When airline pilots travel as passengers, they bring a unique perspective from the cockpit to the cabin. And their fellow travelers could learn a thing or two about what not to do. HuffPost asked pilots what behaviors they always avoid when they fly as passengers. Don’t leave your shoes off when you go to the … Read more
As inspections continue into the door plugs of Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft following a blowout incident on an Alaska Airlines plane Friday, there may be air travellers preparing for a journey who are feeling nervous or even fearful of flying. But psychologists say there are ways to combat a fear that isn’t always directly … Read more
Alaska Airlines has grounded all of its Boeing 737-9 aircraft hours after a window and piece of fuselage on one blew out midair and forced an emergency landing in Portland, Oregon. The incident occurred not long after take-off and the gaping hole caused the cabin to depressurise. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: New audio from cockpit … Read more
Several major airlines are hosting Boxing Day sales, with domestic flights starting at $34 and international tickets at $145. Jetstar, Virgin and Qantas have discounted thousands of flights for a few days as part of the sales. Jetstar’s Day After Christmas Sale 48-hour flash sale has discounted flights across 85 domestic and international routes. Watch … Read more
Tired of the usual sights or craving a break from the travel herd? These five travel spots may be the getaway you’re looking for. Adventure travel company Intrepid Travel’s new “Not Hot” list is out — spotlighting overlooked travel spots around the world. The company’s annual list attempts to combat overtourism by helping travelers “beat … Read more
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The world famous Gateway of India monument in Mumbai, India was built during the 20th century to commemorate the visit of king George V and Queen Mary. It is located on the waterfront of the Apollo Bunder area of south Mumbai and is the city’s top tourist attraction. Darren Robb | The Image Bank | … Read more
A US airline policy catering to “customers of size” has recently gained support from its beneficiaries. The Southwest Airlines guidelines, which permit flight agents to offer complimentary seats to customers who need more space, have gained approval from plus-size travellers. Travel expert Jae’lynn Chaney told Fox Business the policy offsets “disproportionate” costs “super-fat” people incur … Read more
In the grand scheme of things, two and half years isn’t that long ago — but in the timeline of COVID-19, it’s a lifetime ago. Experts have learned a lot about the virus and its treatments since that time. Additionally, our pandemic world looks completely different than it did then. Back in 2021, a few … Read more
The resort hotel has 20 rooms which will be open for stays from Dec. 1, 2023. Source: The Bus Collective It only costs a dollar to ride a Singapore bus — but 398 Singapore dollars to sleep in one. The Bus Collective is Southeast Asia’s first resort hotel to repurpose decommissioned public buses into luxury … Read more
