| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Travel with leg in plaster | 11/22/2009 |
Q: I must travel from the UK to the US in a week or two. I expect to still be wearing a plaster cast on ...
A: No problems whatsoever to travel with a cast. When making your booking you can ask for a wheelchair ...
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| Samething as Patrick | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I have a friend that lives in Russia and she wants to visit me here in the U. S. Now she is telling ...
A: The answers is the same provided to Patrick... There is no regulation that says the specific amount ...
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| Baggage | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I will be flying Orlando to Atlanta on Air Tran, and then flying Atlanta to Paris on Air ...
A: Your bags may be checked through Atlanta if Air Tran has an interline agreement with Air France. If ...
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| Layovers | 11/13/2009 |
Q: Im currently in California and i'm going home on the 25th of November, I reside in New Zealand. I ...
A: By your description, I'm assuming that you are a New Zealand citizen an has a NZ passport. During ...
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| Unaccompanied Baggage | 11/10/2009 |
Q: I need to know the process of unaccompanied baggage for a student relocating from the USA to his ...
A: Some airlines offers such service with rates that can be very attractive rather than paying the ...
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| travel websites | 11/8/2009 |
Q: i am new to traveling. i have a basic question. how can a travel agency charge less for a (flight ...
A: It does not happen so often since some airlines still have to pay sales commission to the travel ...
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| Delta Sky Miles | 11/2/2009 |
Q: What is the best day of the week to fly using air miles? In other words, days least desireable to ...
A: Normally on the flights with a lesser demand the airlines offer more redemption seats. These ...
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| about baggage | 11/1/2009 |
Q: i am travelling from stuttgart to mumbai via istanbul by turkish airline. what is the maximum ...
A: Since you did not specify which class you're travelling, please see the information below: Checked ...
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| Interline of baggage | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I have booked the ticked from expedia from Dubai(Emirates airlines) to Edmonton(air canada) ...
A: 1. Normally the baggage is checked through your final destination since most of the airlines have ...
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| Is the stop en route a transit? | 10/24/2009 |
Q: I am wandering about one issue. Well, let`s say if somebody travels from Europe to New Zealand from ...
A: Lets get your country - Croatia - has an example. To enter Australia, you`ll need a visa, but while ...
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| Carrying Liquor | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I am travelling to India by British Airways. Am I allowed to carry liquor bottles from US? If so, ...
A: Adults may bring in not more than one liter of alcoholic beverages - beer, wine, liquor - for ...
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| Travel to Amsterdam | 9/17/2009 |
Q: Roberto, my wife and I are flying on KLM depart SFO KL6216 with stop in Detroit 22nd September, ...
A: Although the flights are KLM, in fact they are operated by its partner Northwest. You have to go ...
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| customs | 9/15/2009 |
Q: On my return trip from Lyon, France via Amsterdam to USA will I need to go thru customs in Amsterdam ...
A: If you have only one ticket covering the whole itinerary - Lyon/Amsterdam/Minneapolis - and the ...
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| layover times | 9/12/2009 |
Q: Is there a federal maximum layover time between connecting flights within the US? I was told by an ...
A: I checked the Air Tran's Contract of Carriage and I didn't find anything related to this. Therefore ...
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| traveling from Russia to the US | 9/10/2009 |
Q: My girlfriend lives in Russia and she is traveling to the US she was told that she would have to ...
A: There is no regulation that says the specific amount that a tourist visiting the US must present to ...
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| taking alcohol on to Egypt Air flights | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I have a client who wants to purchase alcohol in duty free, carry it onboard Egypt Air and have a ...
A: Any goods purchased after the security checkpoint does not require any screening. This is the case ...
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| Baggage Allowance | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I am flying in Economy class from riyadh Saudi Arabia to bahrain and then Bahrain to new Delhi, can ...
A: At Gulf Air the checked baggage allowances (total weight) are the following: First Class ...
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| Briefcase size or shape | 8/13/2009 |
Q: Is there any restriction on the size, shape or material of briefcase?
A: Normally the briefcase size must be fit in the the baggage sizer pannels that are placed on check-in ...
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| travel | 8/11/2009 |
Q: hey im jonathen 15 years old i was wondering if u can tell me what to do once im at the airport im ...
A: If you're not familiar with something that we call "Murphy's Law", let me introduce to it. Murphy's ...
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| private airports and passport control | 8/10/2009 |
Q: I'm writing a thriller, and here's one of the scenarios: Passengers charter a corporate jet to ...
A: In real world, a flight plan is not approved if the originating and the destination airports ...
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| travel | 8/10/2009 |
Q: hey im jonathen 15 years old i was wondering if u can tell me what to do once im at the airport im ...
A: Initially, you'll need to be at the airport at least 3 hours before departure. Then, make your way ...
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| short ticketing | 8/7/2009 |
Q: I am looking for a ticket to go from airport A to airport B and return. When searching ticket ...
A: Once you buy a ticket, you must use the coupons in sequence. Airlines are aware of such "tricks" and ...
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| Traveling with under 18 children | 8/3/2009 |
Q: I will be traveling with my son who is 15. Do we require any ID for him at airport security check? ...
A: The TSA (Transportation Security Agency) who is in charge of security at the airports, encourages ...
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| Intransit passengers | 8/2/2009 |
Q: My family will be intransit in the US for 8 hours. We all have US visas. Would we be allowed to go ...
A: You are probably holding a C-1 type visa. With it, you may stay for a maximum of 29 days in the U.S. ...
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| flight layover | 7/30/2009 |
Q: I am an Indian citizen holding us green card,travelling from Cochin(INDIA) to USA via Bahrain & ...
A: The way the booking was made, does not guarantee that the airline should be responsible for the ...
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| international traveling | 7/27/2009 |
Q: i have a question about international traveling..i have a friend who wants to fly to honduras but ...
A: At some airlines, ages from 15 through 17 years of age are considered Young Adults. No parents ...
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| Buying a ticket for a third party overseas | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I am sure it must be possible but can you confirm that I am able to buy a ticket for my parents who ...
A: Yes, you can. Just choice the way you want to do it (i.e. via travel agent or entering the airlines ...
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| Alcohol bottles | 7/21/2009 |
Q: Shall i carry whisky bottles in cargo luggage? Is there any limitations regarding the number of ...
A: Due to its nature, two things you need to consider on carrying bottles as luggage. First is ...
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| USA entry procedures with connecting flights | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I hope for your help. Our family have a first trip to the US. Our itinerary is ...
A: I took a look at the Detroit airport map, and according to it you will arriving at the North ...
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| Connection/baggage | 7/14/2009 |
Q: Gomes, on my last question I didn't specify the airport in which i will be making my connection. I ...
A: I do not if your area of expertise on this site is also related to air travel, but if not, please ...
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| one way vs round-trip | 7/14/2009 |
Q: Don't know if this is your area but you may know. I haven't flown in many years but at some point, I ...
A: Although I'm not an expert when the subject is fares, airlines normally waive any fees and charges ...
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| luggage allowance | 7/14/2009 |
Q: How much is the luggage allowance in Air India Flight from Mumbai/India to Nairobi/Kenya
A: Baggage exceeding in size, the sum of the 3 dimensions (length + breadth + height) in excess of 45 ...
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| Processing through customs with connecting flights | 6/30/2009 |
Q: My daughter is flying from Atlanta, Ga to Madrid via Amsterdam and Paris. How will the going ...
A: Provided that Northwest tags her bags to the final destination (Madrid) she won't need to clear ...
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| Hand Luggage Requirments | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you would be able to tell me what restrictions there are on items to take on ...
A: The security restrictions applies for liquids only and are based on a 3-1-1 rule: 3.4 ounce bottle ...
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| First time traveling alone :) | 6/8/2009 |
Q: it's my first time traveling alone so I'm a little concerned specially because I'm traveling for ...
A: After your landing you'll need to clear Immigrations where your entry will be processed and after ...
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| Traveling with alien card and passport | 6/5/2009 |
Q: My wife will be receiving her new alien card within the month with her married name. Her Italian ...
A: I tried to find on several websites an answer for you, but I did not locate any similar situation. ...
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| unaccompanied minors | 6/4/2009 |
Q: i incorrectly purchased two tickets for my 14 year old twin girls on the usair website as Adults. ...
A: You can try to bypass the error, but chances are 50-50. You can try to re-issue the tickets and get ...
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| Domestic travel | 5/31/2009 |
Q: Can I bring shave cream and deodorant with me in the flight from Miami to New York?
A: As long as you fullfil the 3-1-1 TSA rule for carry-ons you're ok. Its contents are: - 3.4 ounce ...
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| Finding out someone's flight history | 5/31/2009 |
Q: Is it possible to search a particular person and see all the places they have traveled to? My ...
A: Normally, airlines keep records of the last five years, but only the past day for agents to see. If ...
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| Carry-on luggage size requirement | 5/21/2009 |
Q: Next week we will be going to London. We are also going to buy some Carry on luggage. The airline ...
A: If I understood you correctly, you want to buy "extra" cabin baggage. If this is the case, you're ...
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| Minor Air Travel | 5/18/2009 |
Q: What ID is required for a 12 year old to fly accompanied by an adult?
A: According to the TSA (Transportation Security Administration), effective June 21, 2008, adult ...
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| passport name change | 5/9/2009 |
Q: I am planning a trip to Europe in a few weeks and don't know what name to book my flights under. My ...
A: Since you did not buy your ticket yet, book your reservations with your maiden name as in your ...
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| travel from Moscow to Toronto via Chicago | 5/7/2009 |
Q: I called American Airlines 4 times to ask thisWill my mother-in-law have to go through US customs in ...
A: If transiting via Chicago, she'll have to clear Immigrations, Customs, recheck her bag, and then ...
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| banishing a friend i had invited to come to Greece | 5/7/2009 |
Q: sorry for this long story of mine, i can't find a right volunteer to answer,perhaps you could It ...
A: It is not up to me and this is not the adequated forum to discuss Immigrations regulations and ...
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| bnishing a friend i had invited to come to Greece | 5/6/2009 |
Q: sorry for this long story of mine, i can't find a right volunteer to answer,perhaps you could It ...
A: It is up to the Immigration officials to determine if a particular person shall be admitted. ...
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| travel from Moscow to Toronto via Chicago | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I called American Airlines 4 times to ask thisWill my mother-in-law have to go through US customs in ...
A: The US Immigration cancelled a program that was called TWOV (Transit without Visa). Now any person ...
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| Flying. | 5/5/2009 |
Q: My husband and I are flying to Disney world in September. I have never been on a plane before and I ...
A: Airplanes are the second most secure way of transportation today, after the ... elevators. You'll ...
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| Incorrect Info | 5/1/2009 |
Q: Is the ticket agent responsible for passing on the wrong information? I was issued a voucher April ...
A: Normally vouchers have a expiration date printed on. If it's not the case and if you have the ...
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| Missing the connection intentionally in SFO | 4/30/2009 |
Q: I have a return ticket from PVG-SFO-SAN, all the way by UA. As I want to instead to going to San ...
A: In fact Mario, the ITI program is still in place at airports like MIA and JFK ... Dear Mario. So ...
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| airplanes | 4/27/2009 |
Q: is there a weight restriction on planes for the weight of a adult not luggage
A: Recently this issue came on news again. Some airlines are charging an extra seat of the passenger ...
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| Duty on used Digital Camera | 4/27/2009 |
Q: My parents are visiting my brother in the United States of America for four months now, and will be ...
A: On the Indian Customs page, at http://www.cbec.gov.in/customs/cs-act/formatted-htmls/cs-rulef.htm ...
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| luggage weight | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I am travelling London to Nairobi. Then internally, Nairobi to Lillongwe (Malawi,Africa). Then light ...
A: You'll need to take a look on your ticket from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar to check the allowed ...
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| 'In transit' CBP requirements | 4/20/2009 |
Q: My fiance and I are UK citizens. Part of our honeymoon in June involves travelling from St Lucia to ...
A: With the new (in fact not so new) security regulations, US Customs and Border Control changes all ...
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| air travel and catnip | 4/16/2009 |
Q: i am making a gift for a friend to take back home (from the usa) to his cats in england that has ...
A: Make sure that this item is on your checked baggage, to avoid any problem with security. As far as ...
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| carry on prescription medicine | 4/15/2009 |
Q: I have divided my prescription medicine into a set of pill boxes for air travel tomorrow. Is that ...
A: Please find below the TSA policy regarding medications: All medications in any form or type (for ...
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| USA visas (Transit ? layover ?) | 4/14/2009 |
Q: (Amy 8/12/2005 is closest, Michele 9/2/2007, and Josua 9/2/2006). My wife and I are South African ...
A: Yes, a visa will allow you to enter the US and stay for a period that will be determined by the ...
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| USA visas (Transit ? layover ?) | 4/14/2009 |
Q: (Amy 8/12/2005 is closest, Michele 9/2/2007, and Josua 9/2/2006). My wife and I are South African ...
A: On August 2, 2003 the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) ...
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| Passport Information | 4/14/2009 |
Q: My question is in regards to obtaining a passport. Is there anything that can prevent you from ...
A: In addition to reporting your Social Security Number to Treasury and using it in connection with ...
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| Passport Checking Policies | 4/12/2009 |
Q: which is good for Mexico, Canada & Caribbean travel. What I didn't know was that it was not good ...
A: Since I do not know who issued this passport card (and to be honest with you, it's the first time ...
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| Cheapest last minute website? | 4/9/2009 |
Q: Gomes. I am wondering if there is a particular website (or any other means) that can locate last ...
A: Although I generally do not answer questions involving best fares, normally the lowest fares are ...
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| carrier's online agent's error and refund | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I attempted to book a flight on Orbitz, with U.S. Airways, for a round trip ticket to Sarasota ...
A: Although your case is not within my area of expertise, I believe that you have significant evidence ...
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| Question/Cast | 4/2/2009 |
Q: My travel agent told me yesterday that my nephew could not fly on an airplane because he fell and ...
A: I never heard such thing. The only recommendation is if a cast was placed on a part of the body ...
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| change name on air line ticket | 3/29/2009 |
Q: I brought my self and my daughter-inlaw a ticket around trip from Philadelphia to N.C I paid for ...
A: At some low cost airlines you can change the name on a ticket for a fee, but on most airlines, and ...
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| transporting my dog to jamaica w.i. | 3/26/2009 |
Q: how can my dog into jamaica from the u.s.
A: Below are the regulations governing the Importation of Dogs and Cats into Jamaica: No dog or cat ...
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| food in carry on luggage | 3/17/2009 |
Q: can we carry a slab of corned beef (about 3lbs, uncooked, vacuum sealed and purchased at Safeway) ...
A: When it comes to bringing items through checkpoints, screnners seen just about everything. Traveling ...
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| japan | 3/15/2009 |
Q: We are a couple of seniors who will be having a 2-3 day stopover in Tokyo on our way home to ...
A: Altough your question is out of my area of expertise, check some links that I selected: ...
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| Flight Schedule Change | 3/11/2009 |
Q: I am booked on an AirTran flight and just received an email that the flight schedule has been ...
A: If you already paid for your ticket below is the refund policy. If not, you're ok ... Passengers ...
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| Alcohol into EU | 3/2/2009 |
Q: I noticed you answered a question about alcohol while back. Can you tell me what are the limitations ...
A: As of December 1, 2008, Duty Free Allowances for visitors from outside the EU have more than ...
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| VWP | 2/26/2009 |
Q: my daughter is returning to Australia next week from Canada and is transiting through lax airport In ...
A: Since she was previously approved her status should be ok. You can check it at the following link: ...
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| esta ? | 2/23/2009 |
Q: We have a family friend staying with us who is from Jamaica he arrived on a direct fight from ...
A: The ESTA system is only applied to nationalities that are covered under the US Visa Waiver Program, ...
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| Datum and CG | 2/15/2009 |
Q: I am still a little be confused from a Datum and CG. My questions is: Is Datum the prefect CG of the ...
A: The center of gravity of an aircraft is calculated after the weights and arms of all mass within the ...
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| change reservations | 2/12/2009 |
Q: Hey, I'm booking a ticket to Peru via Aeromexico. They want to charge me $840 for a one way ticket ...
A: The information provided about the fare rules is very poor and needs more clarification. I advise ...
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| medicine | 2/12/2009 |
Q: Can over the counter medicines in my checked baggage be put together in a plastic container(saving ...
A: If the liquid medications are in volumes larger than 3 ozs each, they may not be placed in the ...
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| transit in usa with a desktop computer | 2/11/2009 |
Q: I am in canada now and I just bought a desktop computer that I am planning to take with me next ...
A: Since the facility of transiting without a visa in the US is suspended, you'll need to clear ...
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| airport procedures related to air travel | 2/5/2009 |
Q: Sir, I got a Job in UAE, this month end I want to go there( Cochin - Dubai). Please tell me about ...
A: 1. Checked baggage Baggage exceeding in size, the sum of the 3 dimensions (length + breadth + ...
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| to change a return date | 1/29/2009 |
Q: Roberto, Is it possible to change return date after departure on international flight fare without ...
A: You'll need to investigate the fare rules and the associated penalties/fees involved in a date ...
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| visa waiver for U.S.A. | 1/24/2009 |
Q: I am currently traveling around the America's and have a query regarding the USA's visa waiver ...
A: On your trip to Mexico via Boston, you'll fill out a I94 green form that will be collected when you ...
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| award travel using us air partners | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I am a member of us air but want to Travel from rdu to Paris. How do I go about booking this with ...
A: The information on chart that USAir makes available on its website does not state if 50,000 miles ...
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| Changes made by airline to flight times | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I was hoping that you could help. My family and I will be travelling in June from New Zealand to ...
A: If your original booking did not involve a layover in LA, it is fair that the airline compensate you ...
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| ESTA for GREEKS | 1/19/2009 |
Q: I am trying to book a group of Greek athletes to New Zealand via the USA. They arrive and depart ...
A: Since Greece is not a participant country of the Visa Waiver Program, it means that all its citizens ...
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| 23-Hour Cairo Layover - Can I Tour Cairo? | 1/15/2009 |
Q: My wife and I are traveling in Africa in the next six months and one flight option for our return ...
A: You'll need to check if your ticket was calculated allowing this stopover. An airport tax for ...
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| 23-Hour Cairo Layover - Can I Tour Cairo? | 1/13/2009 |
Q: My wife and I are traveling in Africa in the next six months and one flight option for our return ...
A: Visas for Canadian citizens (which are required) can be issued on arrival, for a max stay. of 30 ...
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| selling tickets | 1/13/2009 |
Q: Roberto My wife and I bought tickets to see our daughter in Las Vegas in March. We bought them ...
A: Tickets once bought can not be sold. You'll need to investigate its fare basis and related ...
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| Non US citizens visiting Cuba | 1/12/2009 |
Q: If an Australian citizen wishes to use LA Airport as a transit point simply to proceed on to Central ...
A: You'll need to fill out on your return I-94 green (form used for participants of the Visa Waiver ...
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| 1st time international travelers | 1/8/2009 |
Q: My husband and I purchased a really inexpensive vacation to Costa Rica. We don't know where the ...
A: 1. You won't need a visa to enter Costa Rica, but a valid passport. 2. All information regarding the ...
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| 1st time international travelers | 1/7/2009 |
Q: My husband and I purchased a really inexpensive vacation to Costa Rica. We don't know where the ...
A: Since I receive questions from all over the world, I'll need to know your nationalities and ...
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| Green Cards and Biometric Passports | 1/6/2009 |
Q: My wife is a Swiss citizen and the holder of a green card. She went home to Switzerland last June ...
A: To re-enter the US, since your wife has her valid Permanent Resident/Resident Alien Card (Form ...
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| open return flight | 1/6/2009 |
Q: I want to go travelling to south east Asia but i would like to have an open ended ticket so i can ...
A: All you have to do is to made some research on the airlines (avoid other sites like Expedia, because ...
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| I-94 | 12/21/2008 |
Q: I'm planning to take a plane to Tijuana, and then cross the border to take the SAN-SFO-PVG flight. ...
A: Airlines must retain all I-94's for all foreigners departing the US regardless of the destination. ...
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| importing cat from US to Jamaica | 12/21/2008 |
Q: Roberto, Hello. I saw an older post addressing this question, but it seems as if the question was ...
A: I couldn't find the old post, but below is the information regarding yourAll pets must have an ...
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| travelocity | 12/18/2008 |
Q: Roberto, I book my Daughters ticket, with my as primary contact, and I ended up as the passenger ...
A: I made a exercise at the passenger name stage that you mentioned at Travelocity site, and I saw two ...
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| ALCOHOL IN TRANSIT | 12/18/2008 |
Q: I'll be travelling to Canada via Kennedy Airport where I'll have to go through US customs. How many ...
A: According to the US Customs information, each traveler is entitled to bring to the US one liter ...
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| custom duty on camera | 12/15/2008 |
Q: We are family of 3. My husband, me and a year old kid. We are coming back to India after 10 months ...
A: Acoording to Indian Customs information, the amount that you mentioned is correct. Although there ...
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| Transporting Alcohol Internationally | 12/14/2008 |
Q: I'm currently living in Germany and am going to visit my parents in the States for Christmas. I ...
A: According to the US Customs information, each traveler is entitled to bring to the US one liter ...
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| basic travel | 12/3/2008 |
Q: .i have been corresponding with someone in the u.k. and i am in the u.s. now they have e mailed the ...
A: Yes, you can call the airline reservations and reconfirm the flight itinerary either by providing ...
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| US VISA | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I have a US Visitor visa (class B1/B2). I'm supposed to transit through a US airport to another ...
A: Yes you can. The visa that you have allows you to enter or transit the US. In fact please allow ...
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| Airplane Noise | 11/19/2008 |
Q: I'm hoping you can answer a question that I've been wondering about for quite some time. I travel ...
A: As strange that it should be, the sounds that you hear may come from different sources. One of ...
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| Baggage | 11/14/2008 |
Q: Travelling by Indian Airlines - Chennai to Muscat IC 973. What is the maximum kilos allowed - ...
A: First of all, sorry for the delay since I had to make an unexpected trip. Answering your question, ...
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| about checked in luggage | 10/31/2008 |
Q: I flew through turkish airlines in september where on my arrival at destination my checked-in ...
A: Normally notebooks are to be carried with you hand cabin baggage and some airlines enforced this ...
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| Jamaica | 10/28/2008 |
Q: Mr.Gomez you write that the Russian citizen travelling to Jamaica needs visa, but don't you get that ...
A: In an answer made to a prior questioner, I stated that the visa is required for Russian Federation ...
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| frequent flyer membership | 10/24/2008 |
Q: Luggage allowance is higher for frequent flyer member - you used our BA member number when we booked ...
A: No reference is made for additional baggage allowance as a benefit in any British Airways Executive ...
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| Infant returnTicket and issue while we travel for return | 10/22/2008 |
Q: In middle of your busy matrix on US election i would request advice and serious review on the my ...
A: I prefer not to enter in the details whether or not the behavior of the Emirates staff towards you ...
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| russian citizens | 10/21/2008 |
Q: can a russian citizen traveling from moscow to jamaica have a layover at a US airport without ...
A: You have to go to the US Embassy or Consulate in your city. The same applies for Jamaica, since ...
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| russian citizens | 10/20/2008 |
Q: can a russian citizen traveling from moscow to jamaica have a layover at a US airport without ...
A: On August 2, 2003 the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection ...
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| dog transport regulations between U.S. and Jamaica | 10/20/2008 |
Q: Would it be possible to bring a stray dog from Jamaica into the U.S. as a pet? If so, what are the ...
A: According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...
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| Booking Name Error | 10/17/2008 |
Q: I booked 2 tickets to Europe on Lufthansa airline using Travelocity; unfortunately I made the ...
A: When booking online, clients are responsible for all the information provided. At Travelocity ...
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| Involuntary itinerary change | 10/15/2008 |
Q: My cousin and I purchased an United airfare through hotwire. The flight itinerary has been changed ...
A: If your original purchase involved a flight which times were changed by United, then you're not ...
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| Hand cast/Blood Clot | 10/13/2008 |
Q: I was just put into a lower arm and hand cast and am expected to travel to Europe in about 30 days. ...
A: There is nothing on the contract of carriage between passengers and the airlines that states that ...
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| Unaccompanied Minor | 10/7/2008 |
Q: My daughter is travelling to Manchester, Eng to celebrate he 18th birthday with her friend. She ...
A: As far as the airline involved is concern (probably Continental) they consider 5-14 years of age. ...
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| not valid after date | 10/7/2008 |
Q: Queation...is the YEAR date ever printed with the date in the 'not valid after box'As my ticket was ...
A: Gabriel, Like I told you before, only the issue date has the year since it is understood that if a ...
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| connecting flights | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I will have one hour from the time my United Flight arrives from Denver until my United Flight ...
A: Since you'll be traveling in one airline, United will be responsible to accommodate you if you miss ...
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| multiple airline international travel check in | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I am in the process of selecting flights to travel to Quito this winter. One inexpensive option ...
A: Northwest(NW) can check your baggage through Miami and tag it to your final destination Quito. This ...
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| Flights via USA | 9/30/2008 |
Q: I have dual nationality (Irish and New Zealand passports). Both are in the Visa Waiver Program. I ...
A: Anna, The responsibility of the US Immigration official or any other Immigration officer is to ...
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| Flights via USA | 9/30/2008 |
Q: I have dual nationality (Irish and New Zealand passports). Both are in the Visa Waiver Program. I ...
A: The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) enables nationals of certain countries to travel/transit to the United ...
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| entry to the US with a green card | 9/26/2008 |
Q: I am wondering if you would be able to help me with these 2 questions: 1. I am a Russian citizen ...
A: Below is the results from your query replied by Timatic, information sourced and provided by Iata ...
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| One way versus Round trip | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I work for a company that brings international people to the US. We currently offer round trip ...
A: As you know the J1 visas are issued individuals who take part in a wide range of exchange visitor ...
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| flight | 9/15/2008 |
Q: We are flying from London Heathrow to Orlando via Washington . On BA which allows 2 x 23kg checked ...
A: When making check-in with BA in London, ask them to tag your bags to your final destination Orlando. ...
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| gulf air | 9/11/2008 |
Q: sir,my wife and myself scheduled to go vacation on 1-1-2009 from dammam via behrain to kochi kerala ...
A: Like any other airline, Gulf Air follows Iata rules as follow: - Expectant mothers, in their 28th ...
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| dates on tickets | 9/7/2008 |
Q: In April 07 I flew to Australia with a paper ticket with Malaysian airlines it was changeable for ...
A: Sorry for the wrong information sent to you before, since I was confusing the concepts. The dates ...
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| Rebooking a group due to weather | 9/5/2008 |
Q: Approximately 45 people were to fly to the Bahamas this Saturday but due to the threat of a major ...
A: In my particular opinion they are trying to push you a cost that I believe is not due since you ...
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| Rebooking a group due to weather | 9/5/2008 |
Q: Approximately 45 people were to fly to the Bahamas this Saturday but due to the threat of a major ...
A: Airlines are not responsible for circumstances beyond their control (like weather) to cancel or ...
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| Baggage | 9/4/2008 |
Q: Good day! Thank you so much for the respond u made about the connecting flight. It helps me a lot ...
A: For tickets issued before July 1st, 2008 the baggage allowance is: - maximum of two (2) pieces with ...
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| dates on tickets | 9/3/2008 |
Q: In April 07 I flew to Australia with a paper ticket with Malaysian airlines it was changeable for ...
A: If the fare that you purchased was valid for one year (normally a full no-restricted fare) the ...
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| luggage allowance | 9/3/2008 |
Q: can i take a laptop along with 7 kg of hand baggage for my travel from cochin to bahrain?I have a 20 ...
A: I checked Indian Airlines website and only one piece of baggage can go as cabin baggage. They do not ...
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| viaje con menor de edad | 9/2/2008 |
Q: Roberto: Mi hijo y yo somos Peruanos pero residentes americanos desde hace 4 meses. Nosotros ...
A: It is always good to play safe, since regulations can change from one day to another and some agents ...
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| Baggage | 9/2/2008 |
Q: What quantity of alcohol (spirits) per person is allowed to be packed in our baggage to Aus? And ...
A: Since I receive questions from all over the world, I am assuming that you're planning to visit ...
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| How much time between ship and airport | 9/1/2008 |
Q: We will be taking a trip to Venice Italy. Our last day on the Mediterranean is October 31 and we ...
A: The Venice Airport Marco Polo is only 13 km (8 miles)far away from the Marco Polo Airport. A taxi ...
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| Itenary ticket | 8/30/2008 |
Q: Good day! Thank you so much for the respond u made about the connecting flight. It helps me a lot ...
A: You can go to the issuing airline office and ask for refund. Please note that some tickets (or ...
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| transit through usa | 8/26/2008 |
Q: My partner and I are travelling from Vancouver to Samoa via LA will we need USA visa's we both are ...
A: The Visa Waiver Program, allow travellers of the below countries to enter or transit the US: ...
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| connecting flight | 8/25/2008 |
Q: Good day sir. I made a reservation on american airline online. They sent me itenary shows the ...
A: Let's go step by step: 1. When checking in in Mobile, ask the American Airlines staff to tag your ...
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| Layover regulations | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I would like to know what air travel regulations are regarding hotel accomodation during a layover. ...
A: No. Only when it's in the airline interest, i.e., a promotional package to launch a new route, when ...
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| Layover regulations | 8/17/2008 |
Q: I would like to know what air travel regulations are regarding hotel accomodation during a layover. ...
A: For this particular itinerary, you will need to make you own arrangements for the overnight. Also ...
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| Travel to Europe | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I read with interest your article on the best credit card for air travel. My wife and I want to go ...
A: Sorry but I don't recall any article written by me about the use of a credit card. But answering ...
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| layover visa | 8/12/2008 |
Q: My boyfriend is a South African citizen hoping to vacation with my family (we are US citizens) in ...
A: Not only for transit the US, your boyfriend will also need a visa to enter Mexico. The US suspended ...
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| Larnaca - Athens after 4 hours delay. | 8/10/2008 |
Q: Three days ago I traveled from Larnaca (Cyprus) to Athens. The flight schedule was for 12.30am. At ...
A: According to Olympic Airlines website, unfortunately the Greek Air Code states that ... "6. Carrier ...
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| Abt Luggage | 8/9/2008 |
Q: Iam travelling from India to Jordan by Gulf Air (Travel by two flights). My question is Iam ...
A: The total baggage allowance for Economy class is 20kg (no matter how much pieces)plus one piece of ...
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| lay over regulations | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I am a nigerian national travelling on kenya airways from dubai to lagos via nairobi. The layover ...
A: In your case visa for Kenya is not required if: - continuing by same or first connecting aircraft; ...
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| lay over regulations | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I am a nigerian national travelling on kenya airways from dubai to lagos via nairobi. The layover ...
A: I checked Kenya Airways website and found out two flights from Nairobi to Lagos. You probably have a ...
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| Checked Baggage Food Safety | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I am a home canner and was wondering-do vacuum sealed mason jars of jelly retain their hermetic seal ...
A: Could you please confirm what exactly was not clear on the answer in order to allow me to follow up? ...
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| Bringing dogs to Jamaica from US | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I have accepted a job in Jamaica and am just now finding out they do not allow dogs in from the US. ...
A: Your comments about my answer seems to be very confused. The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) is the system ...
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| holiday travel | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I know that when traveling for Thanksgiving, most people choose to travel the day before, but what ...
A: Since historically Thanksgiving falls on a Thursday, most people take advantage of this long weekend ...
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| transits between airlines in JNB | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I am flying from Dubai to Singapore via South Africa. The first leg is DXB-JNB with Emirates ...
A: International arrivals and departures at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) take place at ...
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| use Delta voucher in China or cash back | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I bought a ticket through an agent for the flight from Kansas city through Atlanta to Argentina ...
A: Like a told you before, vouchers issued by airlines are non transferable and can be used only on ...
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| use Delta voucher in China or cash back | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I bought a ticket through an agent for the flight from Kansas city through Atlanta to Argentina ...
A: Regarding any ticket purchase, travellers/agents were supposed to be familiar with the fare ...
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| Air travel during pregnancy | 7/28/2008 |
Q: Till how many weeks can a pregnant woman travel to Singapore? When is it safe for a new born to ...
A: Almost all airlines, forbid domestic travel beyond thirty-six weeks of pregnancy and international ...
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| Flying abroad first time for business | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I'll be Could you provide a detailed answer to my question. I'll be travelling with 20-odd ...
A: First of all let me tell you that this question is my 500th answer on this site. The Schengen ...
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| holiday medical insurance | 7/28/2008 |
Q: My girlfriend is applying for a tourist visa to travel to Austria. She was told at the Austrian ...
A: Although this question is outside my area of expertise, I believe that the insurance itself it is ...
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| Airfare pricing/procedure during a death | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I will be brief, I want to respect your time. I am very close to a family, no relation at all. The ...
A: Unfortunately, last minute fares are always expensive related to the ones booked in advance. But you ...
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| Flight Cancellation | 7/24/2008 |
Q: My wifes connecting flight was cancelled from Vegas to DC. She is stuck in Vegas until the next ...
A: Initially what we need to determine is the cause of the cancelation. Weather and air traffic issues ...
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| health and insurance rules, traveling from benin to usa | 7/23/2008 |
Q: My fianance, lives in Benin, she is being told by travel agent, that any one traveling out of the ...
A: It seems very strange that a travel agent asks somebody who is permanently leaving the country to ...
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| lone parent traveeling to NYC with kids | 7/22/2008 |
Q: .. It's kind of you to do this service. I wonder if you might be able to help with this. I am ...
A: It is always good to play safe, since regulations can change from one day to another and some agents ...
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| 7 hour layover at LAX | 7/18/2008 |
Q: Hey, I hope you don't hate this question, but I don't know where else to go and this site has really ...
A: In addition to them, YMCA is located close to the airport at 8015 South Sepulveda Boulevard R. ...
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| under 18 international travel | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I want to go to turkey. I have a passport already and it's good for a few more years. I'm 17. I ...
A: There are some things I need to know before answering your question. 1. Which nationality you have ...
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| Airoplane Procedures | 7/9/2008 |
Q: I have always wonderd a few things about take off and landing and wonder if you can answer them for ...
A: Although this is not my area of expertise, I asked for the help from a captain friend of mine. Here ...
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| direct or 2-3 day stopover | 7/8/2008 |
Q: My husband and myself[71 & 69] are planning a long haul trip from Australia to London and return. ...
A: The experience of jet lag varies among individuals, it is difficult to assess the efficacy of any ...
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| direct or 2-3 day stopover | 7/8/2008 |
Q: My husband and myself[71 & 69] are planning a long haul trip from Australia to London and return. ...
A: This flight is particularly long (22:45 to 23:25 hours depending on the aircraft) with one stop in ...
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| Carry-on garment bag | 7/2/2008 |
Q: We need to fly for a wedding. I was wondering do you know if you can fly with a garment bag? Would ...
A: Depending on the aircraft type, such as Boeing 747/767/777, Airbus A330/A340 the flight attendants ...
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| connecting flight | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I will be travelling from Lyon to Buenos Aires via Paris. (connecting flight) My flight from lyon ...
A: If the AF website allowed you to make such reservation, it means that the minimum connecting time is ...
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| FIRST TIME AIR TRAVEL | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I'M TAKING MY SON ON A PLANE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 2 DAYS. wHAT WOULD BE A GOOD TIME ALLOTMENT TO ...
A: Since you did not state the origin and destination of your flight and if there is a connection ...
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| carry on restrictions and stopover | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I bought a bottle of whiskey in Japan, (Not at the airport), and had it wrapped. May I bring this in ...
A: Since your bottle was bought outside the "sterile area"(after x-ray inspection) you'll need to place ...
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| ARE WE THERE YET | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why do we get blocked ears when we travel by ...
A: Please inform which point at this answer was not clear. I respect your opinion but for the first ...
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| Delayed Luggage | 5/30/2008 |
Q: Recently, my son and I traveled to Vancouver, BC, specifically for a hockey tournament. It was a ...
A: Despite the fact that both sides made a mistake, I can't discuss the position United took, first ...
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| United Saver Business Awards | 5/26/2008 |
Q: The fine print on United's website says that a Saver Award holder can fly standby. I would like to ...
A: I would like to think that UA like any other carrier does not believe that flying empty seats is a ...
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| jamaica travel from russia | 5/24/2008 |
Q: i have a friend flying to meet me from Russia, in Jamaica. She is flying through London nonstop, so ...
A: Like I said (since she does not hold a transit to enter UK), she will need to show, by the time she ...
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| jamaica travel from russia | 5/23/2008 |
Q: i have a friend flying to meet me from Russia, in Jamaica. She is flying through London nonstop, so ...
A: I am assuming that your friend is a citizen of the Russian Federation. To enter Jamaica, she will ...
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| flying with children | 5/22/2008 |
Q: Good Afternoon Mr. Gomes, I am planning a trip from JFK to Miami in June. I will be travelling with ...
A: For fare purposes, passengers are defined as follows: Adult - Age 12 - 64 Senior - Age 65 and ...
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| Travel agecy refund | 5/19/2008 |
Q: Due to an unfortunate incident, 6 airline tickets were urgently required. Travelspan, a travel ...
A: The initial conditions set for the tickets are the ones that applies in this case. By conditions, I ...
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| International Transfers | 5/16/2008 |
Q: Just a couple of questions. I am traveling internationally for the first time this summer. And have ...
A: Transfers in Hong Kong involving the airlines you mentioned take place at W1 area in both ...
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| Open Ended Tickets | 5/16/2008 |
Q: I have to travel on business and my wife is very pregant on bed rest. My question is how can I get ...
A: Yes you can. You'll only need to purchase a full, unrestricted and unrefundable fare. To get a ...
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| days of week best to shop for cheaper fares | 5/4/2008 |
Q: I am looking for a fare from NYC to Athens and am flexible within a few days to travel the first ...
A: Like any commodity, airline seats have a fare structure which is determined by bi-lateral ...
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| Flight from Florida to Texas with 19 month child. | 4/29/2008 |
Q: First off thank you for taking the time to read my question! I have a baby girl who is 19 months. ...
A: For fare purposes, passengers are defined as follows: Adult - Age 12 - 64 Senior - Age 65 and ...
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| lost baggage | 4/26/2008 |
Q: Flight from guadalajara to fresno with a conection in LAX On april 22th I took a plane from ...
A: The last carrier involved in your itinerary is responsible for the proper tracking and tracing of ...
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| Cancellation of flights | 4/23/2008 |
Q: Roberto, Could you tell me something about the so called Rule 240? Can I invoke it to have my ...
A: Rule 240 supposedly offers fliers a remedy. When invoked, the rule is believed to make ticket agents ...
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| Passports | 4/16/2008 |
Q: How do I change the address of record for my passport?
A: I checked the US Department of State website and they have a chart that you can see on the link ...
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| pragnant lady | 4/15/2008 |
Q: right now i have 2 months can i travel u.s to india and can i come back when i have 6 or 7 months ...
A: First of all congratulations for the upcoming baby. The most complicated issue that may affect your ...
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| adequate layover time | 4/14/2008 |
Q: The last person I submitted this question to was "unable to answer". I'm not sure why (I thought it ...
A: Travelling on these days where the on-time operations is something uncommon can be very challenging. ...
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| Pet travel | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I have 2 mini longhair dachshunds. One 10.5LBS and the other 10.25LBS. Can I put them in one cage ...
A: You and the airline transporting your pets must follow the USDA regulations on the size of your ...
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| Change of Address on Passport | 4/8/2008 |
Q: My husband and I just moved into our first home, and our passports do not reflect our change of ...
A: I checked the US Department of State website and they have a chart that you can see on the link ...
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| Travel from Bulgaria to NY then Aruba | 3/26/2008 |
Q: My friend, Barb would like to travel from Sofia, Bulgaria into NY and then final destination is ...
A: The US Department of Homeland Security, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) temporarily suspended ...
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| Transporting a handgun | 3/24/2008 |
Q: Roberto, I am moving my wife to-be from Iowa this summer, and am flying one way from Washington ...
A: TSA recommends that you provide the key or combination to the security officer if he or she needs to ...
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| Flying with arm cast leg brace | 3/11/2008 |
Q: I plan to fly to Italy at the end of this month. I will have a cast on one arm and a leg brace on ...
A: Due to your condition, you won't be able to sit in an emergency exit seat, which has more space. ...
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| Info for Visit visa for Moldova | 3/5/2008 |
Q: I would like to know how to get a visitors visa for moldova for a week. I have a friend who is ...
A: 1. For Moldova you'll need to go to a consulate or embassy. Passport (must be valid at least 6 ...
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| Traveling with infants | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I'm traveling with 2-year old twins (international flight if it makes a difference). I thought ...
A: As useful as it may be tol your twins, it will be up to the agents at the security checkpoint to ...
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| SO SCARD | 3/1/2008 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why whenever I hear about a plain crash, I just ...
A: I believe that it is because of the magnitude of the consequences of a plane crash most people feel ...
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| disposable cameras | 2/27/2008 |
Q: The previous question was whether or not airport scanning equipment would destroy disposable ...
A: The equipment will fog any unprocessed film that passes through the scanner. If it's unprocessed, it ...
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| Airline tickets | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I was wondering your opinion on purchasing airline tickets. I always hear it's best to wait until ...
A: Au contrarie, the sooner you buy your ticket more chances you have to find the cheapest price. ...
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| transit in the States with minors with two nationalites | 2/22/2008 |
Q: they have both Mexican and Norwegian passport, we are going to Australia but we will transit in the ...
A: As you may know the US Department of Homeland Security, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) ...
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| alcohol to texas | 2/16/2008 |
Q: I am travelling Manchester (UK) to Houston TX via Chicago. How much alcohol am I allowed in checked ...
A: From US Customs website ... One liter (33.8 fl. oz.) of alcoholic beverages may be included in your ...
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| Weather Delay on first flight hooped family | 2/15/2008 |
Q: Good Afternoon, Me, my wife and two small children were supposed to fly from Williams Lake, BC to ...
A: If I understood correctly you issued your tickets using miles from a credit card. Since the ...
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| Baggage allowance | 2/13/2008 |
Q: Gomes Please inform me the exact baggage allowed on Kenya Airways for adults as well as ...
A: According to Kenya Airways information, baggage allowance in the economy sector is one piece with ...
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| Luggage allowance | 2/13/2008 |
Q: How is it that when I travel from Australia to any destination other than the US or Canada I am only ...
A: As discriminatory as it may looks like, the baggage allowance is set based on the bilateral ...
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| minor with alcohol | 2/11/2008 |
Q: My 17 year old daughter is flying to Florida in 2 weeks from New York and she is staying with her ...
A: The TSA staff, who is responsible for checking bags and docs at the checkpoints do not have an ...
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| Seek database with all (european) flights (codes) | 2/7/2008 |
Q: For my study, I am looking for a database (if possible up to date) of all european (or even ...
A: You won't find a particular website other than oag.com to give you all the data you need. As an ...
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| Change of address in passport | 2/5/2008 |
Q: Sir, I have a passport which is valid intil 2009 but recently i had applied for the CHANGE OF THE ...
A: So you have a new passport and again, I did not understand your question because you did not inform ...
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| Changing airlines | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I'm leaving Denver International on US Airways (Operated by United TED) and changing planes/airlines ...
A: United/US Air will not produce your boarding pass for the ATA flight out of Phoenix. There, you will ...
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| how do i | 2/1/2008 |
Q: is their a weight limit on bags
A: Yes there is. Depending on the itinerary, airlines set up a weight concept (up to 23 kilos) or ...
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| alcoholic beverages | 1/30/2008 |
Q: can't I carry un-opened, sealed alcoholic miniture bottles (less than 3 oz) in a plastic bag in my ...
A: I checked my records and I did not see that I answered this question to you before. The TSA' 3-1-1 ...
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| Change of address in passport | 1/29/2008 |
Q: Sir, I have a passport which is valid intil 2009 but recently i had applied for the CHANGE OF THE ...
A: I did not understand your question. You stated that you have an "old" still valid passport with a ...
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| is this country on arrival visa for indian | 1/24/2008 |
Q: I am holding Indian Passport and i am anxious to know that is this countries where for an Indian ...
A: 1. For ALBANIA Passport required (must be valid at least 6 months beyond date of entry). Visa ...
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| Liquid medications | 1/24/2008 |
Q: My fiance is going to visit me in the philippines this year and he wanted to bring his liquid ...
A: Since the Philippines Customs site does not contain the information you asked, please contact them ...
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| is this country on arrival visa | 1/24/2008 |
Q: I am holding Indian Passport and i am anxious to know that is this countries where for an Indian ...
A: I did not understand your question. If you hold an Indian passport you don't need an Indian visa. ...
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| Can You Leave the Airport for good during a Layover? | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I live in Cincinnati and need to travel to Phoenix next month on business. In trying to save money, ...
A: Yes you can, but you won't be able to fly again with the same ticket. Please advise ground staff ...
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| Layovers, Plane Changes | 1/23/2008 |
Q: I'm planning flights from SEA to BWI. I will be a first time flier and came across some terms I ...
A: Since many factors can interfere with travel plans, my advice to you is to play safe. First, choose ...
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| Infant classification and pricing | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I would like to know at what age is a child considered an infant and what are the pricing and ...
A: Normally, for the purposes of air travel, infant age is defined as from zero to two years of age, ...
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| Layover Doubts and Questions; | 1/20/2008 |
Q: Planning to fly out to Singapore via Dubai with EK in the summer. Our flight arrives at midnight and ...
A: Below is the entry/transit requirements regarding your itinerary: National UNITED KINGDOM (GREAT ...
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| Layover Doubts and Questions; | 1/20/2008 |
Q: Planning to fly out to Singapore via Dubai with EK in the summer. Our flight arrives at midnight and ...
A: The airline is not responsible for this connection. Only if they misconnect you. For this particular ...
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| Traveling to the Dominican with a prior DUI | 1/17/2008 |
Q: Hola Roberto, I recently learned about a ridiculous Canadian regulation where they won't let a ...
A: DUI is responsible for the killing of several people everyday around the world. Therefore, all ...
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| stand-by and Australian Visa | 1/15/2008 |
Q: My wife and I are going for our honeymoon in New Zealand. We are flying stand by and therefore may ...
A: What will happen if you find all flights full? Remember that stand-by tickets are not endorsable. ...
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| stand-by and Australian Visa | 1/15/2008 |
Q: My wife and I are going for our honeymoon in New Zealand. We are flying stand by and therefore may ...
A: I am assuming that both you and your future wife hold an US passport. If not please let me know. ...
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| What I can take on the plane | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I'll need to bring Static Guard which is an aerosol spray and was wondering if I can put this in my ...
A: As mentioned before, you can take onboard combined items which can not exceed the 3oz limit. But if ...
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| What I can take on the plane | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I'll need to bring Static Guard which is an aerosol spray and was wondering if I can put this in my ...
A: Below are the current Transportation Security Agency (TSA) regulations regarding carry-on baggage ...
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| Bringing medicines to philippines of usa travellers | 1/13/2008 |
Q: Where can i find the lists of allowed medicines to be brought here from a usa traveller? What are ...
A: Since Philippines customs webpage does not list all the regulations that cover you issue, the best ...
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| Flying into the USA | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I hope you can help me with this... I am planning to visit friends in Charlotte, NC in February, and ...
A: All the Immigration and Customs procedures take place at the first US point of entry, i.e. ...
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| death in family | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I am just wanting to know what would I do if I had a death in the family (dad is 83).I am in Indiana ...
A: I believe that your fastest option is with American Airlines. From Evansville you'll fly to ...
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| air travel rules during pregnency | 12/14/2007 |
Q: i have to go INDIA from CA,USA.can i travel in my 1st month of pregnancy?someone told me that ...
A: Please see below the Air India's rules regarding pregnancy. * An expectant mother may be ...
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| dog flying to lihue kauai | 12/9/2007 |
Q: It is relatively new to fly your pet directly to Lihue Kauai. I am fulfilling all of the quarantine ...
A: The problem lies on the fact that all airlines use Honolulu as a hub to distribute traffic to/from ...
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| Bringing Alcohol back to the states | 12/9/2007 |
Q: I'm stationed in germany, and i'm flying back to the states at the end of december. I was wondering ...
A: Please find below the related US Customs information: Alcoholic Beverages One liter (33.8 fl. oz.) ...
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| Continental cancels flight. Any recourse? | 12/8/2007 |
Q: We had a flight on Continental to Houston and then on to San Jose, all from Tulsa. Our flight from ...
A: Continental made all the arrangements contained in the Contract of Carriage, specially on the rule ...
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| Indian Passport | 12/3/2007 |
Q: Respected Sir,, I am holding Indian Passport and i am anxious to know that which ...
A: However I did not understand the rate given regarding clarity of the response and knowlegde of the ...
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| Best Frequent Flyer Program | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I have just recently acquired a position with my company that is going to require me to do a lot of ...
A: A very good friend of mine just wrote an article not so long ago, which I reproduce below that can ...
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| wrapped gifts | 12/1/2007 |
Q: Can you fly with wrapped gifts in your checked baggage? How about in your carryon baggage?
A: Yes you can. But make sure that is properly package specially on your checked baggage, since due ...
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| Check in deadline | 11/26/2007 |
Q: Airlines advice arriving at the airport 1 hour early for a domestic flight and 2 hours early for ...
A: All regulations refer to the scheduled time of departure, i.e. the original departure time known ...
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| travel with a 2 year old | 11/26/2007 |
Q: we are going to CA and I need advice on traveling with my son. Ticket pricing for him, how many bags ...
A: If your child is under 2 years of age, he/she can travel in your lap for free domestically in the US ...
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| Delta U Class and SkyMiles | 11/21/2007 |
Q: I was wondering what it meant to be in the "U" class when reserving a seat on a Delta flight (From ...
A: U Class stands for one of restricted economic fares which Delta uses. Other sub-classes in this ...
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| travel time | 11/17/2007 |
Q: What is the travel time between O'Hare Intl Arpt, Chicago and Heathrow, London? What time will it ...
A: From Chicago to Heathrow it takes about 7 hours and 50 minutes of flying time. From Heathrow you ...
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| regarding emergencies on board | 11/14/2007 |
Q: what are the pre-flight checks done on board regarding emergencies before take off?
A: Normally, before flight the following checks must be done: Ground Checks Before the pilot starts ...
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| Miles AA and Lan | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I will travel from Guarulhos São Paulo BRZ (GRU) to Kahului Maui USA (OGG) by AA, i want to use this ...
A: I understood that you'll use the miles you'll received from your Sao Paulo-Maui trip on a Sao ...
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| Air miles | 10/15/2007 |
Q: Is it possible at all to add miles AFTER i travelled? Once i forgot my membership number on a ...
A: You'll need to contact Air Canada directly to solve this issue since regulations vary from one ...
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| travellors baggage | 10/2/2007 |
Q: Good day Roberto, I am travelling to Katmandu, Nepal from Toronto, Canada on my way I will arrive ...
A: In order to answer your question, I need to know two things: 1. Was your airline ticket issue all ...
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| United Economy Access Plus | 10/2/2007 |
Q: I hope that you can help me outhere, I have seen that United offer a class called Economy Access ...
A: SEAT PITCH is the distance between a row of seats - the measurement from the same position on two ...
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| Delta left me stranded | 9/17/2007 |
Q: Delta cancelled our flight for a vacation to Ecuador 30 minutes before departure from Kentucky. We ...
A: I never saw such a thing like this either. While Delta has a comprehensive detailed information ...
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| mexico travel | 9/2/2007 |
Q: i am considering traveling to mexico in the next couple of weeks or months, i have been to Cancun 5 ...
A: Yes you will need a passport since the US Government issued The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative ...
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| airline credit | 9/2/2007 |
Q: ABOUT 5YRS AGO I TRAVELED ON AMERICAN AIRLINES AND ENCOUNTER SO MANY PROBLEMS BETWEEN FLIGHT ...
A: You can try to write AA back, but I believe that since 5 years have passed by, your chances to ...
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| VACUUM STORAGE BAGS | 9/2/2007 |
Q: GOMES, I AM TRAVELING FROM ISLIP NY TO ORLANDO FOR A FAMILY DISNEY VACATION AND I WAS WONDERING CAN ...
A: The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) will only open your checked and carry-on bags if they see a ...
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| FAA responsibilites | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I was traveling through JFK en route to Augusta, Georgia, by way of Atlanta on June 8. There was a ...
A: Airlines in their "Bill of Rights" consider circumstances outside any airline control to be called ...
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| Rules and regulations for Flights within the US. | 8/24/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me the size allowed for carry-ons aboard a flight? Also are there rules stating ...
A: Carry-on bag dimensions should not be more than 9" x 14" x 22" (length + width + height) or 45 ...
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| Infant Travel! | 8/23/2007 |
Q: i am planning on travelling from UK to Pakistan wid my 1 year 8 months old son, my question is if i ...
A: No you won't have to pay any additional charges, since your trip - and therefore - your contract ...
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| Unaccompanied Minor | 8/22/2007 |
Q: How do I get my 13 year old safely from DC to Tampa on US Air as an unaccompanied minor? Her Mother ...
A: According to US Air web site ... Drop Off "In domestic U.S. cities only, parents/guardians may ...
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| IATA rules | 8/16/2007 |
Q: i want to know that if pregnant lady is traveling from India to UK and she gave birth on flight in ...
A: Theorically, a child born inflight bears the nationality of the airline flying the aircraft. There ...
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| carry on baggage | 8/14/2007 |
Q: United Air says you can take a "personal bag" such as a briefcase in addition to a regular carry on ...
A: I am also sorry if I misunderstood your question. If your additional item is smaller than a ...
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| carry on baggage | 8/13/2007 |
Q: United Air says you can take a "personal bag" such as a briefcase in addition to a regular carry on ...
A: For travel worldwide on United, regulations says that you may carry on one bag and one personal item ...
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| Baby Formula | 8/7/2007 |
Q: I will be flying with my 10 month old soon. Is it ok to have his formula sectioned off into one of ...
A: Yes you can, if confirmed the absence of suspicious activity or items. For complete regulations see ...
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| standy by travel | 8/3/2007 |
Q: I would like to know what standby by travel really means. I am being given a gift ticket but it is ...
A: Luis, Depending on the schedule that the airline have, you can stand-by for all the flights that ...
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| Summer travel | 8/3/2007 |
Q: How to avoid being bumped on flights on this summer?
A: This summer has long been predicted to be the busiest for air travel in many years. With more planes ...
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| standy by travel | 8/3/2007 |
Q: I would like to know what standby by travel really means. I am being given a gift ticket but it is ...
A: The term stand-by is normally used and applied to non-revenue passengers, i.e. airline employees and ...
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| travel using multiple airlines | 8/3/2007 |
Q: Is it best to book a flight with one airline and as few stops as possible to ensure my luggage ...
A: Let me refer to the saying "A Straight Line Is the Shortest Distance between Two Points" to answer ...
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| Alcohol Regulation | 7/31/2007 |
Q: What is the policy for NWA on brining alcohol onto carry-on and/or check-in luggages?
A: There is no problem to transport alcohol in your checked baggage as long as it is properly packed in ...
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| multiple airline travel | 7/31/2007 |
Q: Im traveling to Nevis from Pittsburgh intl. My flight from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia is on US air ...
A: Since your itinerary involves an "interline" travel, you have to check-in with AA. If US Air ...
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| Northwest xlling flights - I'm flying on airmiles and meeting elderly parent | 7/30/2007 |
Q: in 2 weeks, I will be making many connections on a "free" (airmile) ticket via Northwest, who is ...
A: MJP, Since your "redemption ticket" has no commercial value and does not any fare on it, NWA (just ...
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| Carry-on luggage | 7/29/2007 |
Q: I will be traveling across the continent with two teenage boys. Can they bring small, individually ...
A: Yes they can. But also note that the Transportation Security Agency (TSA) also had taken steps to ...
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| cancelling second leg of round trip tickets | 7/25/2007 |
Q: I am traveling in Europe in September--going from US to Italy for two weeks, flying from Florence to ...
A: First of all, you'll need to check if all your reservations and tickets are linked with each other. ...
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| Cabin luggage | 7/24/2007 |
Q: I am travelling from Paris to Baharin by Gulf air. Can I carry perfumes in the cabin luggage; If ...
A: The TSA rule is adopted worldwide and consists in: 3 ounce bottle or less; 1 quart-sized, clear, ...
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| russian transit through us | 7/23/2007 |
Q: i have 3 friends coming from russia, to meet me in jamaica, but it appears the US transit visa is ...
A: Jeff, I just got an additional information and was about to send to you. According to IATA, a visa ...
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| russian transit through us | 7/23/2007 |
Q: i have 3 friends coming from russia, to meet me in jamaica, but it appears the US transit visa is ...
A: They can try going via Canada (visa also required, or via London where visa is not required if: - ...
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| Knives/cutlery to Mexico | 7/22/2007 |
Q: I am allowed by Mexican authorities to bring knives and kitchen cutlery in checked airline baggage? ...
A: As long as all the sharp objects are placed into your checked bags, you won't face any problem. ...
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| Travelling with vacuum package storage bags. | 7/20/2007 |
Q: Can I travel with vacuum package storage bags in my checked baggage (to and from England).
A: Yes you can. TSA will x-ray your baggage and if they found anything suspicious, they will open it ...
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| Vacuum seal travel bags | 7/15/2007 |
Q: If TSA inspects my check-in bags in which I've packed vacuum seal bags, will TSA evacuate the air ...
A: TSA will x-ray your baggage and if they found anything suspicious, they will open it and check each ...
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| Questions | 7/13/2007 |
Q: I'm taking a short trip next month and I am wondering if you know how strictly the TSA enforces the ...
A: The TSA has the 3-1-1 rule for for carry-ons which means: 3 ounce bottle or less; 1 quart-sized, ...
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| air travel under 18 | 7/11/2007 |
Q: I am under 18 and is going on a Domestic air travel. I want to know if I am going to require my ...
A: Thao, According to its website, Expressjet considers kids between the ages of 8 and 14—who aren’t ...
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| air travel under 18 | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I am under 18 and is going on a Domestic air travel. I want to know if I am going to require my ...
A: There are some different policies depending on the airline you will travel with. See one example ...
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| Air travel--Dog and Cat to the USVIs | 7/9/2007 |
Q: My name is Cindy Burke and I am moving from Atlanta to the USVIs (St. Thomas). I need to know what ...
A: All the information regarding the admission of animals in the US Virgin Islands can be found at the ...
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| "Captive" Passengers | 7/1/2007 |
Q: Recently there have been several news stories about airline passengers being held on a plane for ...
A: The main reason why airlines decide to hold, lies on the fact that once an aircraft returns to the ...
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| skipping a leg of a trip | 5/22/2007 |
Q: My flight to Paris leaves from Houston but the flight down to Houston is on a tiny plane and has ...
A: You must contact reservations and tell them your plans. All will depend on how your ticket was ...
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| unaccompanied minor travel | 5/17/2007 |
Q: I am trying to get a round trip ticket for my step son to fly from Guam to JAX but am having a ...
A: Check with Continental Airlines. The itinerary will be Guam, Honolulu, Houston and then ...
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| legal rules for pregnant lady on board | 4/26/2007 |
Q: what are the rules for a pregnant lady on board ,up to which week of pregnancy lady can fly?
A: Normally, a medical certificate is required if travel is within 4 weeks of the delivery date in a ...
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| alcohol in carry-on | 4/17/2007 |
Q: Roberto, what about taking on board in your carry on those little 1oz. bottles of vodka if they are ...
A: The rule is clear: 3 ounce bottle or less. Exception is made to duty free items. You can check TSA's ...
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| fliying with minors | 4/3/2007 |
Q: I'm a Mexican who is living in new York at now,and I'm planing to fly to Mexico as soon as ...
A: For flying, passengers 15 through 17 years of age are considered Young Adults. Use of the ...
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| Checking Baggage with 2 different airllines | 3/26/2007 |
Q: I just finished booking a trip I am flying via Delta from Atlanta to DFW and then from DFW to ...
A: You will be arriving in DFW by Delta at Terminal E and AA's flights to Amarillo will depart from ...
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| air time | 3/7/2007 |
Q: My daughter is flying from Michigan to Holland this summer. She wants to know how long the ...
A: Since you did not specify which airport your daughter is departing from in Michigan, I am assuming ...
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| Thanksgiving time airfare | 3/6/2007 |
Q: My family is flying from LAX to Puerto Vallarta about a week before Thanksgiving '07 and returning ...
A: The earlier you make reservations and pay for your ticket the better is the chance to find cheapest ...
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| travel time | 3/4/2007 |
Q: How much time does it take to get from Munich, Germany to Atlanta, GA?
A: From Munich's Franz Josef Strauss International Airport to Atlanta's Hartsfield airport it takes ...
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| help me | 2/26/2007 |
Q: I would like to know if we make reservation couple months before, it's will make the price more ...
A: The earlier you make reservations the better is the chance to find cheapest fares. Although this may ...
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| improved features of technology | 2/16/2007 |
Q: JUSTIFY HOW THE PRESENT PROCEDURES CAN BE IMPROVED OR ELIMINATED , DETAILING THE OPPORTUNITIES TO ...
A: This issue is very long to be discussed here. Please take a look at the following link, where you ...
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| risk of pregnant lady onboard | 2/16/2007 |
Q: EXPLAIN GIVING REASONS THE RISK FACTOR ENCOUNTERED IN TAKING AN EXPECTANT MOTHER BEYOND THE 28th ...
A: There are some restrictions as to just who should and should not travel the skies when they are ...
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| Extra Luggage for Athletes | 2/13/2007 |
Q: Gomes, Normally we fly United, Delta, Alaska, and Continental. Thanks in advance CharlesHi, My ...
A: I did not find anything on United. For Delta please see the following link: ...
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| cameras | 1/25/2007 |
Q: my family and I are taking a vacation to the Dom Rep and we have bought some disposable water ...
A: Cameras are not affected by airport scaning devices. However films are. According to Kodak, new ...
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| Disabilities | 1/21/2007 |
Q: I have a disability that renders my phyisical condition unstable - the ticket agent at american ...
A: An airline ticket is a contract made between a person and an airline, and due to this it can not be ...
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| flying with an infant | 1/15/2007 |
Q: I am flying alone with my 4-month-old daughter in my lap. We are flying from Phila. to Savanah GA ...
A: Depending on the aircraft you will be flying its possible to accommodate it. Otherwise you will have ...
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| weight,carry on,number of bags | 12/27/2006 |
Q: We are going to New Zealand /Sidney in 2/07 on Qantos Air and with the many changes with security, ...
A: All your answers concerning baggage can be found at the following Qantas link: ...
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| wrapped christmas gifts | 12/26/2006 |
Q: Can you take a wrapped Christmas gift as a carry on?
A: Yes you can, as long as it follows the TSA'3-1-1 rule for carry-ons which is: 3 ounce bottle or ...
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| How to ask airlines for more compensation | 12/13/2006 |
Q: Mr. Gomes, I read the response to a previous question on overbooking here: ...
A: In the answer to the previous question I mentioned ... "However, if you are bumped involuntarily ...
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| Carry On Alcohol Regulations | 12/13/2006 |
Q: With the new 3 oz liquid carry on rules in the US, I was wondering if we can carry on unopened ...
A: Sorry but you can't. The TSA just published a 3-1-1 rule for carry-ons which is: 3 ounce bottle ...
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| Carrying a pillbox thru airport security | 11/29/2006 |
Q: Can I carry a pill box with a few non-liquid pills in my pocket.? I would pull it out with my ...
A: There are no restrictions to non-liquid pills. If possible, please make sure your medications are ...
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| Infants flying free | 11/10/2006 |
Q: I live in New Zealand and my wife and I are planning to travel to England. We are expecting a son in ...
A: Initially, congratulations for the upcoming baby. Since these flights are very long, depending on ...
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| inflight questions | 11/8/2006 |
Q: what are the documents an inflight attendant should check in case of vvip's/vip's, unaccompanied ...
A: Please note that the information below is not standard. It may vary from airline to airline. ...
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| over 3 oz. items | 10/28/2006 |
Q: Just wondering how to pack those over 3 oz. items. Can I still put them in clear plastic baggies ...
A: First of all, my apologies for the delay in replying your question. I did not receive any message ...
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| e-passports/e-visas | 10/28/2006 |
Q: How have the present procedures like the introduction of computer scannable passports, e-visas, ...
A: A lot ! All this measures are a part of a program launched by IATA (International Air Transport ...
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| UNM, Invalid Passenger | 10/28/2006 |
Q: Gomes, Thank you for replying to my question. I actually want to know " if " the unaccompanied ...
A: All unaccompanied minor's docs (i.e. passports, ID's, boarding passes and internal forms) stays with ...
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| UNM, Invalid Passenger | 10/27/2006 |
Q: How will a flight attendent handle the following special handling passengers if they have lost all ...
A: Initially the flight attendants don't "handle" special passengers, they take care of them onboard ...
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| ticket refund? | 10/19/2006 |
Q: I am flying to Romania to meet my fiancee and hope to bring her back with me to the US on a fiancee ...
A: First of all, my congratulations. The sooner you buy her tickets more chance you will have to get a ...
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| baggage weight | 10/8/2006 |
Q: How much baggage weight per ticket is permissible for a trip from India to Kenya by Kenya airways
A: Baggage allowance is set by Kenya Airways depending on the class of service you are using. Please ...
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| Noise blocking earphones | 10/7/2006 |
Q: I know a woman who was homeless for a number of years before getting a subsidized apartment. The ...
A: There are many stores that sell the noise reduction earphones. Please take a look at one at the link ...
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| Beach Chairs | 10/6/2006 |
Q: My husband and I are traveling to Aruba in November and would like to bring 2 beach lounge chairs. ...
A: Since they don't fit in your baggage, they (if you wrap them in one) will count as an extra piece ...
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| Fooling the air passangers | 10/3/2006 |
Q: please?Dear Sir, As it is clear from //mkwrk2.livejournal.com I am really confused with a ...
A: You can start contacting the local United office and depending on the results be prepared to hire an ...
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| On board luggage. | 9/29/2006 |
Q: I was just trying to find out what dimensions on board luggage would have to be. We are travelling ...
A: According to Thai information, each passenger except infant (not occupying a seat) may carry, ...
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| Fooling the air passangers | 9/25/2006 |
Q: As it is clear from //mkwrk2.livejournal.com I am really confused with a situation an air carrier ...
A: When you state that ... A United Airlines agent at JFK had explained that a bag was randomly ...
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| Food | 9/21/2006 |
Q: Can canned spaghetti or other foods in cans be taken in carry-on luggage or is it best to put in ...
A: According to the information that I got, food is acceptable, except for the following: camelbaks, ...
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| FLOWERS AND AIR TRAVEL | 9/18/2006 |
Q: CAN I TAKE MY WEDDING BOUQUET ON THE PLANE WITH ME TO MY HONEYMOON IN CURACAO?
A: Yes, you can. I did not find any regulations saying no. The only thing to consider is the extra ...
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| Airplane balance | 9/14/2006 |
Q: What are the terms used to calculate the balance of an airplane?
A: I will try to explain briefly, since this issue is very long. 1. The Datum The datum is an ...
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| Overbooking | 9/12/2006 |
Q: When I first heard of overbooking, I thought the idea was brilliant: Airlines can overbook flights, ...
A: Steve, Altough stated in the regulation, airlines always use the original tickets as a part of ...
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| Current food and drink situation | 9/8/2006 |
Q: Since the recent events of Bomb Scares and such in the UK, I understand that liquid cannot be taken ...
A: I am repeating my answer since my records shown that you did not have the opportunity to read it... ...
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| Infant Car Seats in Aruba | 9/5/2006 |
Q: When renting a car in Aruba, is it necessary to have a infant car seat for a child less than 1 year ...
A: Sorry, but your question is outside my expertise since it is not related to air travel. But your ...
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| Security | 9/5/2006 |
Q: Salutation. I've recently been gifted with a piece of chain-mail jewelry - it's a bracelet, made ...
A: Due to the metal involved in the bracelet, for sure the detector will sound. After this, identify ...
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| handcarry | 9/2/2006 |
Q: i am travelling this coming sept 11 in british airways. is there any restriction in handcarry?
A: Since the answer to this question is too long, please refer the to the link belowe where you will ...
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| IN TRANSIT - US ENTRY VISA? | 9/2/2006 |
Q: I am scheduled to arrive LA at 13:20 Sunday 3 September 2006 and depart 17:50 on the same day bound ...
A: Unfortunatelly you will need a US visa to transit over the US in direction to UK. Below is the full ...
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| Screening the screeners | 8/28/2006 |
Q: After the recent foiling of the plot to blow up aircraft flying out of Heathrow, my question is ...
A: One country's Constitution was the first ever written by a truly free people to provide ‘life, ...
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| checking baggage with 2 different booking codes | 8/23/2006 |
Q: in order to save money, I am booking Tokyo - Singapore - Delhi with 2 separate bookings on 2 ...
A: The airline that you will check with in Tokyo will be able to tag your baggage to the second airline ...
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| First travels with e tickets | 8/8/2006 |
Q: We are getting ready for our first travels with e tickets. What do we do when we get to the ...
A: Boone, Welcome to paper free world. This service is now being developed by the airlines and in my ...
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| Baggage | 8/8/2006 |
Q: am i allowed to take dvds/playstation cds out of england? im leaving to bahrain from manchester ...
A: Below an extract from Customs Regulations in Bahrain: Allowances for alcohol, tobacco and perfume ...
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| security | 8/1/2006 |
Q: im just leaving London to go to the middle east and i bought a new mobile phone . Will the ...
A: No, they don't. The x-ray emission frequency won't damage your phone. In order to colaborate with ...
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| baggage | 7/28/2006 |
Q: We are traveling from Paris to West Africa with an almost 12 hour layover in Casablanca. Same ...
A: Since Casablanca will be your first port of entry in Morocco, you will after Immigrations to clear ...
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| traveling with a minor | 7/26/2006 |
Q: THANK YOU
A: I forgot to mention that malaria prophylaxis is highly recommended. Best Regards, R. Gomes Since ...
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| flight time/miles | 7/25/2006 |
Q: Roberto My husband and I will be flying from Los Angeles to Auckland via air NZ. How long will the ...
A: The distance between Los Angeles and Auckland is 6,502 miles and a Boeing 747-400 will take you ...
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| Pets and traveling from PR to Jamaica | 7/17/2006 |
Q: Please tell me which Caribbean islands allow cats to enter from the US. I believe most of the ...
A: Please see http://www.moa.gov.jm/structure/VSD.htm at the section Veterinary Inspection and release ...
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| Pets and traveling from PR to Jamaica | 7/16/2006 |
Q: Please tell me which Caribbean islands allow cats to enter from the US. I believe most of the ...
A: According to Jamaica's Ministry of Agriculture info, live animals which arrive at the ports of entry ...
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| Storage Lockers at DeGaulle Airport | 7/14/2006 |
Q: I am traveling to Bankock, Thailand thru Paris and have a lay-over of 12 hours at DeGaulle Airport, ...
A: For reasons of safety the luggage locker services have been suspended at Roissy-CDG and Orly, in ...
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| Best day and time to travel overseas | 7/10/2006 |
Q: but two last things. What do you mean pitch? I know on planes you have pitch & yaw, but what does ...
A: In response to your questions, please note: 1. Seat pitch is a term used in the aviation industry ...
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| air Charter---One Way PV to Cabo | 6/23/2006 |
Q: Puerto Vallarta & Cabo Can LucasI am interested in finding out which options are available to fly my ...
A: The following airlines operates flights from Puerto Vallarta to Cabo San Lucas/San Jose: AeroMar ...
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| Air Travel for 4 Aboriginal Dancers from Perth | 6/20/2006 |
Q: My name is Harriett Skye and I am the Acting Dean of Intertribal Programs at United Tribes Technical ...
A: I normally do not answer questions regarding fares, mostly because they change a lot. But anyway I ...
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| Best day and time to travel overseas | 6/18/2006 |
Q: I should have mentioned that I am flying to Beijing China. I am wondering if you know the best ...
A: In addition to your comments SFO stands for San Francisco, CA, the airport code initially mentioned ...
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| Best day and time to travel | 6/6/2006 |
Q: I'm interested in finding out the best day to travel and the best time. Obviously, I'm not talking ...
A: According to your question, time and days of the week are not an issue to you, so I will focus my ...
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| Internation Travel with Minor | 6/3/2006 |
Q: I am travelling from the USA to the UK via Canada, with my 11 year old whom I have sole custody of ...
A: Sorry, your question is outside my area of expertise, but I strongly recommend that you contact the ...
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| Baggage | 5/30/2006 |
Q: We will be flying from Tucson via AMerica West and then to LA to get on CHina airlines to go to the ...
A: The only chance that you have to consolidate the two different baggage allowances lies in one single ...
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| travel vouchers | 5/29/2006 |
Q: I was informed that I could purchase travel vouchers to give as incentives to our real estate ...
A: I never heard of this application of travel voucher before. Normally they are used if a passenger ...
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| cutlery | 5/25/2006 |
Q: If I buy a sword in Japan can I bring it to the states?
A: Customs and Border Protection does not prohibit the importation of swords, although your local ...
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| checking in | 5/22/2006 |
Q: do you know can you check your luggage in the night before at manchester airport
A: No. Due to security reasons, airlines do not accept baggage to be checked one day prior departure. ...
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| ticket policies | 2/6/2006 |
Q: Follow up question. There are no bags involved, I never have checked luggage. These flights are ...
A: Technically, fares are constructed according to the distance from two points. In some cases ...
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| ticket policies | 1/30/2006 |
Q: Why do airlines make it impossible to use part of a ticket? Is this airline policy or Federal ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering, but the site experienced some tech dificulties and I just got the ...
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| Scuba diving equipment allowance | 12/19/2005 |
Q: I am flying to Singapore/Koh Samui with British Airways/Quantos May 2006, can you tell me if there ...
A: You are travelling to a destination where the baggage weight system applies, so your diving ...
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| air travel | 12/18/2005 |
Q: my niece is 17 yrs old can she travel from uk to Greece with her 16 year old friend, using normal ...
A: For some airlines, passengers 15-17 years of age are considered Young Adults. In others from 12 to ...
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| Australian visa | 11/8/2005 |
Q: I applied for and acquired an electronic visa at the airport the last time I visited Australia in ...
A: The reference number was given when you applied for your visa. If you have misplaced your reference ...
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| online tickets | 10/13/2005 |
Q: Im not sure if this is in your expertice. If it is not I apologize. I have been looking for a ...
A: The best way to look at a specific flight is to go directly to the airline website. Since it ...
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| Professional name on airline ticket | 10/10/2005 |
Q: I am an actor by profession and therefore as I have a "stage name" I have that name also included on ...
A: Sorry for the delay, since I was traveling and away from my computer. A stage name, or a screen ...
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| security | 9/30/2005 |
Q: What is the AMerican version of the English security we have with Travel Companies i.e ATOL & ABTA ...
A: Altough your question is outside my area of expertise, I can tell you that there are a lot of US ...
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| Long Stopover- Accommodation | 8/19/2005 |
Q: I intend to fly LHR to Erzurum in Turkey with Turkish airlines. I will have a 12 hour layover in ...
A: Stopover is defined as a planned overnight (or longer) stop on a ticketed journey. In other words, ...
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| Airline reschedules | 7/30/2005 |
Q: I booked a non-stop flight that was cancelled and I was then given a direct flight(for clarity it is ...
A: There are no U.S. federal regulations that require any compensation for a delayed or cancelled ...
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| Transit | 7/14/2005 |
Q: I'm travelling alone to Montreal-Canada from Amman-Jordan and I have a free ticket I want to use ...
A: Before the events of 9/11, citizens holding passports from selected countries were allowed to ...
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| carrying a sphygmomanometer on a plane | 6/29/2005 |
Q: I am travelling to a hospital in Peru in just over a week and was wondering whether I could bring a ...
A: Improperly packaged mercury-filled barometers and thermometers are considered hazardous materials ...
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| time | 6/28/2005 |
Q: Hey Roberto, i was wondering how many hours and minutes it takes in the air to get from boston to ...
A: From Boston to Denver for example it takes about 4 hours and 30 minutes of flying time (taxing out ...
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| Getting through customs in Italy with camera equipment. | 6/24/2005 |
Q: I am traveling to Italy with my university to make a short film and we are bringing a lot of ...
A: Before departure you will have to fill out a form (CBP Form 4457-Certificate of Registration for ...
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| ARG Airlines | 6/23/2005 |
Q: My name is Takis, I am from Greece-Europe and I will be visiting Latin America in August. My ...
A: I normally do not answer questions regarding best fares, but I can help giving you directions. ...
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| best | 6/20/2005 |
Q: but i can get them all for the same price, so that is not a concern, they all offer a flight early ...
A: Andrew, If price and schedule is not a concern, mileage program should be considered (but in your ...
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| best | 6/19/2005 |
Q: for thanksgiving, i am flying out of philadelphia, to orlando. The nonstop airlines are, US Airways, ...
A: The B737s operated by Southwest Airlines seats between 122 and 137 people, depending on the plane ...
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| Travel to Israel with Dog | 6/13/2005 |
Q: If my dog is healthy and up to date with his shots, do I need to do anything special to fly with him ...
A: I would like to help you with this but the primary source of information concerning importation of ...
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| timing | 6/6/2005 |
Q: I plan to fly from Salt Lake City to Springfield Missouri in October. Would you recommend making ...
A: Rule # 1 as airfares are concern is: The sooner you book, the better your chances are to find the ...
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| Traveling with fishing gear | 5/21/2005 |
Q: i am sending this to ask you about flying on an airline with fishing gear , how do i pack a fishing ...
A: You won't be authorized to carry it with you. You will need to check it and provide a suitable ...
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| Airline Strike | 5/12/2005 |
Q: We have tickets for june 26th on United Airlines. How will our tickets be honored if the airline is ...
A: In addition to my yesterday's message please take a look on the following link: ...
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| under 18 | 4/27/2005 |
Q: i am 18 years old and me and my friend want to go to th UK, but one of my friends said she cant ...
A: For some airlines, passengers 15-17 years of age are considered Young Adults. Consent for minor ...
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| flight time | 4/1/2005 |
Q: how long does it take to fly from hawaii to michigan
A: Initially, sorry for the delay since I was not notified of your question. Normally, a connection is ...
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| Travel Vouchers | 3/6/2005 |
Q: Roberto, thank you for offering your service. We have two travel vouchers on US Air from last ...
A: The airlines revenue management use flight history and sets in advance some seats per flight to be ...
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| interline | 1/21/2005 |
Q: Can you please tell me what "Interline" travel is all about? Who is it for? Why does it exist? What ...
A: Sorry for the delay, since I did not receive the confirmation of your question. In ths travel ...
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| What to prepare | 1/18/2005 |
Q: I am planning on flying to Sydney, Australia in late February. In addition to having the right ...
A: Take a look at http://www.cdc.gov/travel/austspac.htm for some information and tips regarding ...
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| What to prepare | 1/18/2005 |
Q: I am planning on flying to Sydney, Australia in late February. In addition to having the right ...
A: I am repeating my answer again,since I was notified that your question was pending... Take a look ...
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| alcohol | 1/6/2005 |
Q: Is it really an FAA violation to carry your own flask of liquor on a coach flight, especially when ...
A: Augusto, Again, if passenger's behaviour is not adequate or polite and do not behave in a calm and ...
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| alcohol | 1/6/2005 |
Q: Is it really an FAA violation to carry your own flask of liquor on a coach flight, especially when ...
A: The FAA regulations prohibit pilots from performing crewmember duties within eight hours after ...
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| Missed connection. | 12/15/2004 |
Q: I was flying from Moscow, Russia to New York JFK on Swiss Airlines connecting in Zurich, ...
A: The text below was extracted from Swiss website regarding misconnections: "SWISS takes all ...
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| Airline tickets | 12/2/2004 |
Q: Is it generally possible to get a refund on tickets as long as you notify the airline in advance? ...
A: Notification to airline is not a issue as far as to make sure that you will or will not get the ...
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| Holiday travel | 11/30/2004 |
Q: I will be travleing dec. 20 with my 18 month old son. Do i need to call the airline and let them ...
A: Daar Jessie, Yes, please call the airline and tell them about your son. It will avoid any problems ...
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| reservations and ticketing, and everything else | 11/18/2004 |
Q: i'm trying get a job as a travel agent, i'm already certified and new at this. i have an interview ...
A: I can give you some tips related to how to behave during your interview. Here we go: - Dress ...
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| Airport seating/furniture | 11/5/2004 |
Q: I am designing a reclining/folding chair for use in public spaces as a dissertation for my product ...
A: Altough this is not my area of expertise, I believe that you initialy must identify the volume of ...
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| fact or fiction? | 10/30/2004 |
Q: I recently took a flight from Pittsburgh to San Diego and the next day i came down with a nasty ...
A: Most probably you had a prior cold condition which became worst due to your air trip. You may take a ...
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| spin | 9/16/2004 |
Q: You recently helped with a Visa/Passport question, I gave you highest marks. I have rather an ...
A: Most airlines would endeavor to use the shortest routes between 2 points. These are naned Great ...
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| visas and verifying seating | 9/9/2004 |
Q: Roberto, Hello sir, I have a few rambling questions for you. First, could you explain to me in ...
A: A passport is a type of ID which is recognized by any nation as a form of an ID. There are different ...
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| Program / routes | 9/5/2004 |
Q: Please inform me about the availability of a software (program) or website by which I can decode the ...
A: First option and most reliable for sure, is to contact and register at www.jeppesen.com There are ...
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| Trip to Amsterdam | 8/29/2004 |
Q: I am currently considering a trip to the Netherlands in October. Have you ever heard of problems ...
A: Many airlines will not allow passengers to fly with certain conditions. Regulations may vary so if ...
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| Air miles & travel time | 8/12/2004 |
Q: Roberto how many air miles and hours of air time is it from Phoenix, AZ to Hawaii (HI)? Thank you- ...
A: The distance from PHX to Honolulu is 2527 nautical miles corresponding to 2908 miles. Since no ...
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| Flight Q's | 8/11/2004 |
Q: I will be traveling to Las Vegas on Northwest in a few weeks. I have a few questions as I have ...
A: The Northwest web site has good reccomendations and tips for the first time travelers just like you. ...
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| airport baggage | 8/9/2004 |
Q: I am going to Aruba in a couple weeks and have a few questions -- (by the way, I have NO experience ...
A: Yes you can bring a stroller, which will be loaded into aircraft belly when you board the airplane ...
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| first time | 7/17/2004 |
Q: first time flying going to see cousin in san diego from harrisburg pa with a transfer in pittsburgh ...
A: You will need to go over security checks again if your flight arrive at Gate E and your connecting ...
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| how to get a refund | 7/15/2004 |
Q: i was planning a trip up north my husband fell and broke his hip and know cant go how do i get my ...
A: Depending on the fare you purchased you may be entitled to have a refund. Please contact your ...
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| Air Travel to Rota, Spain | 6/16/2004 |
Q: This is my first trip to Europe and I am trying to get to Rota Spain in the best way. Do you have ...
A: The best route from Seattle is to go first to Kennedy's New York and then connect to Madrid and ...
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| Finding out what airplane Iam going to fly with? | 6/11/2004 |
Q: Is there a easy way to find out what type of airplane Iam going to fly with if I know the flight ...
A: Go to LH page at http://cms.lufthansa.com/pre/de/en/homepage_Noframes/0,4449,0-0-605242,00.html and ...
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| airport security | 5/31/2004 |
Q: I am wondering if it is safe to run a digital camera through the airport security screening ...
A: The digital camera and the memory card won't be affected by the screening machines. The only ...
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| What airlines fly to Cabo... | 5/29/2004 |
Q: What airlines fly to Cabo San Lucas Mexico?
A: According to Los Cabos guide, the following airlines provide service to Los Cabos, Mexico: - Aero ...
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| Jet Lag | 5/17/2004 |
Q: I was wondering, is there any way I can minimise the affect of Jetlag. I know you can't help the ...
A: There are some techniques for reducing jet lag that you can use. Pre-flight This is one of the ...
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| *Question on flight Cancelations | 5/15/2004 |
Q: Dean Hible here. I'm planning my own solo excersion to Costa Rica. I'm going to book my own flight ...
A: Airlines do not cover any other "ground arrangements" such as car rentals and hotel rooms, in ...
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| CARRY-ONS | 4/27/2004 |
Q: hey i can't get a straight answer from united airlines on carry-ons. the "TSA" web site said that ...
A: From the United web site ... Carry-on bags For travel worldwide on United, you may carry on one bag ...
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| "CARRY ON" LUGGAGE QUESTION | 4/26/2004 |
Q: i'm planning to go on an international flight and was wondering? can you bring as a "carry-on" your ...
A: Yes you can. Normally airlines do not have any restriction on this provided that your own food ...
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| Travelling with pets | 4/9/2004 |
Q: I may be moving in a year from Greece to the United States and I have 6 pets that are rodents (3 ...
A: Please taake a look at the following link: ...
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| Standby Travel | 3/23/2004 |
Q: I would like to do some International travel, and I have a very flexible schedule this summer. I was ...
A: If you plan to travel domestically, there is no problem since you will not need more documentation ...
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| Flying standby | 3/2/2004 |
Q: I am not an experienced traveler, but I want to ask about the term "flying standby". What does this ...
A: The term stand-by is normally used and applied to non-revenue passengers, i.e. airline employees and ...
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| Frequent Flyer Tickets | 2/19/2004 |
Q: When you redeem your miles for a first class ticket do the flight attendants know that you are ...
A: Normally the booking class (reservation class) used for redemption is different from the common ...
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| Pets | 2/15/2004 |
Q: ok...lets try american. thanksHi It doesn't matter which airline. heres the situation. I'm going ...
A: Here we go... American Airlines police regarding pets: Cats, dogs and household birds are accepted ...
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| Flexibility of Tickets | 2/15/2004 |
Q: In October 2000, I got a return ticket from London to New York via Amsterdam travelling KLM for 175 ...
A: Airlines have many airfares available and each one has a different price and conditions. Usually the ...
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| baggage | 1/24/2004 |
Q: i am traveling to mexico for 4-6 months. i have ms and sometimes use a wheelchair but not always. ...
A: Wheelchairs/scooters, braces or other assistive devices are normally accepted free of charge as ...
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| e ticket | 11/2/2003 |
Q: This is the first time I'll be using e tickets. I'll be ariving in Orlando, from Milwaukee, with a ...
A: When travelling on two different airlines, you normally have to be checked-in again at the ...
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| airport travel | 9/12/2003 |
Q: good morning. could you tell me the procedures briefly involved in traveling by air these days? like ...
A: Since my reply to your questions will be very long and exhaustive you can check TSA directives at ...
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| flying | 9/6/2003 |
Q: : I am going to be flying for my first time with a group to las vegas and i have a sheet with the ...
A: It is advisable to maintain your pills at the original bottle. You can take it along with your ...
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| flying to canada | 8/11/2003 |
Q: I'm flying from Trieste (Italy) to Toronto (Canada) soon. It's my first time and I don't know what ...
A: I have had the great pleasure of flying several times in my life and I have flown several different ...
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| Videotape screened at airports | 7/31/2003 |
Q: Will I ruin video of my vacation when using carry-on or checked baggage? I want to take video of my ...
A: Sorry for the late reply. None of the screening equipment - neither the machines used for checked ...
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| Normal economy airfare | 7/16/2003 |
Q: How would you define "normal economy airfare"? Is it solely those airfares indicated as "Y class"? ...
A: A normal economy airfare is highest fare and due to this has no restrictions and uses designators ...
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