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What airline mergers mean for consumers

By George Hobica and Kim Liang Tan
Nov 3, 2021 9:39 PM - Well, it's finally happened. We will soon have the world's largest airline -- that is, until Continental Airlines, US Airways and United Airlines merge with each other or with smaller partners.
Cancellations? Bankruptcy? What's an airline passenger to do?

By George Hobica and Kim Liang Tan
Nov 3, 2021 8:18 PM - It's been bad news for air travelers the last few weeks. ATA, Aloha Airlines, Skybus and Oasis suddenly ceased flying, and thousands of flights on Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines were abruptly canceled due to maintenance issues.
Northwest climbs aboard second-bag-fee bandwagon

By George Hobica and Kim Liang Tan
Nov 3, 2021 7:15 PM - Beginning May 5, Northwest Airlines joins Delta Air Lines , United Airlines and US Airways in charging $25 for a second checked bag each way.
Stay and save in U.S. Virgin Islands

By George Hobica and Kim Liang Tan
Nov 3, 2021 6:13 PM - The U.S. Virgin Islands (St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas) Department of Tourism is offering a Sizzling Summer Sampler that's meant to encourage longer visits.
AAA hosts Florida vacation for Cubs fans

By George Hobica and Kim Liang Tan
Nov 3, 2021 4:17 PM - From Dec.10-14, AAA (www.aaa.com or (866) 968-7222) will host an exclusive vacation for Cubs players and fans at Universal Orlando in Florida.
Vote for your favorite city

By George Hobica and Kim Liang Tan
Nov 3, 2021 12:22 PM - Travel & Leisure, Headline News and CNN.com recently opened the polls for the America's Favorite Cities 2008 survey.
For frequent fliers, cash-back cards make cents

By George Hobica and Kim Liang Tan
Nov 3, 2021 11:20 AM - If you're feeling let down by frequent-flier programs, join the club. Several times in the past few months, we've tried to cash in frequent-flier miles to buy both economy-class and business-class flights within the U.S.
Flights to begin from Rockford to Myrtle Beach

By George Hobica and Kim Liang Tan
Nov 3, 2021 10:24 AM - Beginning the week of May 19, Southern Skyways (www.southernskyways.com or (877) 235-9768) will introduce airline service to Myrtle Beach from Chicago-Rockford International Airport (www.flyrfd.com or (815) 969-4000).
Airline mergers likely to bring changes

By George Hobica and Kim Liang Tan
Nov 3, 2021 9:22 AM - It looks like some of the major airlines are seriously considering mergers, and this begs the question: Will it bring higher fares?
Earn extra miles or points with stays at Best Western

By George Hobica and Kim Liang Tan
Nov 3, 2021 8:23 AM - Members of Best Western's rewards program, Gold Crown Club International, will be able to earn double points or miles after completing two qualifying stays before April 6.

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