A flight passenger who boarded a late-night flight out of Atlanta, Georgia, shared frustrations about the baggage-related actions of some fellow flyers. Posting in the “r/delta” Reddit forum with the title, “Another rant about carry-ons and personal items,” the user wrote to others, “Seriously, why have a ‘rule’ about one carry-on and one personal item when it’s … Read more
They’re bagging this beloved rule. Southwest Airlines has ended its decades-old “bags fly free” policy, where passengers were allowed two complimentary checked bags regardless of their ticket fare. Starting tomorrow, passengers aboard the budget carrier will have to pay to store their bags in the cargo hold, One Mile At A Time reported. This drastic … Read more
They’re putting the squeeze on extra juice. Southwest Airlines is implementing a surprising new restriction on portable chargers to keep these notoriously incendiary devices from bursting into flame mid-flight. Starting on May 28, passengers will be required to keep their power banks in plain sight, making the budget carrier the first to roll out a … Read more
Hawaiian Airlines is days into implementing a new “no-show” policy that could potentially cause travelers to lose out on money. The airline put the policy in place last Thursday for people who have a confirmed reservation but do not board their ticketed flight. “We’ll cancel your flight reservation and all continuing and return flights,” Hawaiian Airlines said … Read more
Southwest Airlines could lose a portion of leisure travelers to rivals with its latest decision to start charging for checked bags, according to an industry expert. It was a policy – along with open seating – that helped the carrier differentiate itself from its competitors for over 50 years and appealed to a wide range of budget-conscious … Read more
Dr. Marty Makary may face sharp questions from senators about whether he will defend the Food and Drug Administration against staff cutbacks and industry pressure on Thursday, although he is still expected to sail through his confirmation hearing to become the agency’s commissioner. Dr. Makary built his reputation as a contrarian in the medical field, … Read more
Carnival Cruise Line is facing backlash over a controversial policy change. The world’s largest cruise company is now requiring all 21-and-over adults in a cabin to purchase its Cheers! unlimited alcohol package if just one person in the cabin opts for it. This rule has shaken and stirred significant discontent, especially after the company hiked … Read more
These airline fees are soaring. Another major air carrier will be implementing an extra charge for carry-on bags, as the cost of checked baggage climbs. Beginning in January, Air Canada will be charging basic-economy travelers an extra fee for bringing abroad carry-on luggage larger than a handbag or small backpack. The fee will pertain to … Read more
The painful days of pay delays are finally over. . Travelers no longer need to fear getting stuck in a financial holding pattern should their flight get scrapped. US airlines are now required to issue passengers automatic refunds for tickets and other flight-related expenses should their flight get canceled or significantly delayed. “Today, our automatic … Read more
This math teacher’s pee policy doesn’t add up. A California educator has been accused of cruelty after awarding bonus points to students who don’t take a bathroom break during class. A peeved parent of one of the pedagogue’s pupils leaked the bizarre bathroom rule in a post that has clocked up over 16 million views … Read more
This store will be a target for abuse no more. Target recently revised its lenient return policy to address ongoing abuse by customers — a decision made as many retailers face issues regarding return fraud. The updated policy now asserts Target’s “right to deny returns, refunds and exchanges” to prevent scams and discourage fraudulent behavior, … Read more
Southwest fliers need to act fast. Southwest Airlines has announced the return of its highly-coveted Companion Pass promotion — but the time to purchase is ticking. The Companion Pass is essentially buy-one-get-one free, allowing Rapid Rewards members to designate one person to fly with them for free every time the member purchases or redeems points … Read more
Talk about the cost of doing business. A shameless Costco shopper put the popular warehouse retailer’s generous return policy to the test — and tested the patience of social media observers — by dragging a three-year-old couch back to her local store. California-based realtor Jasmen Reyes recently performed a public demonstration of the limits of the guarantee … Read more
Spirit Airlines is flying high after revealing its new seating policy. The low-cost carrier that has become synonymous with budget air travel is known for charging passengers for nearly every perk — but that’s about to change. Spirit announced Tuesday that there will be “new premium offerings” starting August 2024, including free Wi-Fi, a free … Read more
A Louisiana nurse was kicked out of a ritzy steakhouse she regularly frequented because management claimed her outfit was “too revealing” and violated its dress code. Y’Mine McClanahan wore a two-piece outfit — a modest floral top and a separate lengthy skirt that reached her feet — when she arrived at Stabs Prime Steak and … Read more
Here’s one good reason to back Blue. JetBlue is making free carry-on bags available to all classes of travelers, including economy ticket holders, the company announced on Tuesday. It’s a rare policy update in favor of the customer as many US-based airlines have moved to increasingly itemized itineraries, with some carriers even charging the passengers … Read more
A reality TV star’s cheeky attempt to bypass a Gold Coast pub’s strict tattoo policy has sparked a conversation about whether these rules should still exist in 2024. Jaden Laing, who finished 10th on this year’s season of Survivor, posted a video yesterday on his social media accounts showing him trying to enter the Burleigh … Read more
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan said Thursday that the carrier is considering changing the boarding and seating processes on its planes in order to improve its financial position. “We’re looking into new initiatives, things like the way we seat and board our aircraft,” Jordan said in an interview with CNBC on Thursday after the company reported … Read more
Talk about excess-ive. JetBlue has once again changed its checked bag fee policy — this time implementing dynamic pricing. The airline, which said it has struggled to turn a profit since the COVID-19 pandemic, already charges even higher fees depending on when you pay for your luggage, but now passengers will need to take the … Read more
Paws overpaying for pets on planes. American Airlines is relaxing its policy for passengers who travel with pets. The airline is now letting passengers bring both a pet and a regular carry-on bag or personal item into the cabin. Carry-on pets are dependent on breed and size. Getty Images Under the new policy, pet carriers … Read more