Low Cost Carriers have grown in popularity in Asia in recent years, and for money-savvy travelers they can offer substantial savings. But beware the hidden charges! Advertised fares don't always tell the whole story.
Passengers’ Rights: What to Do If Your Flight Is Overbooked
Most airlines oversell tickets assuming not all passengers will show up for their flight. So what happens if everybody DOES show up? First they ask for volunteers, offering them compensation. Then they start bumping people. What are your rights and options if this happens? Airlines and Aviation Getting bumped from your flight – it’s the …
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Top 10 Ways to Tell if an Online Hotel Review Is Fake
According to some estimates as many as 80% of the guest reviews published on hotel booking websites are bogus, something that few travelers are aware of. There is no surefire way to determine a review's validity, but there are some useful warning signs.
Which Airline Frequent Flier Programme Is the World’s Best?
When it comes to airline loyalty programs, one size does NOT fit all. You have to consider how miles are calculated, expiry dates, availability of seats, and fees for postponing flights or changing travel destinations.
Aviation: Qatar Airways to Increase Baggage Allowance
Qatar Airways will increase the weight allowance for economy, business, and first class passengers on 1 September 2013.
Cruises: Why More Americans Are Traveling by Sea Rather Than Air
Because of rising airline ticket prices, more leisure travelers are choosing cruise packages over fly and stay packages.