The New York Times – Travel:
An airline agent’s attempt at a good deed went astray when it caused a 90-year-old traveler to miss his flight. Who should pay for his hotel and meals?
Category: Airlines and Airplanes
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Air New Zealand to Introduce ‘Skynest’ Sleep Pods on Some Long-Haul Flights
The New York Times – Travel:
Air New Zealand will begin offering economy passengers four-hour naps in private pods on certain long-haul flights. Will other carriers follow its lead?
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European Airports Warn of Jet Fuel Shortages if Strait of Hormuz Remains Shut
The New York Times – Travel:
An association of airports told European Union officials that fuel shipments through the Strait of Hormuz had to restart within three weeks to avoid a “systemic” shortage.
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How Airlines Turned First-Class Seats From Freebies to a Profit Engine
The New York Times – Travel:
Airlines used to give away most of their nicest seats, but they have increasingly found ways to persuade people to pay a lot for them.
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Flights, Hotels and Airline Miles: How to Avoid Getting Scammed
The New York Times – Travel:
Shady hotel booking sites, misleading customer service numbers and hacked airline loyalty accounts have snared travelers. Here’s how to avoid getting scammed.
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Delta Expects Strong Profit Despite Higher Fuel Costs
The New York Times – Travel:
The airline said demand for tickets remained very strong despite the effects of the war in Iran.
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Delta, WestJet and Other Airlines Announce Higher Baggage Fees and Fuel Surcharges
The New York Times – Travel:
American and Canadian airlines, squeezed by surging fuel costs from the war in Iran, are adding “sticky” new bag fees and surcharges, on top of higher fares.
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What Does an Ultra-Luxury First Class Ticket Get You? Flying in a Frictionless Bubble.
The New York Times – Travel:
A writer reports from inside the premium bubble, where there’s no such thing as too much, petty annoyances are nonexistent and the real world never intrudes.