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Travel news: A new airline fee, smaller airline seats, travel reviews
This past week has seen some big changes in the airline industry. The DOT introduced new airfare rules and changes that help protect passengers when it comes to the price of airfares and making changes to flights. Airlines have complied with the new airfare rules. However, not all the airlines are taking it well. One [...]
Price of airfares now includes taxes and fees, airfares on the rise
Today, big changes have been implemented on airfares in the US. Starting today, airfares now include taxes and fees as part of the advertised price. No longer can airlines advertise an airfare sale for one price and then add a bunch of taxes and fees to your final purchase price. For those searching for airfares, [...]
FAA shutdown ends as Congress reaches a deal, key issues still to be resolved
While many people took advantage of airfares without FAA taxes, those days are over. Congress agreed on a new bipartisan deal that would put the FAA back in business. While Congress has already adjourned for the summer, a special vote will allow this deal to pass on Friday without the need for anyone to head [...]
FAA shutdown continues as Congress battles over airports and unions
UPDATE: Congress reaches a deal to end FAA shutdown! Check out the story to get the latest updates and news on FAA taxes for airfares. While the FAA shutdown continues, some airlines are taking advantage of no more FAA taxes on airfares. While some airlines are passing on the FAA tax savings to passengers, other [...]
Airlines increase the price of airfares as FAA taxes expire
UPDATE: Congress reaches a deal to end FAA shutdown! Check out the story to get the latest updates and news on FAA taxes for airfares. As Congress failed to pass legislation this weekend to keep the Federal Aviation Administration running, government and FAA taxes on airline tickets expired. With the expiration of these airline taxes, [...]
Sacramento International Airport news: Memorial Day travel, ATMs, new Terminal B update
With Memorial Day weekend ahead, it’s a busy week for travel at Sacramento International Airport. The unofficial start to summer is underway and many people will drive and fly for the Memorial Day holiday. With big changes coming at the Sacramento International Airport in the Fall, it’s time to focus on the airport as we [...]
California State Parks announces 70 state parks will be closed
Due to the budget crisis in California, the California Department of Parks and Recreation has announced that 70 California State Parks will close beginning in the 2011-2012 fiscal year. Budget cuts of $11 million in 2011-2012 prompted the move with another $22 million in cuts looming in 2012-2013. Director of State Parks Ruth Coleman and [...]
Passenger Bill of Rights expanded in 2011
In April 2010, the Department of Transportation implemented an initial Passenger Bill of Rights aimed at protecting travelers by putting restrictions on the amount of time that planes can be grounded and compensating passengers when they are bumped. Now, new changes are coming as the Department of Transportation is adding even more rights to the [...]
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