Flights & Airline News

As winter quickly approaches, the good news is that there is plenty of snow to be found at certain locations. Early snow falls in certain areas of the globe have made winter loves everywhere stand up and take notice. Adding to the allure is the fact that travel companies are noticing too, and that means [...]

Amidst the newest terrorist threats and attempts, there is an understandable increase in security regulations when it comes to flying. If you are flying anytime soon, then it can be beneficial to be aware of what those regulations are and what they can mean to your flying experience. Being prepared is the only way to [...]

As the New Year is upon us, so too does that mean a whole new travel season. Though the holidays signified the busiest travel time of the year, we are right on the brink of many people vacationing. With winter breaks from school and others just feeling the need to get away, it’s important to [...]

Though the economy still continues to struggle and this means fewer plans for travel, there may be a different way to think about this scenario. While there are certainly some people that can’t travel due to serious economic situations or even unemployment, there are others that can and should travel. Not only can travel plans [...]

It’s certainly not the season for strikes, but that’s not stopping the imposed one at British Airways. Not only does this come at a terrible time when most travelers are counting on the airlines to get them home for the holidays, but they may have no recourse. Though the imposed strike is said to begin [...]

Once a land with not much to see, Dubai has turned into a true metropolitan area. It also happens to be an excellent source for real estate, and has turned many individuals into millionaires. The great land of Dubai has also developed some of the most beautiful architecture of its time, and therefore has turned [...]

New York is known as a rather expensive travel destination. This may be enough to keep some travelers away, particularly if you are coming from a destination farther away. However with recent discounts, traveling to New York is not only feasible but quite popular as well. Though this used to be a destination that people [...]

Times are tough, there’s no doubt about that. Though families and businesses are all feeling that, some industries are being hit harder than others. One of the hardest hit industries of late is the travel and airlines specifically. With budgets tight and travel happening less frequently, the travel industry has been working hard on a [...]

Though there’s never a good time for a company to head towards bankruptcy, it’s especially difficult at the holidays. Unfortunately the Spanish airline, Air Comet, has filed for protection from creditors. This next step towards bankruptcy or a similar road comes at a terrible time. In spite of efforts to do otherwise, the step seemed [...]

As the busiest travel days are upon us, there is good news for one major airline carrier just in the nick of time. As there was an imposed potential strike for British Airways that was set to begin on Tuesday, this was striking fear into the travelers booked on their flights. Fortunately the imposed strike [...]

With the crumble of yet another airlines that services Britain, the notion of cheap flights to get to this hot destination are running out. The problem is that many travel industry experts don’t have a lot confidence that these cheap flights will come back, or at least not too soon. As destinations such as London [...]

Though it may not apply to every destination or every airline carrier, there are some great deals to be had this holiday season. Even the traveler that waits until the last minute can find some amazing deals for Christmas and New Years. This is great news for the traveler, but may present some rather challenging [...]

Up until this decade, most people probably hadn’t heard of certain travel ideas. The notion of a “staycation” was never even heard of, much less discussed. Who ever thought of taking a “babymoon”? Even if you took a special trip before the baby arrived, you probably didn’t think much of it and certainly never considered [...]

With so much attention on the environment and the recent debate on the notion of global warming, many aspects of daily life are being affected. Though there is much controversy around whether global warming does in fact exist or not, there is nonetheless still a push for green living. This means that the green taxes [...]

It may have seemed that it would never be possible, but the unthinkable is finally becoming a reality. The Virgin Galactic will be the first consumer spacecraft of its kind, and you may be able to enjoy a flight on it yourself. Sir Richard Branson, the owner of Virgin Airlines, has said that this spacecraft [...]

In this day and age, everybody wants to find a good deal. This is particularly true when it comes to travel, and even more fundamentally important if you are a student. This phase of life may provide some of the most financially straining years, and therefore travel may seem like a luxury. However with the [...]

If you thought that Cyber Monday was an unofficial holiday designated only for the retailers, think again. Many airlines and travel companies alike are getting in on the act to ensure that they offer up significant discounts to consumers. Many of the major airlines are getting in on the act and recognizing that they can [...]

With cold and flu season upon us, many people are looking for ways to stay healthy. As the holidays mean a lot of travel for many individuals, the need to stay healthy is even stronger than ever. There are some things that you can pack in your carryon bag to ensure that you stay healthy [...]

The holiday season is here and that means that travelers are trying to come up with a new and unique travel idea. Though you can always head to a relative’s house or a popular hot spot, why not head to where Christmas is alive and well? If you want to get into the holiday mood [...]

It’s the holiday season, and along with a whole host of other things it means that there is going to be a lot of travel. There are more people traveling at this time of year than any other. People want to get home to family, and be a part of holiday celebrations. Once you’re at [...]

Though travel to and within Europe may often be expensive, there is help out there. Though some airline carriers are neglecting to offer discount rates, some are upping their offerings. Not only are some airline carriers offering deep discounts, but in many instances they are also increasing their flights as well. This means great savings [...]

Though this time of year always means that we are in the thick of cold and flu season, this has never been a bigger concern than this year. With the H1N1 virus on the rise and a whole host of concerns about what that means to those afflicted, this is of great concern with travel [...]

If travelers needed an incentive or a reason to travel to Barcelona, then the flights that can be found offer up an excellent one. There are some inexpensive flights currently being offered featuring Barcelona as the preferred travel destination. With all that this great city has to offer, it’s no wonder that airline carriers are [...]

So many people want to make it to Australia, and now you can. Though these are typically not cheap flights, you can find a great deal through Qantas Airlines. Visiting the Land Down Under has never been more reachable with this exceptional promotion. So for the traveler who wants to head to the other side [...]

There are cheap flights to be found to this notable sporting event, you just have to know how to find them. With the World Cup coming to Johannesburg, this may be a different trip than most are used to. As Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa, it’s only fitting that they will host [...]

It’s the time of year for great deals, and even the travel industry is getting in on the act. Though some airline carriers and travel companies are tacking on surcharges to their fares, some are rising head and shoulders above the rest. JetBlue is getting in on the holiday savings and offering up greatly discounted [...]

In this day and age, everybody wants to get the cheapest possible flight. Though many families want to travel, they want to do so at a fraction of the cost. This is not only possible but probable utilizing a new search tool for flights. The new search engine allows travelers to compare prices amongst the [...]

Though many travelers are rather used to the number of fees that stack up on them when they fly, there are some instances where it appears to be getting out of hand. Just in time for the holidays, the number of surcharges are continuing to add up. While the cost of a flight used to [...]

The reality is that business travel and the associated upgrades tend to be the airlines “bread and butter”. With tougher economic times and tighter budgets, many business people aren’t traveling quite like they used to. This means that there are less business travelers and most certainly fewer upgrades. This may not be good for the [...]

Whether you enjoy shopping all year through or simply want a good deal at the holidays, there are certain locations that may help you to get a jump start on some great deals. Many people know Prague because of its great shopping, and therefore booking a trip there may be quite popular at this time [...]

As we settle into winter, many people look to the multitude of outdoor activities that can be enjoyed. That means that ski resorts are going to start getting very busy as many people wish to hit the slopes this winter. This is good news for the ski resorts and for the airline carriers alike. It [...]

Though people may be traveling a bit less or changing up their plans, they are still traveling. Though overall flights may be down and certain destinations may not see the same traffic that they once did, travel is still happening in spite of a sad state of the economy. This is against what many experts [...]

With the holidays upon us, many people want to plan a special vacation to get away from it all. Planning a trip to a destination one has always wanted to visit and incorporating a bit of pampering is high on the list. Fortunately you can have a great mix of both and enjoy all that [...]

Many people want to make it to the nation’s capital, but find that their budget just doesn’t permit it. Not only do you have to account for the flight out there, but all of the things there are to do once you actually get there as well. This is not notably a cheap trip, but [...]

If you’ve always wanted to get to Mexico but weren’t sure if you could afford it, then now is the time to book your trip. Though many people still have yet to realize just how much Mexico can offer, many others recognize all the beauty and excitement that Mexico can hold. Not only that, but [...]

It seems that everybody is looking for something unique and fun to do for New Year’s Eve. As you book your travel plans and decide what to do for this big celebration, you may want to look for a particular destination. If you want something unique and for which you can find cheap flights to, [...]

Though airfare has been in a slump over the past few years, airlines are starting to regain some of their power. Though travel overall is down in light of a suffering economy, that doesn’t mean that people aren’t traveling. Though fares are down in general, airlines are starting to slowly regain some of their pricing [...]