New Budget Airline Norse Atlantic Offers Cheapo Flights to Berlin

New Budget Airline Norse Atlantic Offers Cheapo Flights to Berlin

Watch out, world — there’s a new budget airline in town. Norse Atlantic Airways is offering flights from two major airport hubs in the U.S., New York City’s JFK and Los Angeles’ LAX, to Berlin (BER) for as low as $132 for a one-way ticket. Flights from these hubs begin …

Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card Reveals Enhanced Perks

In a news release, American Express explained that these are intended to ensure that small business owners can earn travel rewards from their day-to-day expenses.  No change will be made to the card’s existing benefits and so users new and old can continue to enjoy perks such as free hotel …

JetBlue Finally Wins Spirit Over With $3.8 Billion Bid

  The New York-based airline announced a merger agreement with the low-cost-carrier valued at $3.8 billion, including a prepayment and ticking fee for Spirit shareholders until the deal is consummated.   JetBlue & Spirit Aim to Create “The Most Compelling National Low-Fare Challenger” The announcement between JetBlue and Spirit comes …

The 21 Best Places to Live in Mexico for Retirees

What are the best places to live in Mexico for retirees? I see some form of this question every week on Facebook boards and even in my e-mails, but it’s tougher to answer than it is for smaller countries with less geographic variety. Mexico has some clear geographic and economic …

Senators Want More Airline Accountability from DOT

  In a letter sent to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and DOT general counsel John Putnam. Senators Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Alex Padilla of California want answers on how the agency plan on ensuring consumer protections in the space.   Citing Higher Cancellations, Lawmakers Want More Support In their …

Air France’s La Première and Business Passengers Can Now Savor Michelin-Starred Menus

  From this month through to October 2022, Air France passengers seated in the airline’s long-haul La Première and Business cabins can enjoy Michelin-starred menus created by chefs Michel Roth and Anne-Sophie Pic.   In-Flight Catering Options Highlight French Cuisine, Commitment to Sustainability Roth – who has been awarded the …

Top 11 Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Karpathos

Top 11 Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Karpathos

With a colorful history, mountain villages straight out of Greek mythology and an abundance of wildly glorious beaches, Karpathos in Greece is a Dodecanese gem. The old adage, “Leave only footprints,” is a good one to keep in mind during your visit to Karpathos. Like most other Greek islands, Karpathos …

The Cheapest Places to Travel This Year for Americans

[This post on the cheapest places to travel for Americans was updated in July 2022.] In a normal year when I’m giving advice on the cheapest places to travel to, I’m looking at prices, exchange rates, and special situations that are leading to temporary deals for travelers. In 2021 it …

Airline Complaints Nearly Triple in Post-Pandemic Travel Rush

  In the July 2022 Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR), the latest data shows that complaints nearly tripled in May 2022 compared to the same month in 2019.   Top Complaints Include Flight Disruptions and Lost Luggage  In May 2022 alone, the DOT received over 2,400 complaints from flyers, reflecting …

Low Pay, Poor Conditions Are Putting Airline Workers Under Stress, Says SEIU President

  In an interview with Yahoo Finance Live, Henry explained that these issues were coming to a head during the summer travel season and just as the airline industry struggles to cope with consumer demand brought on by the relaxation of pandemic restrictions.   Union Leaders Say Wages are Key …