Consumer Traveler Today: June 3

Consumer Traveler Today: Delta: Gunfire and battles in the streets not enough for cancellation waiver
 
 
Delta: Gunfire and battles in the streets not enough for cancellation waiver
What we’re reading: 20% off rail travel, USAir merger possible, more booking business
DOT comes out swinging against airlines with proposed new bump rules and fee disclosures
Best bargain destinations according to the Brits
TSA’s liquid rules: So long, 3-1-1?
Don’t let too many car rental surcharges keep you from checking your bill
Delta: Gunfire and battles in the streets not enough for cancellation waiver
Posted: 03 Jun 2010 04:55 AM PDT
While gun battles rage in the streets of Jamaica, Delta Air Lines is sticking to its guns and still charging hefty cancellation penalties for passengers who choose to avoid the war zone.
       

What we’re reading: 20% off rail travel, USAir merger possible, more booking business
Posted: 03 Jun 2010 03:57 AM PDT
Ride the rails and get 20 percent off, US Airways merger probability is high, Business class travel on the upswing
       

DOT comes out swinging against airlines with proposed new bump rules and fee disclosures
Posted: 02 Jun 2010 09:18 AM PDT
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced proposed rulemakings regarding airfare and fee disclosures, bumping compensation, a 24-hour refund rule and tarmac delay extension to foreign carriers.
       

Best bargain destinations according to the Brits
Posted: 02 Jun 2010 08:30 AM PDT
These British vacation cost lists are fascinating. The British often serve as pilot fish when it comes to new destinations and are soon followed by U.S. tourists who are searching for bargains.
       

TSA’s liquid rules: So long, 3-1-1?
Posted: 02 Jun 2010 07:30 AM PDT
Passengers say the TSA has all but stopped screening their baggage for liquids. They say transportation security officers no longer ask them to remove lotions, shampoos and even water bottles from their luggage, and overlook all manner of liquids packed in their carry-ons during screening.
       

Don’t let too many car rental surcharges keep you from checking your bill
Posted: 02 Jun 2010 06:30 AM PDT
If you've ever looked closely at a final rental car bill, there's everything from a seemingly endless list of taxes to various "recovery fees." Most even have a small frequent-flier-mileage surcharge. None of these are even the optional fees such as insurance, damage waivers, extra drivers and fuel.