The New York Times – Frugal Traveler:
Google Flights is joining other booking platforms that aim to assure travelers they’re getting the best price.
Category: Airlines and Airplanes
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How Much Did You Spend on Your Solo Vacation?
The New York Times – Travel:
We spoke to readers about their recent solo travels, including their motivations to travel alone and what they chose to spend on.
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Southwest Airlines Briefly Halts Takeoff of Flights
The New York Times – Travel:
The airline, which experienced a large meltdown around Christmas, resumed departures after suffering from technology problems.
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On Long Flights, Airlines Offer Couch Seating
The New York Times – Travel:
An increasing number of long-haul airlines are offering economy seats that let passengers lie down. Sky couches as they’re often called, are a business-class approximation, without the frills, or the price.
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Passenger Flight Is Diverted After Woman Threatens Flight Attendant
The New York Times – Travel:
An Alaska Airlines flight from San Francisco to Chicago landed in Kansas City, Mo., after the passenger started acting erratically. She was arrested on a federal charge.
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A Cobra Appeared Mid-Flight. The Pilot’s Quick Thinking Saved Lives.
The New York Times – Travel:
The pilot made an emergency landing after feeling a Cape Cobra slither under his shirt while flying across South Africa. “I had a moment of stunned silence,” he said.
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Paris 2024 Olympics: How to Get Tickets
The New York Times – Travel:
Next year’s Summer Olympic Games in Paris are expected to draw millions of spectators. Here’s how to get tickets if you want to be one of them.
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What You Need to Know About Turbulence on Airplanes
The New York Times – Travel:
Recent incidents with turbulence during air travel raise questions about this challenging weather phenomenon. Here’s what we know about it and how to stay safe.
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Consumer Help: What Are the Rule for Flying With Pets?
The New York Times – Travel:
A gate agent suddenly objected to a canine who’d flown previously on the same route, saying the carrier wasn’t big enough. Our columnist tries to sort out what the actual rules for pets on planes are.