The New York Times – Travel:
The Transportation Department’s apparent openness to undoing government policies protecting the rights of airline passengers could have wide ramifications.
Author: Christine Chung
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Brian Kelly, the Points Guy, Shares Tips on Reward Travel
The New York Times – Travel:
Brian Kelly, the founder of the travel rewards website the Points Guy, says there’s never been a better time than now for earning points.
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Spirit Airlines Will Prohibit ‘Offensive’ Tattoos and Revealing Clothing
The New York Times – Travel:
The airline clarified (somewhat) the attire and appearance that might prevent passengers from being allowed to board or remain on a plane, a move that goes a step further than other major U.S. airlines.
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Travel 2025: New Lounges and Elite Cabins Aim to Win Over Air Passengers
The New York Times – Travel:
Airlines hope to meet the traveler demand for premium flying, whether by offering more roomier seats in economy or upgrading higher-tier classes.
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American Airlines Accused of Discrimination by Interracial Couple
The New York Times – Travel:
In a lawsuit, two newlyweds say they were detained after a passenger and airline employees wrongly suspected the Black husband of trafficking his white wife.
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Overbooked Flight? What to Know If an Airline Bumps You
The New York Times – Travel:
When airlines sell more tickets than available seats, passengers can get kicked off their flights — whether they want to or not.
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Winter Storm Snarls Travel in Mid-Atlantic With Snow and Ice
The New York Times – Travel:
The storm caused thousands of flights and dozens of train trips to be delayed or canceled. At Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington, all runways were closed Monday evening.
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JetBlue Fined $2 Million for Chronic Delays
The New York Times – Travel:
The Transportation Department’s first ever penalty for chronic delays takes aim at four routes that consistently arrived late for five consecutive months.
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What the F.A.A. Bill Means for Travelers
The New York Times – Travel:
The legislation, which funds federal aviation programs for the next five years, cements new passenger protections, adds new routes and lets the T.S.A. continue to expand facial recognition programs. Here’s what you need to know.