Archive for February, 2011
Winter Storms Cause Flight Cancellations, Delays Across Upper Midwest
A major winter storm is causing hundreds of flights to be canceled across the upper Midwest on Monday. At Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) alone, Delta canceled around 700 flights on Sunday and other airlines have reduced the number of flights out of Minneapolis-St. Paul today. Though all four runways are currently open at MSP, [...]
Threat Of Violence Looms Over Mexican Open Tennis Tournament In Acapulco
The Association of Tennis Professionals (APT) is warning its top-ranked tennis stars not to leave their hotels during the Mexican Open because of a string of violent killings in Acapulco. Tennis superstars like David Ferrer, Fernando Verdasco and Stanislaw Wawrinka have been told not to explore Acapulco after gunmen killed four cab drivers and three [...]
Contrarian Traveler Blog: Business Travel News On BNET
The travel world doesn’t stop turning on weekends. Don’t miss Peter’s business travel blog on BNET.com, where he tackles the latest stories in the industry and explains how it affects you, the traveler. In the aftermath of the violent protests in Egypt, things are starting to heat up throughout the Middle East. Does that mean [...]
Travel Tip: Avoiding Checked Bag Fees
Maybe you’ve heard that U.S. airlines have raked in billions of dollars in checked-bag fees. But there are some new ways to get around those fees. Are these just gimmicks, or real savings? Intercontinental Hotels Group has a promotion through April called Check it Free. Guests receive up to $100 with every round-trip flight and [...]
Solo Travel Video: Avoiding Single Supplement Fees
Traditionally, solo travelers got the shaft when it came to price and service. But these days, some travel providers are starting to make life a little easier for single travelers. Find out how you can get around that dreaded single-supplement fee in Peter’s latest video for AARP. Watch the video below, and get more tips [...]
Delta Airlines Slapped With Record Fines Over Treatment Of Disabled Passengers
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) slapped down a hefty $2 million penalty on Delta Air Lines on Thursday for failing to meet federal rules concerning passengers with disabilities. The record fine is the biggest ever imposed on an airline for a non-safety violation. According to the DOT, Delta failed to provide assistance to disabled [...]
Travel Tip: Child Trafficking Awareness
It’s a $32 billion business, involving an estimated 2 million children each year. Welcome to the world of international child trafficking. Is this a problem that the average traveler should be worried about? You bet it is. Child trafficking involves the exploitation of minors who are sold off to work, or into prostitution or pornography. [...]
Wheelchair-Accessible Gulf Coast Travel
The Gulf Coast is a favorite destination for families, but finding a wheelchair-accessible beach retreat can be a challenge. Barbara & Jim Twardowski, RN, share their tips on finding accessible accommodations and experiences. Row after row of condominiums line the Gulf Coast. Most of the units are owned by individuals and few are configured to [...]
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