<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" ><channel><title>ThriftyTraveling.com</title> <atom:link href="http://thriftytraveling.com/category/air-travel/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://thriftytraveling.com</link> <description>Pay Little, Travel BIG!</description> <lastBuildDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 20:39:28 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1</generator> <item><title>How to Avoid Paying Spirit Airlines’ New Carry-On Bag Fee of $100</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-avoid-paying-spirit-airlines-new-carry-on-bag-fee-of-100/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-avoid-paying-spirit-airlines-new-carry-on-bag-fee-of-100/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 02:49:43 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Allegiant Airlines]]></category> <category><![CDATA[hidden airline fees]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Spirit Airlines $100 carry-on bag fee]]></category> <category><![CDATA[The View]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Whoopi Goldberg]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=4311</guid> <description><![CDATA[I used to love flying on Spirit Airlines.  They used to be so friendly, and their prices were really great to the destinations they serviced.   While they are still considered a “bargain airline,” be aware that they are charging more and more for carry-on bag fees and other hidden fees. When you are checking Spirit [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-avoid-paying-spirit-airlines-new-carry-on-bag-fee-of-100/' addthis:title='How to Avoid Paying Spirit Airlines’ New Carry-On Bag Fee of $100' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-avoid-paying-spirit-airlines-new-carry-on-bag-fee-of-100/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>How to Avoid Catching a Cold or the Flu from Airplane Germs</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-avoid-catching-a-cold-or-the-flu-from-airplane-germs/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-avoid-catching-a-cold-or-the-flu-from-airplane-germs/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:36:01 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Health and Medical]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Safe Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[avoid airplane germs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[avoid catching a cold]]></category> <category><![CDATA[avoid catching the flu]]></category> <category><![CDATA[healthy flying]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=3938</guid> <description><![CDATA[by Juan Vives You can protect yourself from catching a flu bug, cold, or airplane germs in a crowded airplane by following a few simple rules. There is nothing worse than arriving sick at your vacation spot or taking home a cold as a souvenir.  A few of the best healthy travel practices will help [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-avoid-catching-a-cold-or-the-flu-from-airplane-germs/' addthis:title='How to Avoid Catching a Cold or the Flu from Airplane Germs' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-avoid-catching-a-cold-or-the-flu-from-airplane-germs/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Need a Taxi at Bangkok International Airport (BKK)?  Know your Price!</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/need-a-taxi-at-bangkok-international-airport-bkk-know-your-price/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/need-a-taxi-at-bangkok-international-airport-bkk-know-your-price/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:42:10 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Asia]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bangkok]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bangkok Airport]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bangkok International Airport]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bkk airport]]></category> <category><![CDATA[taxi at bangkok international airport]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Thailand scams]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=3233</guid> <description><![CDATA[by Juan Vives &#160; Here is another post to help you plan your travel, save travel money, and avoid travel scams.  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport is pretty easy to get around.  Knowing a few things about transportation at the BKK Airport will save you some travel time and money.  The Bangkok Airport is around 21 miles [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/need-a-taxi-at-bangkok-international-airport-bkk-know-your-price/' addthis:title='Need a Taxi at Bangkok International Airport (BKK)?  Know your Price!' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/need-a-taxi-at-bangkok-international-airport-bkk-know-your-price/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Free Guide to Air Travel and Pregnancy</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/free-guide-to-air-travel-and-pregnancy/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/free-guide-to-air-travel-and-pregnancy/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sun, 12 Feb 2012 08:58:25 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Health and Medical]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Safe Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Woman Traveler]]></category> <category><![CDATA[air travel and pregnancy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[flying when pregnant]]></category> <category><![CDATA[healthy air travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[pregnant travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[safe air travel when pregnant]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=3432</guid> <description><![CDATA[Air travel is generally safe for pregnant women. However, traveling pregnant does come with some warnings. To help ease some of the anxiety, read on for a sample of the travel tips from a free guide to Air Travel and Pregnancy. It answers all your questions on how to ensure safe and comfortable air travel [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/free-guide-to-air-travel-and-pregnancy/' addthis:title='Free Guide to Air Travel and Pregnancy' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/free-guide-to-air-travel-and-pregnancy/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Is it Cheaper to Fly or Drive?  Use the Fly or Drive Calculator!</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/is-it-cheaper-to-fly-or-drive-use-the-fly-or-drive-calculator/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/is-it-cheaper-to-fly-or-drive-use-the-fly-or-drive-calculator/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2012 02:19:53 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Car Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[How to Get There]]></category> <category><![CDATA[car travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cheap travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cheapest way to travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fly or drive calculator]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=2815</guid> <description><![CDATA[In spite of the dreaded TSA encounters, the checked baggage fees, and reduced customer service, you might think that flying is easier than driving, right?  Well, maybe not.  But more important, money is tight now.  When traveling within the continental United States, have you ever wondered whether it was cheaper to fly or drive? That [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/is-it-cheaper-to-fly-or-drive-use-the-fly-or-drive-calculator/' addthis:title='Is it Cheaper to Fly or Drive?  Use the Fly or Drive Calculator!' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/is-it-cheaper-to-fly-or-drive-use-the-fly-or-drive-calculator/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>How to Get Upgraded to First Class, Sometimes</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-get-upgraded-to-first-class-sometimes/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-get-upgraded-to-first-class-sometimes/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 03:48:33 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airline travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[first class upgrade]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=2451</guid> <description><![CDATA[Here is a little-known travel secret that can get you a lot of perks and even get you upgraded to First Class, sometimes. When a flight is oversold in Economy Class, and the airline needs to upgrade someone to First Class, what is one way it chooses the lucky winner?  The upgrade will often go [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-get-upgraded-to-first-class-sometimes/' addthis:title='How to Get Upgraded to First Class, Sometimes' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/how-to-get-upgraded-to-first-class-sometimes/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>World Airport Transfer: Thrifty Transport Options to and from Airports Worldwide</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/world-airport-transfer-thrifty-transport-options-to-and-from-airports-worldwide/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/world-airport-transfer-thrifty-transport-options-to-and-from-airports-worldwide/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2009 20:17:25 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airport ground transportation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airport shuttles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[WAT]]></category> <category><![CDATA[World Airport Transfer]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=2046</guid> <description><![CDATA[World Airport Transfer (WAT) is a global reservation service for ground transportation, serving major cities on all continents. Since 1997, it has specialized in airport transfers to provide travelers with economical and hassle-free rides to and from the airport and city centers. Through www.world-airport-transfer.com, you can book door-to-door airport shuttles and private transfers in more [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/world-airport-transfer-thrifty-transport-options-to-and-from-airports-worldwide/' addthis:title='World Airport Transfer: Thrifty Transport Options to and from Airports Worldwide' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/world-airport-transfer-thrifty-transport-options-to-and-from-airports-worldwide/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Minimus.biz: One-Stop Shopping for Travel-Size Items</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/minimusbiz/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/minimusbiz/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 23:52:52 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Other Tips and Resources]]></category> <category><![CDATA[military care packages]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Minimus.biz]]></category> <category><![CDATA[purse-size products]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Travel Products]]></category> <category><![CDATA[travel-size products]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=1893</guid> <description><![CDATA[Thanks to Minimus.biz, packing for a trip couldn&#8217;t be easier.  This convenient online &#8220;department store&#8221; offers an amazing variety of products packaged in individual sizes which makes them perfect for travel, for camping, for your office, for your car, for your home, and for your purse.  And the great thing is that these products meet TSA&#8217;s [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/minimusbiz/' addthis:title='Minimus.biz: One-Stop Shopping for Travel-Size Items' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/minimusbiz/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>File Air Travel Complaints HERE</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/file-air-travel-complaints-here/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/file-air-travel-complaints-here/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 18:18:11 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[air travel complaints]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airline complaints]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airline safety]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Aviation Consumer Protection]]></category> <category><![CDATA[lost luggage]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=1337</guid> <description><![CDATA[If you are having a problem with a refund, lost or damaged luggage, have been treated disrespectfully based on your disability, race, or religion (or any other reason), or have any type of air travel complaint, &#8220;who ya gonna call?!&#8221; Well; first you call the airline. Give them at least one chance to make things [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/file-air-travel-complaints-here/' addthis:title='File Air Travel Complaints HERE' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/file-air-travel-complaints-here/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>New iFlyz Secures Mobile Electronics For Hands-Free Viewing During Air Travel</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/iflyz/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/iflyz/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 22:23:08 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Blackberry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[iFlyz]]></category> <category><![CDATA[iPhone]]></category> <category><![CDATA[iPod]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mobile devices]]></category> <category><![CDATA[SmartPhone]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=1335</guid> <description><![CDATA[This is a unique product that offers a helping hand for those trying to juggle a mobile electronic device while trying to relax on a plane trip. The iFlyz device is an in-flight, hands-free solution designed specifically for air travelers. The iFlyz&#8217;s suction cup firmly grasps any device relieving the strain of holding it for [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/iflyz/' addthis:title='New iFlyz Secures Mobile Electronics For Hands-Free Viewing During Air Travel' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/iflyz/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What is the Fastest Way to Travel?</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/what-is-the-fastest-way-to-travel/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/what-is-the-fastest-way-to-travel/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 00:55:28 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Car Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Other Tips and Resources]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bus travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[car travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fast travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[train travel]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=1311</guid> <description><![CDATA[In a hurry?  Then it&#8217;s time to make plane reservations; right?  Not necessarily.  When you factor in the time it takes to get to and from the airport, the time you spend checking in and then walking what seems like miles to your departure area, and then waiting for the plane to be boarded, etc., [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/what-is-the-fastest-way-to-travel/' addthis:title='What is the Fastest Way to Travel?' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/what-is-the-fastest-way-to-travel/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Airport Security Travel Tip</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/airport-security-travel-tip/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/airport-security-travel-tip/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 22:03:53 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Safe Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airport safety]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airport security]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Travel Scams]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=1274</guid> <description><![CDATA[While airport security people are viewing your valuable carry-on possessions with their X-ray equipment and eyeing you cautiously as you stroll through the metal detection area, a new crime is increasing in popularity. After you place your items on the conveyor belt which goes past the X-ray machine, keep an eye on them when they [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/airport-security-travel-tip/' addthis:title='Airport Security Travel Tip' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/airport-security-travel-tip/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Continental Airlines is Downsizing Its Carry-on Luggage Size</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/continental-airlines-is-downsizing-its-carry-on-luggage-size/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/continental-airlines-is-downsizing-its-carry-on-luggage-size/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 21:32:55 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airline customer service]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airline ticket fares]]></category> <category><![CDATA[carry-on luggage size increases]]></category> <category><![CDATA[checked baggage fees]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Continental Airlines]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=1268</guid> <description><![CDATA[NOTE:  While this post is a little out of date, the bottom line is the same, so I&#8217;m leaving it here. &#160; What with some airlines charging for blankets and pillows and even water to drink, did you think you saw the last of nickel-and-diming their customers?  Well, as of October 7th Continental Airlines began charging [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/continental-airlines-is-downsizing-its-carry-on-luggage-size/' addthis:title='Continental Airlines is Downsizing Its Carry-on Luggage Size' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/continental-airlines-is-downsizing-its-carry-on-luggage-size/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Life Vests Have Been Removed From This Airline; What Are They THINKING?</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/life-vests-removed-from-airline/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/life-vests-removed-from-airline/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:31:54 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Air Canada]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airline safety]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Jazz Airlines]]></category> <category><![CDATA[life vests removed]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Transport Canada]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=854</guid> <description><![CDATA[Did you hear about THIS one? In an effort to lighten the load on its aircraft, in order to get better fuel mileage, Jazz Airlines (a subsidiary of Air Canada) has come to the brilliant conclusion that using the seat cushions as a flotation device in case they, well, land in the water is enough [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/life-vests-removed-from-airline/' addthis:title='Life Vests Have Been Removed From This Airline; What Are They THINKING?' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/life-vests-removed-from-airline/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Aviation Consumer Protection Division of DOT:  Here is Where to File Air Travel Complaints</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/aviation-consumer-protection-division-of-dot-here-is-where-to-file-air-travel-complaints/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/aviation-consumer-protection-division-of-dot-here-is-where-to-file-air-travel-complaints/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 23:10:10 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[air travel complaints]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airline complaints]]></category> <category><![CDATA[airline safety]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Aviation Consumer Protection]]></category> <category><![CDATA[DOT]]></category> <category><![CDATA[lost luggage]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=627</guid> <description><![CDATA[If you are having a problem with a refund, lost or damaged luggage, have been treated disrespectfully based on your disability, race, or religion (or any other reason), or have any type of air travel complaint, &#8220;who ya gonna call?!&#8221; Well; first you call the airline.  Give them at least one chance to make things [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/aviation-consumer-protection-division-of-dot-here-is-where-to-file-air-travel-complaints/' addthis:title='Aviation Consumer Protection Division of DOT:  Here is Where to File Air Travel Complaints' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/aviation-consumer-protection-division-of-dot-here-is-where-to-file-air-travel-complaints/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>TSA-Compliant La Fresh Travel Kits Make Air Travel Easier</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/tsa-compliant-la-fresh-travel-kits-make-air-travel-easier/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/tsa-compliant-la-fresh-travel-kits-make-air-travel-easier/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2008 19:13:16 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Other Tips and Resources]]></category> <category><![CDATA[La Fresh Travel Kits]]></category> <category><![CDATA[travel-size products]]></category> <category><![CDATA[TSA-compliant products]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=427</guid> <description><![CDATA[These zip-top travel pouches include all the personal care items that a traveler would need, but in ultraportable, single-use, carryon-approved sizes.  The La Fresh Travel Kits alleviate the fuss of airline security lines and the expense of throwing away &#8220;oversized&#8221; personal care items because of the travel restrictions regarding liquids.  They are available in &#8220;His&#8221; [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/tsa-compliant-la-fresh-travel-kits-make-air-travel-easier/' addthis:title='TSA-Compliant La Fresh Travel Kits Make Air Travel Easier' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/tsa-compliant-la-fresh-travel-kits-make-air-travel-easier/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Lithium Batteries Are Not Allowed in Checked Baggage</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/lithium-batteries-are-not-allowed-in-checked-baggage/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/lithium-batteries-are-not-allowed-in-checked-baggage/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:08:29 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Safe Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[carry-on luggage rules]]></category> <category><![CDATA[checked baggage rules]]></category> <category><![CDATA[llithium batteries in luggage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[safe air travel]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=27</guid> <description><![CDATA[If you take spare batteries for your cell phone or laptop or camera with you while traveling, and you travel by plane, this is important for you to know. The bad news is that you may NOT pack any spare lithium batteries in your checked baggage, although you can pack an electronic device with the batteries [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/lithium-batteries-are-not-allowed-in-checked-baggage/' addthis:title='Lithium Batteries Are Not Allowed in Checked Baggage' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/lithium-batteries-are-not-allowed-in-checked-baggage/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>EMD Safety Bracelet:  Be Afraid; Be Very Afraid</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/emd-safety-bracelet-be-afraid-be-very-afraid/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/emd-safety-bracelet-be-afraid-be-very-afraid/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2008 18:00:13 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Safe Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[electro-muscular disruption]]></category> <category><![CDATA[electronic ID bracelet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[EMD safety bracelet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[homeland security]]></category> <category><![CDATA[terrorism and air travel]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=24</guid> <description><![CDATA[When I read that our Department of Homeland Security is actually considering making it mandatory for airline passengers to wear Lamperd&#8217;s &#8220;EMD Safety Bracelet&#8221; (aka &#8220;Electronic ID Bracelet&#8221;) on every flight, I was stunned and shocked (pun intended).  EMD stands for &#8220;electro-muscular disruption.&#8221; According to the Lamperd website, crew members would be able to use radio [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/emd-safety-bracelet-be-afraid-be-very-afraid/' addthis:title='EMD Safety Bracelet:  Be Afraid; Be Very Afraid' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/emd-safety-bracelet-be-afraid-be-very-afraid/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>If You&#8217;re Bumped from a Flight, They&#8217;re Gonna PAY!</title><link>http://thriftytraveling.com/if-youre-bumped-from-a-flight-theyre-gonna-pay/</link> <comments>http://thriftytraveling.com/if-youre-bumped-from-a-flight-theyre-gonna-pay/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2008 23:56:44 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mary VanMeer</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Air Travel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bumped from flight]]></category> <category><![CDATA[compensation for being bumped from flight]]></category> <category><![CDATA[what to do if you are bumped from flight]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://thriftytraveling.com/?p=21</guid> <description><![CDATA[Here is something you need to travel with &#8212; the knowledge that (as of May 2008) if you are involuntarily bumped from an oversold flight, the airline now has to pay you twice as much as before. Under the new rule, fliers who are involuntarily bumped can receive up to $400 if they are rescheduled to [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style" addthis:url='http://thriftytraveling.com/if-youre-bumped-from-a-flight-theyre-gonna-pay/' addthis:title='If You&#8217;re Bumped from a Flight, They&#8217;re Gonna PAY!' ><a class="addthis_button_facebook"></a><a class="addthis_button_twitter"></a><a class="addthis_button_stumbleupon"></a><a class="addthis_button_linkedin"></a><a class="addthis_button_digg"></a><a class="addthis_button_delicious"></a><a class="addthis_button_email"></a><a class="addthis_button_favorites"></a></div>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://thriftytraveling.com/if-youre-bumped-from-a-flight-theyre-gonna-pay/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
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