To wear or not to wear: clothing for travel I’ve heard some travelers say, I can dress any way I want and there’s nothing anyone can do about it.” Is that true? Unfortunately for them, it’s not true. In fact, the wrong clothing can stop your trip...
I don’t know if it’s a trend in the making, but I’ve noticed a lot of interest in cruising recently. I’ve been fielding more questions than usual about cruising recommendations, and I’m often asked how much I really like cruising myself....
Cruising has substantially changed since we entered the 21st Century. What was once a “dress for dinner” atmosphere, on many if not most cruise ships, with men in tuxedos, and women in evening gowns, has now become much more casual. While you won’t be welcome in...
Most of us have read about Armando Alvarez, vice president of Best Buy, the $47 billion-a-year electronics retailer, and his troubles with United Airlines. In late October, a United gate agent revoked Alvarez’s First Class upgrade, “purchased” with miles from his...
These accomplishments have been achieved by working closely with our members, national media, the travel industry, the Department of Transportation (DOT), Congress and many other agencies.
– Removal of restaurant fees from DC area eateries — this is an ongoing project
– Creation of DOT Dashboard to outline consumer rights after cancellation of a flight
– Bi-partisan bill to eliminate hotel resort fees introduced into House of Representatives
– Creation of the Advisory Committee for Aviation Consumer Protections
– Advertised airfares now include airfare plus, mandatory taxes and fees
– Lost/damaged/delayed luggage compensation limit increased to $3,800
– Passengers have 24 hours to change or cancel their nonrefundable tickets without penalty
– Once an airfare is purchased, that airfare and ancillary fees cannot be increased
– Families flying together act passed by Congress that requires family members 13 years of age and younger to sit with other family members at no additional cost.
