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Here’s Why You Don’t Want To Book Airline Tickets Through Online Agents Like Expedia

by Gary Leff on March 23, 2021

Mar 23 2021

Most people use sites like Expedia or Kayak to compare options because they don’t start off knowing they want to fly American Airlines or United. They find the schedule and price they’re looking for, and then book what looks best.

While it can be useful for the average consumer to search flights with Expedia or the like, it’s not actually a good idea to buy travel from them unless they are able to construct complicated itineraries at a lower price than booking directly. These two tweets show why.

Great Deal: 20% Off All Southwest Airlines Award Flights

by Gary Leff on March 23, 2021

Mar 23 2021

Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards is offering 20% off the points required for all flight redemptions booked by March 25 for travel through April 30, 2021 using promo code SAVENOW.

This American Airlines Passenger Story Made Me Cry, But In A Good Way

by Gary Leff on March 23, 2021

Mar 23 2021

This is exactly what the airline means when it talks about their new-ish slogan, caring for people on life’s journey.

I’m not sure this is something that sets American Airlines apart, but on this day and on this one particular flight the airline’s employees really took care of a passenger by treating them as a person with their own story and their own reason for flying that day.

[Roundup] How To Book American Airlines Awards At 2015 Mileage Prices

by Gary Leff on March 23, 2021

Mar 23 2021

A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.

New Airline Requires Pilots To Buy Their Job For $75,000

by Gary Leff on March 22, 2021

Mar 22 2021

I used to think Avatar Airlines was a run of the mill pump and dump securities scam, but now I believe Avatar Airlines is running a job fraud scam, too.

When There’s Enough Vaccine For Everyone, Air Travel Mask Rules Should End

by Gary Leff on March 22, 2021

Mar 22 2021

Masks made sense on planes when, together with HEPA air filtration and downward air flow, they reduced the risk of catching Covid-19 on a plane.

Now vaccines are available. We’re going to have challenges keeping people masked up once they’ve been vaccinated. The rule needs to stay in place now, when most Americans haven’t had a chance to become vaccinated yet. It’s tough to know who has been vaccinated and who hasn’t been.

[Roundup] A Second Airport Popup Shot Bar Makes This A Trend

by Gary Leff on March 22, 2021

Mar 22 2021

A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.

Could This Be The New American Airlines Business Class Seat

by Gary Leff on March 22, 2021

Mar 22 2021

I shared this month that American Airlines is still planning new cabins for Boeing 787-9s they take delivery of, and Airbus A321XLRs. There will be full mockups of the cabins for testing this time.

Just before the pandemic American Airlines was previewing potential seat choices.

You’re Vaccinated, Your Kids Aren’t. Can You Travel?

by Gary Leff on March 22, 2021

Mar 22 2021

Adults can get vaccinated and children cannot. You may be able to travel, but what about travel with your kids?

Is it reasonable to travel with children who haven’t been vaccinated? And will countries allow unvaccinated children to enter?

American Airlines Passengers Brawl Over Who Gets Off Their Plane First

by Gary Leff on March 22, 2021

Mar 22 2021

A passenger on board an American Airlines flight to Phoenix shared video of what happened when they landed and arrived at their gate. A fight broke out between passengers over who would disembark first. Another passenger can be heard saying “they’re calling for law enforcement.”

Here’s Why You Don’t Want To Book Airline Tickets Through Online Agents Like Expedia

Great Deal: 20% Off All Southwest Airlines Award Flights

This American Airlines Passenger Story Made Me Cry, But In A Good Way

[Roundup] How To Book American Airlines Awards At 2015 Mileage Prices

New Airline Requires Pilots To Buy Their Job For $75,000

When There’s Enough Vaccine For Everyone, Air Travel Mask Rules Should End

[Roundup] A Second Airport Popup Shot Bar Makes This A Trend

Could This Be The New American Airlines Business Class Seat

You’re Vaccinated, Your Kids Aren’t. Can You Travel?

American Airlines Passengers Brawl Over Who Gets Off Their Plane First

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