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🛫 New Perspectives Aloft: Unpacking the carry-on debate 🛄 As we chart new routes in the travel industry, the hot topic of carry-on luggage charges is reaching new heights. In this month’s newsletter, Silvia Frade Sosa and Enrique Olea Ballesteros go through the issue of carry-on limits, examining their worth, effectiveness, and the changing landscape of air travel. Our stance may add cabin pressure a bit: we support the idea that airlines can charge for carry-on baggage. ✈️👜 While the news headlines often paint a passenger-centric picture, suggesting that such charges are nothing but a nuisance, our team has dug deeper into the regulations and the underlying economics. Our conclusion supports a different view—one that recognises the airlines' prerogatives in this matter. This approach is not about penalties; it's about managing resources, space, and comfort—benefiting everyone on board. We present this perspective not to provoke, but to invite dialogue. So, let's fasten our seatbelts and have this discussion together—because the most enlightening conversations happen when different points of view share the same airspace. 🗣️🌐 What's your view? 💬🔗 Share your thoughts and let's keep the conversation respectful. Link: https://lnkd.in/dRVRu4MY #TravelIndustry #Airlines #AirlinePolicy #CarryOnDebate #ConstructiveDialogue #InnovativeIdeas #CustomerExperience

This week’s broadcast of Eye on Travel is from Los Angeles. Peter Greenberg has all the travel updates, including the latest suit from major U.S. airlines against the U.S. Department of Transportation over proposed rules requiring transparency and full disclosure in pricing. Geoff Freeman, President & CEO of U.S. Travel Association, on the continuing visa issues for people traveling to the U.S. and a substantial travel trade deficit. Adam Burke, President & CEO of Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, on the city's explosive cultural and experiential renaissance. And switching coasts: Fred Dixon, President & CEO of New York City Tourism + Conventions, on some huge tourism numbers throughout the city, not to mention Broadway. Boeing 737 pilot Dennis Tajer returns to the show to discuss the ongoing Boeing investigation. Last but not least, Christopher Elliott, Founder of Elliott Advocacy, talks about the continuing argument about airplane etiquette -- who gets the armrest and when to recline. There's all this and more on this week's Eye on Travel. Check your local CBS News Radio listings for times and stations in your area. You can also listen to the stream on PeterGreenberg.com at 10 a.m. ET on Saturday, May 18th. #travel #travelnews #cbsnewsradio #cbsnews #travelindustry #eyeontravelwithpetergreenberg #losangeles #california #radioshow #broadcast #podcast #airplanes #airlines #airlinesandairplanes #airlineindustry #travelupdates #travelandtourism

Safe travels, Casey! Love this video from one of our clients showcasing what it's like traveling with The Flight King. We were able to save her money on a last minute booking, while still allowing her to be able to travel comfortably in business class. ✈ #businessclass #firstclass #businesstravel #airline

Record-Breaking Travel Volumes Expected July 4 | AAA Newsroom - AAA Newsroom: Record-Breaking Travel Volumes Expected July 4 | AAA Newsroom  AAA Newsroom

Record-Breaking Travel Volumes Expected July 4 | AAA Newsroom - AAA Newsroom: Record-Breaking Travel Volumes Expected July 4 | AAA Newsroom  AAA Newsroom

Navigating the complexities of air travel can be challenging, especially with the unpredictable nature of flight delays, cancellations, and unforeseen changes. Yet, amid the chaos, there is a silver lining for consumers: the new Department of Transportation (DOT) policy on automatic refunds aims to streamline the refund process and enhance consumer protection. As we dive into the intricacies of these rules, let's explore how they're poised to transform the air travel experience for passengers https://buff.ly/4ceLfll #BeSuper #TravelIndustry #CustomerService #Airlines #CustomerExperience #TravelAgencies

What a great few days at the Destinations International Annual Conference, an exceptional event with lots of travel industry pros, fun networking, and lots of opportunities to talk all things #AI and the new Intentful solutions and introducing Undiscovered America TV. I left Dallas convinced that the future is bright and that there are a lot of smart people and great organizations leading our industry into an exciting future. However, the return journey brought forth a glaring contrast. As an industry professional, it has been disheartening to experience firsthand the systemic issues plaguing air travel today. My Delta Air Lines flight from Dallas to Atlanta was fraught with logistical issues, a lack of communication, and a disconcerting lack of contingency planning. A severe storm diverted our flight - an unavoidable situation - but what unfolded afterwards was a series of avoidable complications. Multiple contradictory announcements regarding deplaning, over four hours of delay on a hot aircraft, followed by a 90 minute wait for a gate upon landing at ATL after midnight. The ordeal continued with an overnight wondering the Concourses of the Atlanta airport & I wasn’t alone, the airport was packed. The silver lining in this episode was the Delta crew's professionalism and unwavering commitment to service, an attribute that we, as industry professionals, should consistently strive to uphold. Finally flying home this morning, I can't help but reflect on this experience. As travel industry professionals, it is incumbent upon us to acknowledge these issues and actively work towards solutions. We owe it to our clients and to ourselves to fix the problems with air travel, focusing on staffing, clear communication, effective contingency planning, and enhancing overall passenger experience. Because ultimately, the strength of our industry lies in our service. #TravelIndustry #Airtravel #CustomerExperience

Record-Breaking Travel Volumes Expected July 4 | AAA Newsroom - AAA Newsroom: Record-Breaking Travel Volumes Expected July 4 | AAA Newsroom  AAA Newsroom

✈️ There’s turbulence in the travel industry! Complaints are soaring as passengers endure flight cancellations, shrinking legroom, and more. But change is on the horizon. Learn about the innovations reshaping the industry in our article here https://lnkd.in/gGGCwG3e 🌍✈️ #CustomerComplaints #IndustryShifts #businessnews #SentToWinMedia

Mastering Summer Air Travel: The Price Strategy Advantage 🛬 In the midst of summer's air travel chaos, there's one key factor that can make all the difference: Pricing Strategy. Let's break it down: I. Overcrowding: Optimize revenue with dynamic pricing. II. Delays and Cancellations: Use pricing to manage demand and enhance customer loyalty. III. Pilot Shortage: Competitive pricing attracts and retains skilled pilots. IV. Windfall for Airlines: Profit from bookings with data-driven pricing. V. Congress Acts: Adapt pricing to align with new regulations. Price Strategy is the key to smooth skies this summer. Share your pricing success stories! ✈️📈 #PriceStrategy #PricingStrategy #AirTravel #Airlines #BusinessSuccess