I planned an once-in-a-lifetime trip for my two children and me to South Africa a few months ago. I used a travel agency to book my airline tickets.
My travel agent told me the flight was made with American Airlines. As the date got closer, I called American and was told the booking was there but hadn’t been paid. I was very upset and immediately confirmed and paid for the reservation. It was start of a fiasco.
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Last week Ned Levi looked at the maritime regulations which are in force for cruise ships and recommended changes, in light of the Costa Concordia tragedy. This week Ned offers safety tips for cruisers, so they are prepared in case an emergency occurs to help them ensure their safety, along with family, and friends traveling with them.
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US Airways pilots deny sickout, Delta planes clip wings in Chicago, how to avoide a crooked travel agent
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The latest rule is the new part of TSA’s Secure Flight Program — It requires, no later than November 1, 2010, for all travelers to have their birth dates and legal names entered in the reservation. It sounds simple but may cost consumers a bundle.
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There’s serious crime and violence in many parts of the world travelers desire to visit. Ned Levi has suggestions on how to learn about the safety and health issues of the world’s travel destinations.
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“We are all too familiar with the sometimes draconian policies and less-than-stellar customer service,” Clay Hawley’s e-mail began. “This story is the opposite of that.”
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Looking to getaway this winter? What could be more fun than sailing to an exotic port while the folks back home are shoveling snow? More cruise ships are afloat and more departure ports exist than ever before. Even better, all this extra capacity means better deals. How do you get the best one? Here are five tips.
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