Southwest Airlines is facing significant backlash from long-time passengers following its transition from open seating to a standard assigned seating model in late January 2026. The shift, intended to boost revenue and attract brand-neutral travelers, has resulted in operational friction Read More …
The 2025 U.S. Family Travel Survey, conducted by the NYU SPS Tisch Center of Hospitality and the Family Travel Association, indicates robust intent to travel among families. An impressive 92% of parents plan to travel with their children in the Read More …
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), under the current administration, has suspended the proposed cash compensation rule that would have required airlines to pay passengers up to $775 for significant delays or cancellations caused by the carrier’s fault. This deregulatory Read More …
In a wonderful step forward for passenger convenience, the European Union is advancing a new proposal aimed at making air travel more streamlined and transparent. European travelers can look forward to a potential new standard that would allow them to Read More …
The final week of May 2025 saw a flurry of significant announcements and strategic shifts across the U.S. and Canadian travel industries as airlines moved to optimize operations, enhance loyalty programs, and address financial pressures ahead of the peak summer Read More …
Southwest Airlines, a carrier long celebrated for its customer-friendly perks, has announced a monumental shift in its operational strategy: the end of its iconic “bags fly free” policy. This decision marks a significant departure from a practice that has defined Read More …
As airlines tighten weight and size restrictions for cabin baggage, travelers continue to face unexpected fees at the gate when their hand luggage exceeds limits. With some carriers now weighing hand luggage more consistently and charging additional fees for oversized Read More …
According to a recent Forbes report, airlines collected a staggering $33 billion from baggage fees in 2023. U.S. carriers alone amassed $6.7 billion in checked baggage charges—a 26% increase from the previous year. With Southwest Airlines recently announcing the end Read More …
Southwest Airlines, aiming to boost revenue and align with industry practices, will begin charging for checked bags on flights booked after May 28th. They’re also introducing a new, lower-cost basic fare tier on the same date. While loyalty program members Read More …