As someone that frequently travels with a large carry-on to help transport my photography gear, I'm a frequent user of some of Southwest's optional fees. Unfortunately, news that Southwest sends ancillary fees soaring puts into question how much longer I'll be able to do so, especially if and when my travels pick up again. … [Read more...] about Southwest Sends Ancillary Fees Soaring
Airline Fees
Hawaiian Airlines Raises Its Checked Bag Fee
Hawaiian Airlines raises its checked bag fee, following most other U.S. carriers. Unlike the others, though, Hawaiian's fee increase isn't being done across the board. Unfortunately, though, the new fees already went into effect on November 13, basically without warning. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Raises Its Checked Bag Fee
Feds Want Airlines to Pay Up for Delayed Bags
According to a recent Bloomberg article, the Feds want airlines to pay up for delayed bags. This fee refund is part of a set of proposed new rules. The aim is to make travel more fair by requiring airlines to refund checked bag fees if bags are significantly delayed. What "significantly delayed" means is anyone's best guess. According to Transportation Secretary … [Read more...] about Feds Want Airlines to Pay Up for Delayed Bags