One of the most pressworthy things about the last government shutdown wasn’t some obscure agency slowing down paperwork. It was travel. Specifically, air travel — the kind of thing millions …
flight cancellations
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Tips and Tricks
Weather Delay Survival Guide: What To Do Before, During, and After a Flight Disruption
by joehegby joehegWeather can disrupt airline travel any time of year—spring thunderstorms, summer heat, winter snow, and everything in between. Delays are never ideal, but a little prep (and a flexible mindset) …
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Airlines
Southwest Drops a Holiday Ad So Tone-Deaf It Should Come With Earplugs
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegAirlines are in the business of getting as many passengers as possible. To help them reach their goals of filling their planes, they advertise seemingly everywhere. You’ll see their ads …
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There was a time when an airline grounding its entire fleet was virtually unheard of; it was generally reserved for once-in-a-decade freak events like a power outage in an airline’s …
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Travel
Visit Japan This July! Great Views, Fewer Tourists, Possible Apocalypse
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegEver since Japan reopened after COVID, it seems it’s been THE place to visit. Popular places such as Kyoto and a spot where you can get a great view of …
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Spirit Airlines has been making headlines lately—and not for the reasons any airline would want. The latest chapter in the ultra-low-cost carrier’s story began in November 2024, when the company …
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Silver Airways, the regional carrier known for its ATR42-600 and ATR72-600 turboprops, has abruptly canceled all flights at Orlando International Airport (MCO), leaving passengers scrambling for alternatives. A History of …
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Ever felt stranded by an airline with no explanation or recourse? You’re not alone. While you might expect your ticket to guarantee a smooth trip from Point A to Point …
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Every year, I rank the major US airlines based on our experiences with them over the past year. Of the major carriers, American has consistently been slipping downward, even falling …