Airline pricing on the Rise

Passengers are complaining about luggage fees and other ancillary costs, while airlines are striving to turn their customers' attention to other charges, namely government taxes and fees. Revenue generated through the taxes and fees generally go toward airport projects, although some have nothing to do with the flight. This is particularly true for those leaving from JFK airport as they have closed the main strip for maintenance (4 months)--ugh!

Hawaii Reports No Damage Due to Earthquake Generated Tsunami

No one can be more excited than this writer from Contrino Travel to advise that there was no reported damage to infrastructure within the state from any tsunami due to the 8.8 earthquake off the coast of Chile and travelers heading to the destination can do so without any concern and need not cancel any vacation plans. At approximately 1:40 p.m. Hawaiian time on Sunday, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center canceled the tsunami warning in Hawaii. Hotels and other visitor-related facilities are open and operating normally. Most flights to and from Hawaii were reported on schedule, but there may be some delays and travelers should check with their airline before going to the airport.