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IMPORTANT CHANGES TO CHECKED BAGGAGE POLICIES

Unfortunately, due to record fuel prices, airlines have been forced to implement baggage fees to help offset the staggering costs.  Three large carriers now charge $15 for a first checked bag. United Airlines announced its new fee on Thursday, three weeks after American Airlines set the precedent for the charge. Later in the day, US Airways followed suit. Most U.S. carriers already have instituted a $25 charge for checking a second bag.  These fees will be collected at the ticket counter upon check-in.  

Packing lightly is a largely neglected art for most of us.  Now may be a good time to try it out.  You are still allowed to carry one piece of luggage on board with you (along with a personal item such as a purse or a laptop) free of charge.  If you can get by with one carry-on, not only will you save having to pay the baggage fees but you will eliminate waiting for your bags upon arrival and the risk of lost luggage.

Here is an overview of the fees as of today:

EFFECTIVE FOR TRAVEL ON OR AFTER: FIRST BAG SECOND BAG
AMERICAN Currently in place $15 $25
CONTINENTAL Currently in place no charge $25
DELTA Currently in place no charge $25
MIDWEST Currently in place no charge $20
NORTHWEST August 25, 2008 $15 $25
UNITED Currently in place $15 $25
US AIRWAYS Currently in place $15 $25

The above rates are each way and for bags weighing less than 50 lbs. a piece.  Heavier bags have higher rates.
There are exceptions to these policies, such as travelers in First or Business class or those holding elite status with the airline's frequent flyer program.  Policies may change at any time, we recommend that you check every time you fly.  

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TRAVEL NEWS UPDATES

AIRLINES ADD IN-FLIGHT TECHNOLOGY TO INCREASE REVENUE
Some carriers are adding in-flight email, live television and Wi-Fi access to generate revenue and please passengers who demand access to technology. However, experts note that airlines are still examining the business model for Wi-Fi service. "Airports are the No. 1 area for wireless hot spots," said Darryl Schoolar, senior analyst for wireless broadband at In-Stat. "People use them for business and pleasure. Airplanes are the next frontier."  So far, airlines have been slow to adopt Wi-Fi for in-flight service, even though passengers are hungry for high-altitude e-mail and messaging services. By providing wireless connections, financially ailing airlines could add some sorely needed revenue, and meet the needs of many passengers, analysts said.  (Seattle Times)
DISNEYLAND SAYS GOODBYE TO MCDONALDS
McDonald's Corp. is apparently no longer "lovin' it" at the "Happiest Place on Earth."  The three McDonald's restaurants at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim will close Sept. 2 as part of planned refurbishments, Disneyland spokeswoman Lisa Haines said Thursday. Disney has been promoting healthier eating habits for children since the fall of 2006, when it introduced new food guidelines for restaurants and others seeking to license its popular characters. The entertainment company pledged to make "nutritionally beneficial" changes in meals served to children at all Disney-operated restaurants in its parks, including eliminating trans fats, the notorious artery clogger that California last month banned from restaurant menus starting in 2010.  (Los Angeles Times)
HOT SHOWERS AND COCKTAIL LOUNGE ON DECADENT DUBAI JET
Emirates has tricked out a factory-fresh Airbus A380 with miles of gold-toned chrome and burlwood trim. The Emirates A380 is the eleventh A380 to roll off the Airbus assembly line. When its promotional tour is completed, it will be put to work flying Emirates' Dubai-JFK route.  The cabin interior is exceptionally hushed — a fact which becomes very clear when thrust is applied for takeoff. One of the coolest things about the A380s onboard video system is the real-time view it displays of the plane in flight. Passengers in all classes can choose to watch live video feeds from three cameras positioned on the exterior of the plane: A view from the top of the tail, a view forward from the nose, and a view straight down. 
This A380 was configured to carry a total of 489 people. On the lower deck, Economy Class has 399 seats. The upper deck was fitted with 76 Business Class seats and 14 First Class "suites." The Economy seats are reasonably spacious, and the in-flight entertainment system has a lot to offer. There's in-flight email and SMS, 100 movies on-demand, 50 on-demand television channels, 350 audio channels, and 40 electronic games.  Business Class seats are semi-private pods that offer lie-flat seats, a large-screen video display, storage space, and a personal beverage station. First Class "suites" offer even more privacy, burlwood trim, a large-screen video display, lots and lots and lots and lots and lots of gold-chrome trim, and a retractable personal beverage station.  Each of the 14 First Class passengers can enjoy a 5-minute shower in one of two private lounges, each of which looks vaguely like something one might expect to find in a Napa Valley golf club.  Two dedicated shower attendants clean and freshen the rooms after each use, and the A380 carries an extra half-ton of water to meet the personal-hygiene needs of these elite First Class passengers.  The upper deck consists of a bar/lounge area which is spacious enough and comfortable enough to encourage serious socializing as well as an attentive bartender pouring the drinks.  (Telstar Logistics)

TRAVEL AGENCIES SAVE YOU $75 PER ITINERARY ON AVERAGE OVER INTERNET SITES!
Topaz International conducted a comparative study of corporate travel airfares between travel agencies and various internet sites, including Orbitz, Expedia, Travelocity, and airline direct websites.  In 2006, Topaz findings show that business travel itineraries booked by a travel agency averaged $75 less than the same itinerary booked on the internet.  Each year showed that traditional travel agencies obtain a lower or equal fare over 90% of the time.  In addition, the average internet fare was the highest it has been since 2002. 

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MAKE YOUR TRIP BETTER USING 3-1-1
3 –1–1 on air travel = 3 ounce bottle or less; 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per passenger placed in screening bin. One-quart bag per person limits the total liquid volume each traveler can bring. 3 oz. container size is a security measure

For more details on how these measures affect you read the questions and answers on the new measures. Security Measure Questions and Answers

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Talking Travel

"Leaving Work Behind"

Many a vacation has been ruined with the worry of unfinished business left behind.  One poll shows 75% of executives call into the office while on vacation.  81% say it takes them three days to get work off their minds.  Don't fall into this trap!  Get the full therapeutic value from your vacation. Take our advice on leaving work behind.  First, make your plans in plenty of time to finish up jobs that may distract you while you're away.  Create a pre-vacation to-do list and stick to it.  Have someone you trust handle things while you are gone.  Always leave emergency numbers where you can be reached, but be sure and specify they are only to be used in case of an emergency.  Have someone sort your mail while you're away.  Also, make use of in-baskets to control paper flow.  Inform contacts inside and outside the business when you will be unavailable.  Clear off your desk before leaving.  This marks a physical separation to go along with your mental preparation.  Tie up all these loose ends and you'll be sure to have a much more relaxing and enjoyable vacation.


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