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DOT to U.S. Airlines: Make Flight Refunds Easier

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Delayed and canceled flights, lost bags, wonky WiFi: You can’t police these travel hassles out of existence, but standards can be set for how airlines will deal with them when they happen. Cash, please: Airlines may not substitute vouchers or travel credits for cash refunds unless the passenger specifically requests it. Right now, U.S.

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Entertainment and leisure industry veteran Steve Donnelly tapped to lead RWS Entertainment Group’s London office

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RWS Entertainment Group, the world’s largest full-service live entertainment production company, proudly announces the appointment of leisure industry veteran Steve Donnelly to the role of Director, EMEA and head of the firm’s European headquarters.

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How to Avoid Getting Banned from Flights in 2024

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We have all heard the stories of airline passengers gone wrong. Cohen, a partner at Cohen, Cooper, Estep & Allen, LLC in Atlanta, Georgia, who specializes in entertainment, criminal defense, and hospitality law, for tips on plane etiquette so you and your attendees can avoid being the next headline. Airlines Be Fixed?

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Airlines & Airports Say Yes Way to Rosé and Other Perks

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Some airlines and airports have come up with clever ways to win your loyalty by introducing perks so you won’t mind waiting around or flying a bit longer. Alaska Airlines is tickled pink. In honor of National Rosé Day on June 10, the airline is offering a sneak preview of their seasonal beverage service. Sip Rosé On Your Way.

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Top 10 Best Airlines in the World

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Long hours on a cramped aircraft with uncomfortable seats, mediocre food , lackluster entertainment options and substandard service can be a deterrent for many travelers. Luckily, there are a few airlines that make it a pleasure, rather than a chore, to fly. Best Economy Class went to Singapore Airlines. Singapore Airlines.

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Use Airline Miles to Book Etihad Suites

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Middle Eastern airlines have been adding high-end premium offerings as many American and European carriers are downsizing their own first-class areas. The prices are staggering—but earned airline miles now can be used to book them. Accumulated airline miles—not just Etihad miles—can be used to book the Apartments.

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U.S.-Based Carriers Snubbed by World Airline Awards

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Airlines based in the Arabian Gulf and Asia definitely have developed better reputations than U.S.-based based airlines, according to the 2016 Skytrax World Airline Awards presented during Farnborough International Airshow in England. based airline , Virgin America, ranked No. airline at No. airline at No.