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British Airways Will Cancel 10,000 Flights This Holiday Season

Travel has certainly rebounded recently as many people rush to go on vacations that were previously put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve seen bigger crowds in Disney World, and Disney CEO Bob Chapek confirmed that attendance is up at Disney Parks. But with surges in travel come other problems — most notably, airlines have been having trouble keeping up with demand.

Thousands of flights have been canceled in recent months

Many airlines laid off staff during the pandemic when demand for travel was very low. Now that the demand is back in full force, airlines are struggling to bring back enough staff to accommodate all the passengers who want to fly. As a result, we’ve seen many flight cancelations, problems with lost or mishandled baggage, and other issues at airports. Now, one airline is canceling THOUSANDS of winter flights in preparation for the holiday rush. [Read more…]

Airlines Are Being Pressured to Update Cancelation Policies

By Samantha Kendall 3 Comments

Chances are you’ve heard about the complications within the airline industry, or maybe you’ve even experienced one or two yourself!

Orlando International Airport

Not only have staffing shortages caused airlines to reduce their schedules already, but mass delays and cancelations have also been occurring pretty much daily. The U.S. Department of Transportation had proposed new rules calling for airlines to provide cash refunds to stranded passengers, and now it looks like we’ve got an update on that proposal.

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Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life

By Cassie Agundes 1 Comment

*SIGH* Are you ready to talk about it?

Cinderella Castle

Alas, the “it” we’re referring to is air travel. DUN DUN DUN. Is air travel the bane of your existence this year? If so, you’re definitely not alone. Flight delays and cancelations have caused chaotic (or completely canceled) travel, bringing a tooooon of stress to vacations. But there are ways to help mitigate some of the issues, and hopefully, make for smoother trips.

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Over 2,000 U.S. Flights Were Canceled in Just Days — Here’s How to Prepare for the Worst

By Samantha Kendall 2 Comments

If you’ve attempted to travel by airplane recently, chances are you might have noticed it’s not as easy as it used to be.

Have you had any flights canceled?

The airline industry has seen its fair share of ups and downs lately, with staffing shortages, reduced flight schedules, and other factors playing into thousands of delayed and canceled flights. And now, it looks like airlines in the United States are suffering from mass cancelations yet again and signs don’t point to that changing anytime soon.

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Flight Prices Predicted To DROP This Month

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Travelers have been feeling the squeeze of rising costs on nearly everything from gas to airfare…

Orlando International Airport

…and that’s if their flight doesn’t get delayed or canceled entirely. It’s no secret that the travel industry has seen its share of ups and downs recently, but that hasn’t stopped people from globetrotting in record numbers. One travel app has predicted that airfare will significantly drop soon, which could mean even more travelers seeking to take advantage of lower prices. So, what does this mean for you and what could the future of air travel look like?

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You Could Be More Likely to Get a Refund on Your Flight SOON

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Since the COVID-19 pandemic, air travel has been complicated. Initially, a significant decrease in travel demand meant cheaper flight prices and more available space on airplanes. However, airlines experienced a surge in demand recently now that many people are more comfortable with travel. As a result, we’ve seen flight ticket prices increase significantly. And that’s not the only problem that’s developed.

Airplane seats

Airlines are struggling to meet customer demand, in part due to staffing shortages (a result of pandemic-era layoffs). Even the price increases haven’t slowed demand, and having fewer available workers has meant more flight cancelations and delays. Now, the US Transportation Department is working on a plan to address complaints from customers who were affected by canceled and delayed flights. [Read more…]

Over 1,000 Flights Were CANCELED Recently 😳 Here’s What That Means for Upcoming Travel

By Shelby Smith 1 Comment

With the 4th of July just around the corner, officials are expecting this weekend to bring travel to near pre-pandemic levels.

4th of July Crowds at Animal Kingdom in 2021

Many airlines are being forced to reduce, delay, or cancel flights as they face a shortage of workers, and with gas prices continuing to fluctuate, travel is still uncertain despite the high numbers of Americans expected to travel this summer. With a holiday weekend just days away, airlines are already canceling flights en masse, which does not bode well for travelers taking to the sky soon.

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Flight Cancelations, Inflation, and More Reasons YOU May Want to Rethink Your Summer Travel Plans

By Sara McOmber Leave a Comment

For many, this summer is THE time to travel, since vacations have been on hold for the past couple of years and now a lot of COVID-19 restrictions are being relaxed. We’ve seen some big crowds in Disney World, and tourist destinations all over the world are in high demand. But the itch to get out and travel hasn’t hit everyone, and even some people who want to get out and vacation are putting their plans on hold for a while longer.

Not everyone is ready to travel

There are still plenty of reasons to not travel this summer, including health concerns, inflated prices, and limited capacity at tourist spots. But what are the BIGGEST reasons why you’re staying home instead of packing your suitcase? We asked you on Facebook, and now we’ve got the results! [Read more…]

Passengers Stuck in Orlando as Flight Cancelations Continue

By Leigh Caldwell 9 Comments

It’s Day 3 of Spring Break flight cancelations at the Orlando International Airport. We know that some Disney fans can think of no better place to be stranded than in Orlando, but there are a lot of folks out there who just need to get home.

Orlando International Airport

Here’s a look at what’s behind all the travel delays.
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NEWS: Over 100 Flights Canceled at Orlando International Airport Due to Winter Storm

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Many people in the US are currently preparing for (or in the midst of) a huge winter storm that is expected to stretch from New Mexico up to Maine.

Dear Elsa, the cold is starting to bother us

This storm has already affected transportation in several areas, and some cities are planning an increase in safety protocols, such as Louisville, KY, which has closed all government offices today (Thursday, February 3rd). So how could this storm affect your Disney World vacation plans? Let’s take a look. [Read more…]

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British Airways Will Cancel 10,000 Flights This Holiday Season

Airlines Are Being Pressured to Update Cancelation Policies

Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life

Over 2,000 U.S. Flights Were Canceled in Just Days — Here’s How to Prepare for the Worst

Flight Prices Predicted To DROP This Month

You Could Be More Likely to Get a Refund on Your Flight SOON

Over 1,000 Flights Were CANCELED Recently 😳 Here’s What That Means for Upcoming Travel

Flight Cancelations, Inflation, and More Reasons YOU May Want to Rethink Your Summer Travel Plans

Passengers Stuck in Orlando as Flight Cancelations Continue

NEWS: Over 100 Flights Canceled at Orlando International Airport Due to Winter Storm

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