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From the charming snacks in coach to the carefree attitude of the colorful bus and train operators and those whimsical days standing in airport lines, travel's more broadening than ever. Besides the sheer discomfort of modern travel, many travel promoters are downright fraudulent. The Federal Trade Commission has launched a major offensive against <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news/trip_trap.htm">travel fraud</a>. We have some helpful <a href="travel_scam_tips.htm">tips for smart consumers</a>. Tired of package tours? 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HP, Kirby Vacuums, Readers Digest, Expedia</a> Our daily look at consumer reviews <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/keeping-your-dog-safe-in-the-car.html">Keeping Your Dog Safe In The Car</a> Restraining harness is equivalent of canine seat-belt <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/gas-prices-fall-another-eight-cents-in-last-week.html">Gas Prices Fall Another Eight Cents In Last Week</a> Pump prices have steadily fallen since May 5 <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/free-vacation-scam-targeted-spanish-speaking-consumers.html">'Free Vacation' Scam Targeted Spanish-Speaking Consumers</a> Every contestant ‘won’ but vacations weren't delivered <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/video-u-s-may-keep-data-on-passengers-for-15-years.html">Video: U.S. May Keep Data On Passengers For 15 Years</a> Would apply to passengers traveling between U.S. and Europe <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/what-s-on-your-mind-new-millennium-at-t-cheap-tickets.html">What's On Your Mind? New Millennium, AT&T, Cheap Tickets</a> Our daily look at consumer reviews <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/price-of-gasoline-down-a-dime-in-last-week.html">Price of Gasoline Down A Dime In Last Week</a> States with highest prices see most relief <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/what-s-on-your-mind-whirlpool-united-airlines-wild-blue-ge.html">What's On Your Mind? Whirlpool, United Airlines, Wild Blue, GE</a> Our daily look at consumer reviews <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/gas-prices-not-expected-to-keep-americans-home-memorial-day-weekend.html">Gas Prices Not Expected To Keep Americans Home Memorial Day Weekend</a> AAA sees more travelers but fewer motorists, than last year <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/what-s-on-your-mind-ford-hotels-com-maytag.html">What's On Your Mind? Ford, Hotels.com, Maytag</a> Our daily look at consumer reviews <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/gas-prices-down-slightly-from-yesterday-last-week.html">Gas Prices Down Slightly From Yesterday, Last Week</a> Pump prices yet to follow market trends <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/what-s-on-your-mind-mystery-shopper-scam-american-mint-lenovo.html">What's On Your Mind? Mystery Shopper Scam, American Mint, Lenovo</a> Our daily look at consumer reviews <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/what-s-on-your-mind-justflowers-disney-cruises-ge.html">What's On Your Mind? JustFlowers, Disney Cruises, GE</a> Our daily look at consumer reviews <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/what-s-on-your-mind-gift-cards-directv-hotels-com.html">What's On Your Mind? Gift Cards, DIRECTV, Hotels.com</a> Our daily look at consumer reviews <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/gas-price-rise-stalls-just-shy-of-4-a-gallon.html">Gas Price Rise Stalls Just Shy Of $4 A Gallon</a> Today's price slightly lower than yesterday's <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/what-s-on-your-mind-liberty-mutual-litton-loans-spirit-airlines-kodak.html">What's On Your Mind? Liberty Mutual, Litton Loans, Spirit Airlines,Kodak</a> Our daily look at consumer reviews <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/average-gas-price-poised-to-hit-4-a-gallon-this-week.html">Average Gas Price Poised To Hit $4 A Gallon This Week</a> We're closing in on that psychological price-point <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/what-s-on-your-mind-extended-warranties-priceline-com-bank-of-america.html">What's On Your Mind? Extended Warranties, Priceline.com, Bank ofAmerica</a> Our daily look at consumer reviews <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/05/southwest-completes-acquisition-of-airtran.html">Southwest Completes Acquisition of AirTran</a> Merger opens up lucrative East Coast markets to Southwest <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/04/gas-prices-jump-another-six-cents-in-last-week.html">Gas Prices Jump Another Six Cents In Last Week</a> Average price just a dime away from $4 a gallon <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/04/gas-prices-up-again-this-week.html">Gas Prices Up Again This Week, Highest Since 2008</a> But the pace of the increase has slowed <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/04/aviation-expert-says-boeing-737-cracks-weren-t-supposed-to-happen.html">Aviation Expert Says Boeing 737 Cracks Weren't Supposed To Happen</a> The cracks raise questions about how an airliner 'ages' <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/04/government-orders-more-transparency-for-airline-fees.html">Government Orders More Transparency For Airline Fees</a> The changes are among new rules designed to benefit passengers <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/04/gas-prices-gain-another-eight-cents-in-last-week.html">Gas Prices Gain Another Eight Cents In Last Week</a> Prices rise despite a drop in demand <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/04/wells-fargo-testing-micro-chip-credit-card.html">Wells Fargo Testing Micro-Chip Credit Card</a> Experimental card is being offered to frequent overseas travelers <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/04/american-airlines-sues-orbitz.html">American Airlines Sues Orbitz</a> Last year's dispute spills into court <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/04/surprise-motorists-buying-less-gasoline.html">Surprise! Motorists Buying Less Gasoline</a> Cutback is reflected in credit card receipts <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2011/04/gas-prices-surge-higher-in-last-week.html">Gas Prices Surge Higher In Last Week</a> Supplies remain plentiful, if that's any consolation  <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/jet-blue-to-add-wifi-service.html">Jet Blue To Add Wi-Fi Service</a> Entire fleet to offer in-flight Internet access <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/continental-airlines-adds-onboard-meals.html">Continental Airlines Adds Onboard Meals For A Price</a> Airline eliminating complimentary meals on many flights <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/china-airlines-pleads-guilty-to-price-fixing.html">China Airlines Pleads Guilty to Price Fixing</a> Airline will pay $40 million criminal fine for illegally boosting cargo rates <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/southwest-airlines-to-buy-airtran.html">Southwest Airlines To Buy AirTran</a> Reflects consolidation in discount airline space <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/airline_tickets_ads_should_disclose_all_fees.html">Airline Tickets, Ads Should Disclose All Fees, Feds Say</a> Consumers can't find the cheapest flight without full disclosure <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/cheap_flights_airlines_report_fewer_flights_higher_fees.html">Cheap Flights? Think Again. Airlines Report Fewer Flights, Higher Fees, More Profit</a> Airfares, fees rise, but number of passengers stays about the same <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/boeing_plans_tourist_space_flights.html">Fly You to the Moon? Boeing Plans Tourist Flights Into Space</a> But will the semi-governmental experience matched that planned by Virgin Galatic? <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/hotel_rates_going_up_again.html">Hotel Rates Going Up Again</a> Bargains are fewer but still out there. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/airline_saddle_seat.html">Firm Offers Airline Seat With Even Less Leg Room</a> Seat shaped like saddle offered as way to squeeze more passengers into coach. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/tarmac_delays.html">Long Tarmac Delays In July Down Dramatically From 2009</a> Rate of canceled flights rises, but baggage handling improves <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/gas_prices_leak.html">Pipeline Leak Pushes Gas Prices Higher</a> Biggest surge in price found in Midwestern states <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/faa_pilot_fatigue.html">FAA Proposes Rule To Fight Pilot Fatigue</a> Feds see benefits to both pilots and passengers <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/gas_prices10.html">Gas Prices Show Little Movement In Last Week</a> Demand for gas is ahead of last year, but so are supplies. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/gas_prices03.html">Gas Prices Lower Heading Into Labor Day Weekend</a> Prices level off after recent drop but near lowest point of the summer. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/travel_sites_rates.html">Online Travel Booking Sites Not Always A Good Deal</a> Travelers can sometimes get the same discounts directly from hotels. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/09/dot_airline_guide.html">DOT Updates 'Fly Rights' Airline Consumer Guide</a> Pamphlet has the latest on bumping, baggage compensation and delays. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/08/gas_prices827.html">Gas Prices Fall for Another Week</a> Prices continue their decline as Labor Day approaches. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/08/gas_prices820.html">Gas Prices A Nickel A Gallon Cheaper</a> Fuel prices drop abruptly in last week. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/08/american_sea_fees.html">American Airlines To Charge Extra for Good Seats</a> Cost of travel rising for those who want to take luggage and be comfortable. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/08/gas_prices813.html">Gas Prices Level Off In Last Week</a> Economic factors fail to influence prices one way or the other. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/08/airline_baggage_suit.html">Airlines Keep Baggage Fees Even When Bags Lost, Suit Charges</a> Complaint demands refund from United, Delta/Northwest. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/08/airlines_delays.html">Airport Tarmac Delays Drop</a> Cancellations remain the same, despite dire forecasts. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/08/gas_prices806.html">Gas Prices Slowly Rise</a> Some of the season's heaviest driving may lie ahead. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/07/gas_prices730.html">Gas Prices Edge Upward In Last Week</a> But supplies remain plentiful, meaning prices should remain stable. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/07/gas_prices723.html">Gas Prices Remarkably Stable</a> Outlook for global economy keeps oil prices in check. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/07/gas_prices716.html">Gas Prices Move Up Slightly</a> But motorists continue to enjoy stability at the pump. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/07/airline_fees_congress.html">Congress Looks Into Airline Fees</a> Airlines argue fee system actually benefits consumers. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/07/gas_prices709.html">Gas Prices Start Falling Again</a> Ample supplies and skepticism about economic growth provide a break at the pump. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/07/gas_prices702.html">Gas Prices Holding Steady For July 4th Weekend</a> Concern over outlook for economic growth providing drivers a summer break. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/vt_timeshare_settlement.html">Second Timeshare Repurchaser Settles With Vermont</a> Customers of Timeshare Relief, Inc., to receive $91,000 in refunds. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/gas_prices625.html">Gas Prices Jump In Last Week</a> Chinese currency policy shift costs consumers at the pump. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/virgin_atlantic_tarmac_delay.html">Passengers Sweat for Four Hours On Connecticut Tarmac</a> But flight is exempt from paying new federal fine for delay. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/spirit_strike_ends.html">Pilots To End Strike Against Spirit Airlines</a> Walkout had grounded all flights. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/spirit_strike_grounded_flights.html">Spirit Airlines Grounded By Strike Through Thursday</a> Union says company not taking pilots seriously. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/people_to_people_professor.html">Professor Promoted People to People Junket Without University Approval</a> Latest gaffe by for-profit promoters hawking 'educational' travel. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/spirit_strike.html">Spirit Airlines Cancels Flights Ahead of Expected Strike</a> Pilots threatened to walk out this weekend. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/gas_prices611.html">Gas Prices May Have Bottomed -- At Least for Now</a> Oil prices rising again and could pull gas prices up with them. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/airline_rankings.html">J.D. Power: Satisfaction With Airlines Improves</a> JetBlue, Alaska Airlines again lead their segments. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/bp_oil_spill13.html">Gulf Coast Soldiers On As BP Spill Fills the Gulf of Mexico</a> New Orleans hosts its first, and maybe last, Oyster Festival as the oil slick spreads. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/pa_timeshare_settlement.html">Settlement Reached With Florida-Based Timeshare Company</a> BlueGreen Corp. will pay refunds, cancel improper contracts and change business practices. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/gas_prices604.html">Gas prices Dip Slightly In Last Week</a> But there are signs the pre-Memorial Day slide may be ending. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/air_travel_rules.html">Feds Propose New Consumer Protections for Air Travelers</a> Department of Transportation responds to growing consumer complaints. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/06/airline_safety.html">Despite Fewer Accidents, Growing Concern About Air Safety</a> A number of 'near-misses' reported in recent weeks. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/boomerific/2010/013_boomer_travel.html">11 Travel Tips For Boomers</a> It's important to take a vacation, even when you think you can't afford it. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/05/gas_prices528.html">Gas Prices Drop Sharply for Memorial Day Weekend</a> Pump prices down eight cents in last seven days. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/05/airbags_deployment.html">When Should An Airbag Deploy?</a> Computers using sensors analyze split-second data to make that decision. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/05/states_airline_merger.html">States to Review United-Continental Merger</a> Ohio Attorney General to lead the review. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/05/gas_prices514.html">Motorists Finding a Little Relief At The Pump</a> Falling crude costs produce dip in gas price. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/05/bp_oil_spill4.html">BP Spill Puts America's Third Coast On Edge</a> Oil is Louisiana's longtime benefactor ... and despoiler. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/05/gas_prices507.html">Gas Prices Creep Higher</a> Average price rises four cents a gallon in last week. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/05/cr_travel_gripes.html">Luggage Fees Top Consumer Reports' Survey of Travel Gripes</a> Rudeness among the 24 most frequent complaints involving airlines hotels, and rental-car companies. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/05/united_continental.html">United and Continental Airlines Agree to Merge</a> Deal creates the world's largest airline. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/gas_prices430.html">Gas Prices Up Three Cents in Last Week</a> Stronger dollar pushes up oil prices again, making gas more expensive. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/passenger_ap.html">Phone App Designed to Empower Airline Passengers</a> But law would need to be changed for passengers to make full use of it. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/swa_bumping_fine.html">Southwest Fined For Bumping Passengers</a> Feds say airline violated rules about informing passengers of their rights. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/airline_delays_regs.html">Airline Consumer Protection Rules Set to Take Effect</a> Regs govern a variety of items regarding tarmac delays, including lack of food, toilets. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/gas_prices423.html">Price of Gas Hovers at $2.85 a Gallon</a> Motorists are hoping fuel prices have hit their high for the year. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/tarmac_delay_rules.html">Airlines Lose Bid to Waive Tarmac Delay Rule</a> Carriers worried that construction at JFK will force cancellation of flights. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/pa_travel_operators.html">Pennsylvania Sues Travel Firms for Deceptive Promotions</a> Companies allegedly offered free gifts with lots of strings attached. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/airline_performance.html">Airlines Improved Performance in 2009</a> Flying fewer flights, carriers did a better job, researchers find. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/timeshare_alert.html">Be Wary of Timeshares and Interval Plans</a> Scams abound; consumers must do their homework before making a commitment. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/spirit_bags.html">Spirit Airlines Charges For Carry On Bags</a> Discount carrier says those who travel light will pay less. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/04/ct_hotel_prices.html">Major Hotel Chain to Stop 'Call-Arounds'</a> Connecticut AG: Will put a stop to anticompetitive exchanges of price information. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/03/int_roaming.html">International Roaming Charges Can Be Shocking</a> Consumers taken by surprise when they leave the country. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/03/bogus_bus_trips.html">Brooklyn Tour Bus Company Hit for Charging for Non-Existent Trips</a> Crosby Tours failed to provide trips to more than 130 consumers who paid in advance. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/03/virgin_delays.html">Nightmare Virgin America Flight Broadcast on YouTube</a> Social media company CEO documents ordeal on the tarmac. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/03/texas_travel.html">Texas Shuts Down Travel Club</a> Victims paid thousands for 'worthless' memberships. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/03/rental_scams.html">It's Vacation Rental Scam Season</a> Feds offer tips to avoid having your vacation spoiled. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/03/spring_break_scams.html">Beware of Spring Break Travel Scams</a> Shady operators often promise free travel as inducements. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/01/ca_ski_safety.html">Grieving Father Seeks Better California Ski Resort Safety</a> Accident leads to proposal to strengthen safety rules. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2010/01/airlines_improvement.html">DOT: Airlines Show Improvement in Performance</a> On-time activity, mishandled baggage ratings get better. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/cruise_woes.html">Cruising Not Necessarily Stress-Free</a> Horror stories from the high seas. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/carnival_cruise.html">Imagine! Our Man Truman on a Carnival Cruise</a> Truman finds the Imagination bawdy but, for most, affordable fun. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/airport_security.html">Feds Impose New Airline Security Rules</a> Emergency regs could slow getting through security. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/winter_storm.html">Airlines Scramble to Cope with Christmas Storm</a> Midwest could get up to two feet of snow. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/12/airline_rule.html">Feds Strengthen Airline Passenger Rights</a> Passengers have right to deplane during tarmac delays. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/airline_delay_fines.html">Airlines Hit With Precedent-Setting Fines For Tarmac Delay Incident</a> Passengers compensated for 'time and discomfort'.</li> <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/faa_glitch.html">FAA Computer Glitch Delays Flights</a> Problem fixed but delays continue. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/dot_ultimatefares.html">DOT Fines Ultimate Fares $600,000 For Advertising Violations</a> Company failed to state full fare to customers. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/aa_delayed.html">Straight-Talking Captain Calms Delayed Passengers</a> Not all flight delays result in airport mob scenes. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/delta_billofrights_hack.html">Passenger Rights Advocate Claims Delta Hacked Her Email </a> Says hacker accessed files to thwart passing legislation. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fuel_economy_guide.html">2010 Annual Fuel Economy Guide Now Available</a> Guide helps drivers save money while reducing emissions. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/baggage_rules.html">Airlines Warned On Mishandled Baggage Policies</a> DOT hits carriers for improperly limiting reimbursements. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/air_travel_misery.html">Misery Could Soon Return To The Airport</a> Rebounding economy will bring increase in air travel next year. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/09/fl_travel.html">Florida Sues To Stop Travel Scam</a> Victims told club membership provided free travel. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/09/airline_traffic_june.html">Airline Passenger Traffic Down In June</a> Decline continued for 15th consecutive month. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/09/southwest_boarding.html">Southwest To Sell Early Boarding For $10</a> But the rest still have to scramble for seats. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/08/ca_uhaul.html">U-Haul Pays $2 Million To Settle California Charges</a> State claims company ignored hazardous materials laws for years. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/08/dot_expressjet.html">Feds Exonerate ExpressJet In Minnesota Tarmac Delay</a> "Complete lack of common sense" responsible for incident. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/08/may_travel_declines.html">May Airline Traffic Down from Year-Ago Level</a> Variety of problems responsible. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/08/southwest_frontier.html">Southwest Ups Bid To Purchase Frontier Airlines</a> Bankrupt carrier faces auction. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/08/airline_fines.html">Three Airlines Fined For Violations Of Consumer Rules</a> Code-sharing, advertising violations cited. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/08/nightmare_flight.html">47 Passengers Spend Night On Grounded Jet</a> Fliers trapped because security screeners had gone home. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/08/airline_maintenance.html">Airline Safety in a Bad Economy</a> Cost-saving and safety always don't go together. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/dirty_beaches.html">Dirty Water Produces More Summer Beach Closings</a> Closing days top 20,000 for fourth consecutive year. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/airfares_drop.html">Domestic Air Fares Drop In First Quarter</a> Highest fare in Huntsville, lowest at Long Beach. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/american_bag_fees.html">American Raises Baggage Fee $5</a> Applies mostly to discount fares. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/p2p_missing.html">American Teens Go Missing on People to People Trips</a> Parents outraged at mishaps; company disclaims responsibility. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/airlines_diversions.html">After Diversion, Some Airlines Less Accommodating Than Others</a> Consumer group analyzed DOT data. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/southwest_hole.html">Hole Forms in Southwest Jet During Flight</a> Incident follows FAA inspection flap. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/aeroplan.html">Canadian Frequent Flyer Program Faces Class Action</a> Change in policy led to lost miles. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/tsa_clear_shutdown2.html">Ex-Clear Customers Mount Class Action Lawsuit</a> Sudden demise of airport security program raises privacy concerns. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/tsa_clear_shutdown.html">"Clear" Registered Travel Program Goes Dark</a> Company abruptly shuts off service for frequent flyers. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/expedia_lawsuit02.html">Expedia Hit With Second Class Action Loss</a> Company faces continuing litigation related to sales tax. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/faa_summit.html">FAA Vows Tougher Rules For Commuter Airlines</a> Commuter crash in Buffalo highlights industry's problems. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/faa_dot_oversight.html">DOT Inspector General Still Critical of FAA</a> Says agency is missing key goals to do its job. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/06/expedia_lawsuit.html">Expedia Ordered to Reimburse Extra Tax Charged to Consumers</a> Award is largest in Washington state history. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/ntsb.html">Buffalo Crash Hearing Focuses On Pilot Training</a> Investigators examine whether crew reacted properly to conditions. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/swineflu16.html">Swine Flu a Potential Problem for Cruise Ships</a> CDC offers guidance for crews and passengers. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/04/british_airways_suit.html">Lost Baggage Suit Against British Airways Moves Forward</a> "Reckless conduct" exemption cited as backing for class action. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/aa_wifi02.html">American Airlines Adding Wi-Fi To Domestic Flights</a> 300 planes will get wireless Internet by 2011. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/mass_transit.html">Mass Transit Riders More Fit Than Drivers</a> Walking to and from bus, train stops helps increase fitness. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/pilot_safety.html">Pilot Offers Advice For Surviving A Plane Crash</a> Simple tips can maximize survival. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/crested_butte_slump.html">Ski Towns See Hard Times On Slopes</a> Recession's effects felt even in mountaintop resorts. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/runway_safety.html">DOT Warns Of Airport Safety Issues</a> New report highlights problems on the runways. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/03/cruise_illness.html">Virus Hits Cruise Ship On First Day At Sea</a> Sick passengers deep-six voyage. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/jetblue_refunds.html">JetBlue To Offer Refunds If You Lose Your Job</a> The latest trend? First Hyundai, now JetBlue. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/02/airline_capacity03.html">Airline Traffic Descends as Economy Takes a Dive</a> Fuel costs less but where are all the passengers? <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/01/travel_disability.html">Travel Sites Agree to Improve Service to Disabled Consumers</a> Hotels.com, Expedia will add features for the disabled. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/12/delta_flight_cuts.html">Delta Cuts Flights in Slowing Economy</a> Airline struggling to fill passenger cabins. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/united_fee_scrap.html">United Scraps Hike in Second Bag Fee</a> Airline will offer discount on first checked-bag fee. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/11/delta_nw_merger03.html">Delta Alters Fees to Conform to Northwest's</a> Both carriers adopt fees for checked bags as part of merger. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/delta_nw_merger02.html">Delta, Northwest Complete Merger</a> $2.6 billion consolidation creates world's largest airline. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/mexico_alert.html">Feds Issue Travel Alert for Mexico</a> State Department warns of increased violence along border. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/09/airfares_increase.html">Average Airfare Rises 10 Percent In Second Quarter</a> Fuel costs push carriers to raise fees. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/08/travel_labor_day.html">Air Travel Expected To Fall Over Labor Day</a> High prices, service cuts take toll on vacationers. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/08/aa_violations.html">FAA Fines American $7.1 Million For Safety Violations</a> Agency alleges defective planes were flown 58 times after warnings. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/08/aa_frequentfliers.html">Frequent Flier Trip Rules Change At American</a> Airlines heap backdoor cost increases on fliers to pay for fuel. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/07/midwest_air.html">Midwest Air Slices 11 Stops</a> Soaring fuel costs blamed. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/07/delta_ads.html">Delta Sells Ads on Boarding Passes</a> What's next, pay toilets? <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/07/airline_safety.html">FAA Expands Runway Status Lights Nationwide</a> Agency hopes to reduce runway 'incursions.' <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/07/gas_prices278.html">Airlines Join Effort To Limit Oil Speculators</a> Market forces only partly to blame for high fuel prices, CEOs argue. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/07/usair_movies.html">Screens Go Dark on US Airways</a> Carrier scraps in-flight movie systems. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/07/southwest_canada.html">Southwest Turns North, Heads for Canada</a> International flights will be a first for Southwest. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/06/july4.html">AAA Predicts Fewer July 4th Travelers</a> Back yard looks a lot better than the gas pump. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/06/gas_rentals.html">Rental Car Companies Gouging Consumers with Refueling Fees</a> Maryland AG fights fill-up costs for rentals. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/06/airline_satisfaction.html">Service, Not Cost, Sours Passengers On Airlines</a> Survey finds satisfaction at lowest point in three years. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/06/airline_bags.html">United, US Air To Charge For One Checked Bag</a> Carriers still trying to chip away at high fuel costs. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/06/tsa_scanners.html">TSA's New Scanner Gets Up Close and Personal</a> Modesty sacrificed to security in new see-through scanners. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/06/airline_cutbacks.html">United, Continental Ground Jets, Lay Off Workers</a> Consumers will face higher fares, fewer flights. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/06/airline_debt.html">Oil Surge Sinks Airlines Deeper In Debt</a> US Airways ditches pretzels, American adds baggage charge. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/05/tx_travel_clubs.html">Texas Sues Travel Clubs</a> Clubs defrauded unsuspecting consumers, state charges. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/05/aa_bags.html">American Slashes Routes, Charges for One Checked Bag</a> First airline to charge for a single checked bag; fuel costs blamed. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/05/airport_satisfaction.html">Customer Satisfaction with Airports Dives</a> Report follows similar finding for airline satisfaction. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/05/airlines_satisfaction.html">Airlines Hit Seven-Year Low In Satisfaction</a> IRS scores higher than airlines in customer satisfaction. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/05/airlines_snags.html">Feds Propose Air Travel Improvements</a> Delays, baggage fees, fares targeted. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/05/ct_travel_scam.html">Connecticut Sues Alleged Discount Travel Scammers</a> 'Free' and 'discounted' travel were anything but, state charges. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/05/airlines_tank3.html">Air Midwest Tanks</a> 5th airline to declare bankruptcy in six weeks. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/05/rail_house.html">House Joins Senate in Boosting Rail Travel</a> More Americans riding the rails as gas prices soar. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/05/travel_ada.html">Protections Increased for Air Travelers with Disabilities </a> But travelers complain existing rules are often ignored. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/04/airlines_fuel.html">Airline Ticket Price May Surge To Cover Fuel Costs</a> Delta CEO thinks a 20% increase would just about cover it. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/04/airlines_bumping.html">Airline Bumping Penalties Raised</a> Getting bumped could put some extra cash in your pocket. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/04/airlines_amenities.html">Air Travelers Would Like a Few More Amenities</a> U.S. carriers fare poorly in survey. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/04/delta_nw_merger.html">Delta, Northwest Merger Faces Heavy Chop</a> Regulators, passengers, unions skeptical. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/04/tsa_cargo.html">TSA's Air Cargo Plans Questioned</a> Cargo companies would do their own security checks. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/04/airlines_tank2.html">Frontier Airlines 4th Airline to Taxi into Bankruptcy</a> Blames dispute with its credit-card processor. <a href="/web/20110603003519/https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/04/aa_maintenance2.html">American Groundings Create Chaos At Airports</a> FAA takes heat from Congress over safety oversight. <a 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