Airline Elite Status: Still Worth Chasing?
At the end of the year, it is common to hear that someone is XXX miles short of elite status. I’ve been there myself. Some years ago I…
Current Affairs
Will United’s Bag Sizing Policy Work?
United Airlines recently announced an apparent change in their carry-on policy for bags. New bag sizers are already appearing at UA ticket counters and gates and will extend…
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Win a 4 Day, 3 Night Trip to Jamaica Today on Twitter
I’ve already explained all of the great benefits of Twitter chats. I’ve also shared some amazing reasons to visit Jamaica. Today, I’m here to tell you about a…
Airlines | Airports | Current Affairs | Travel | Web/Tech
Your Thoughts on Airline Big Data: Value or Invasion?
My recent post on Yes, We Want Airlines Profitable, But …, along with a recent Wall Street Journal article How Airlines Mine Personal Data In-Flight got the attention…
Is Your Child Flying Solo? Tune In To KHOU in Houston For What You Need to Know!
Putting your child on a plane to visit dad, mom or grandparents? The number of kids flying solo will be skyrocketing as this holiday season approaches. Flying these…
Yes, We Want Airlines Profitable, But…
Virtually all the major airlines reported profits in the last quarter, a predicted outcome once the airlines got control of flight capacity. In economic terms, the airlines now…
Data Mining: Are Airlines Going Too Far?
It was reported a while ago on FlyerTalk that Delta Air Lines was collecting personal information about their passengers. Some commenters objected to the airline policy, saying it…
Update: Those Phony US Airlines Letters
A few months ago I wrote about these letters that most of us have received in the mail. You know, the ones that tell you about earning free travel…
Weekly Link Roundup
Short and sweet, here is a roundup of this week’s links to news and resources to help enhance your travels: Productivity Many of us live on Google and…
TSA Security Check Expansion or Invasion?
Before you even get to the airport, the TSA could be checking your employment history, past travel itineraries, or even your car registration. The New York Times is…
