by announcing a new electronic device ban US bound flights from the Middle East. This ban does…
Let’s take a quick break from Credit Card Madness to explain a few reasons why I’m loving American Airlines AAdvantage 2017. I was extremely disappointed when American followed Delta and United and switched to a revenue based loyalty program. In the past, I loved American because the little guy was effectively equal to big spenders. I could…
I am asked this question all the time: “I just booked a trip to XYZ for $xxx.xx, is that a good deal?” It is a difficult question to answer, but hopefully the following will help you understand ticket prices and find the best price on airfare. Searching For The Best Price On Airfare Airlines are constantly changing…
American Airlines is the most recent US airline to announce “basic economy” fares. Legacy domestic airlines continue to cite increased competition from low cost competitors as the reason behind these basic economy fares. American Airlines basic economy fares mirror those offered by United and Delta, which offer reduced benefits and increased restrictions. These basic economy fares…
It’s early in 2017 and many are already planning summer trips to far off lands. Also, traditionally Q1 is the best time to purchase airfare as prices tend to drop considerably, but it is important to manage existing reservations in the months leading up to traveling to make sure that you don’t end up in…
This has been on my mind for a while, but recently on a flight from DFW to MSP I realized how much it bothers me when passengers hold up the line of passengers trying to leave the airplane while they collect their baggage from the overhead bins, I think the process of deplaning can go…
