Entries Tagged 'Luggage & Travel' ↓

Gaming the Luggage System

As airlines continue to raise fees for checked luggage, more travelers are coming up with creative ways to dodge them.

Source: The New York Times

Baggage Fee Not Taxable, I.R.S. Says

Full-fare carriers count on checked-bag charges as a source of revenue, and the Internal Revenue Service’s decision protects that growing revenue stream.

Source: The New York Times

Family Ski Trip Stressful? Pack Up Your Troubles

Packing for a winter trip is not easy, especially for the uninitiated, but with the right plan it can be less hectic.

Source: The New York Times

American Airlines Raises Its Baggage Fees, Too

American Airlines raised fees for checked bags on Monday, as the full-fare airline joined its rivals in finding a way to further increase revenue.

Source: The New York Times

Arizona: Stolen Luggage Discovered

Two people suspected of stealing up to 1,000 pieces of luggage from baggage claim carousels at Phoenix’s airport have been arrested.

Source: The New York Times

With Video, a Traveler Fights Back

A singer, whose career was boosted by his music video on YouTube about baggage handlers at United breaking his guitar, had his luggage temporarily lost by the airline on a trip to speak to executives about customer service.

Source: The New York Times

Even as Fares Creep Up, Airlines Tack On Fees, Too

Trying to raise extra money, carriers are charging for booking seats in advance, flying during some holiday periods and even for checking bags at the airport.

Source: The New York Times

Business Travelers Take to Their Bikes

The desire to stay fit and save money is inspiring more to ride their bikes, not just to work but also on business trips.

Source: The New York Times

Business Travelers Take to Their Bikes

The desire to stay fit and save money is inspiring more to ride their bikes, not just to work but also on business trips.

Source: The New York Times

Even as Fares Creep Up, Airlines Tack on Fees, Too

Trying to raise extra money, carriers are charging for booking seats in advance, flying during some holiday periods and even for checking bags at the airport.

Source: The New York Times