Panama Canal Cruise

I just got back from a 2 week panama canal cruise aboard the Celebrity Infinity. If you ever have a chance to go on a trip like this do not pass it up. It was fantastic to say the least. We visited many towns in Mexico and Costa Rica and then we sailed through the canal. It is one of the 7 wonders of the world and after sailing through it I can see why. If you need any more information on this cruise please let me know and I will get it for you.

Southwest Airlines

Starting Friday, August 8, you can check in online and reserve your boarding position
beginning 24 hours in advance of departure. This a great feature that is now available on Southwest.

Lawsuit

Two states have filed a lawsuit against YTB. It seems that this outfit is only interested in pyramid type sales and the majority of people that join are doing it for only one reason and this is to get reduced rates of travel for themselves. Now some of these members are trying to run a legitimate business but there is only a few that are doing this. Just use caution when booking your vacation travel. Always use a good travel agent. Remember we have extensive hours of training and we are certified to sell travel.

Airline baggage charge

I thought it was just a matter of time before the airlines came up with a plan to charge more. Did you know that American is going to charge $15.00 per bag and $25.00 for the second check in. It seems like they had something planned with TSA because as you know you can’t bring much toiletries in your carry on so since you have to place everything else in a check in you will have to pay. I’m waiting for the other airlines to follow Americans lead. So much for frequent flier benefits.

Airline Charges

Well I didn’t think it would take long for the airlines to get on the bandwagon and start charging for the extra luggage. USAirways will charge $25.00 for the second bag. It will be just a matter of time before they come up with something else to charge us for.

Southwest

We just made a current trip on Southwest and did you know the seating requirements have changed. Southwest now ofers you a letter and a number for boarding. It worked well and it beats standing in line and fighting for position to board the plane. I think Southwest is working to become the carrier of many.

Airlines

United is announcing a new checked bag policy for customers who purchase nonrefundable domestic economy tickets.  Customers purchasing nonrefundable domestic economy tickets who do not have status in Mileage Plus or Star Alliance may check one bag for free and a second bag for a $25 service fee.  Customers who have attained Premier status or higher in Mileage Plus or who have Silver status and above with a Star Alliance partner, are exempt from this policy change.  This policy is for travel exclusively within the 50 United States, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands and Canada  and applies to tickets purchased on or after February 4, 2008 for travel on or after May 5, 2008.

New Requirements

Did you know that the cruise lines have a new requirement for boarding. Now you have to be at the cruise ship 90 minutes before sailing or you will not be granted access to board. Stay up to date on all new travel requirements. Check here often. I still you like to hear comments about this blog.