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CRUISE NEWS: Royal Caribbean Cruises Cancelled, NCL Ships, Severe Weather Forces Changes, & MORE! https://lnkd.in/ejs7f6eh #cruise #cruises #cruisenews #cruiseships #cruiselines #cruiseindustry #cruisehive #travelnews

Winter Wonderland: why European airlines are flocking to Lapland for winter Seasonal traffic flows are a well-known phenomenon in the European airline industry.  At the start of every summer season, airlines all over the continent, both scheduled and charter, gear up to fly millions of tourists from the northern latitudes to sea and sand destinations across the Mediterranean and the southern islands. To many, the allure of warm climates is undeniable, but some like it cold, too. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dz5EwjsT #AviationTalk #aviationnews #avgeek #aviation

IATA: Global Air Travel Recovery Continues: International air traffic in 2023 climbed 41.6% versus 2022 and reached 88.6% of 2019 levels. SOURCE: IATA: Global Air Travel Recovery Continues BY: eTurboNews | eTN #IATA #aviation #flight

It was great to share the news from our data at the Flight Centre Travel Group, that international airfares are trending down across the board. This is great for Aussie travellers with an average drop of 13%. More competition means increased capacity and better prices.   What does that mean? on average, return fares from Sydney to Bali last year cost $1010 whereas now the average price is $800, while the USA has dropped by $300 on average. I shared last week that Flight Centre is in the midst of its biggest ever sale with holidays, cruise and tours for up to half price off. While above are the averages for airfares, there are some cracking lead-in prices this month.   Thanks to The Australian’s Robyn Ironside and Ten News First’s Jayde Cotic who kicked off the coverage and all the other national publications who have helped us spread the word since. https://lnkd.in/eDG948BZ

Delta Airline is making travel easier with their new boarding process! According to a recent AFAR article by Bill Fink, Delta has changed the names of their boarding zones to numbered zones, making it easier for non-travelers and those with language barriers to understand. Here's what the new boarding order looks like: - Pre-Boarding - ZONE 1 (for customers needing time assistance and active military members, plus Delta 360 members) - ZONE 1 - Delta One or First Class Customers (formerly just Delta One customers, first class customers, and Delta 360 members) These changes are just one way Delta is improving the travel experience for all passengers. Check out the AFAR article for more details.

Winter Wonderland: why European airlines are flocking to Lapland for winter Seasonal traffic flows are a well-known phenomenon in the European airline industry.  At the start of every summer season, airlines all over the continent, both scheduled and charter, gear up to fly millions of tourists from the northern latitudes to sea and sand destinations across the Mediterranean and the southern islands. To many, the allure of warm climates is undeniable, but some like it cold, too.  Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dz5EwjsT #AviationTalk #aviationnews #avgeek #aviation

Canada’s airlines are an essential part of the dynamic tourism sector. But is the era of good customer service over? I like to think I am a savvy consumer, especially when it comes to spending and saving towards travel and accommodations loyalty programs. If you also subscribe to these programs, specific to your travel needs and wants, I’d highly recommend reading the latest NO RESERVATION blog post. I have been a loyal WestJet flyer and rewards member for more than a decade of world travel, even going as far as using credit cards to help me save and earn rewards efficiently. That time has come to an end. And a new flight plan has been mapped as I transition to Air Canada’s Aeroplan. The “why” is what matters most, and what I hope I can help other travellers discover for themselves. Choose loyalty programs wisely. And make sure you are the one getting value. Your loyalty is much more powerful than theirs. Because yours comes at your own expense. #tourism #people #blog #🛫

Are you flying out today? How savvy travelers plan for smooth take offs and stress free travel... ✔ Plan ahead. Try reserving airport parking in advance. Remember to arrive at the terminal at least 2 hours prior to your flight. Then you can enjoy shopping, dining, and people watching instead of running to the gate! ✔ Pack light. Think about shipping your holiday gifts ahead of time to save time at the airport by eliminating the need for checked baggage. ✔ Carry-on critical items! Think about all essential items such as keys, medications, electronics, and important documents and keep them with you. Any other favorite travel tips?

✈️ Flight got cancelled? Was your flight impacted by the global outages? Want to sue an airline? Discover the legal hurdles you might face! #delta #unitedairlines #flightcancellations #TravelTroubles #LegalAdvice #traveling #KnowYourRights #FlySmart #summertrip #TravelTips #GoodLuck

No-Fly Lists: What You Should Know About Federal and Airline Restrictions Booking a flight is a privilege, but it can also come with restrictions. Enter the world of no-fly lists — a topic that affects travelers worldwide. Let’s delve into the details of these lists, both at the federal level and within individual airlines. Read More... https://lnkd.in/dU3FgNHc #flyfiapp #airport #webcheckin #airtravel #flight #securitycheck #restrictions #airline #travelguide #traveltips #travel