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August 2004 Airfare Specials

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Seat Maps - Hooters Air - No Longer Operates

This airline is no longer in operation.

Flying under SARS

In the aftermath of SARS some things have changed in the airline industry. The airlines transported many of those first affected by SARS to different parts of the world. More attention is paid to the health of passengers. After SARS, a cough is not simply a cough anymore. And too much sneezing bears investigation.

Gift Certificates and Gift Cards You Can Use for some Airport Shopping

Increasingly, airports are housing stores with gift card/certificate programs.

Shop the Airlines - Online Malls and Shopping to Earn Miles

Not only can you buy gift certificates, or airline paraphenalia, but some airlines even have their own "malls" for earning miles. Airlines have become much more savvy and have teamed up with major retailers to give you better opportunities to both buy goods and earn miles. So you can shop and get some miles out of the whole process.

United Airlines Baggage Policies - Free Checked Luggage, Carry On Bags

Baggage policies for United Airlines - what is free, and what incurs a fee. Includes items such as check-in and excess luggage.

Seat maps

Seat maps for Aeroflot are provided courtesy of SeatExpert.

Syrian Air Information

Syrian Air flies with a focus on international destinations

Saudi Arabian Airlines Information

Dozens of destinations are served world wide

Baggage Policies - Free Checked Luggage

Airlines have increased restrictions, and decreased luggage allowances a lot over the years. Now you may not be able to take a surfboard, a larger stroller, or a pet where you once could. Wheelchairs are checked in as free baggage, and do NOT count toward the free luggage allowance. Some airlines allow strollers for free, some don't. Most airlines, regardless of excess baggage fees that you may be willing to pay, will not accept bags that weigh more than 100 lbs as checked luggage.

US Airways Baggage Policies - Free Checked Luggage, Carry On Bags

Baggage policies for US Airways - what is free, and what incurs a fee. Includes items such as excess luggage.

Continental Airlines Baggage Policies - Free Checked Luggage, Carry On Bags

Baggage policies for Continental Airlines - what is free, and what incurs a fee. Includes checked-in and excess luggage.

Giving the Gift of Air Travel - Gift Certificates to Buy from Airlines

Stuck for gift ideas? Many airlines like Southwest Airlines and Delta Airlines offer gift certificates that you can order online or over the phone, and avoid the shopping malls this holiday season.

Giving the Gift of Air Travel - Gift Certificates to Buy from Airlines

If you want to buy a unique gift for those who enjoy travel, then gift certificates from an airline may prove to be a perfect present.

Budget Gifts for Under $15 - Travel Journals for $15 or Less

Travel journals are often blogs online for all to see. But there are still lots of travel journals in the paper form, and I found several for under $15.

Carry On Luggage - Buying Carry-on Luggage

With many airlines charging for your second piece of checked luggage, and a few charging for every piece of checked luggage, carry on bags are increasingly the way to go. Some options for carry on luggage available for purchase online.

Vietnam Airlines - Airline Information

Vietnam Airlines flies to lots of international destinations in Asia, Australia, North America, and Europe.

Varig - Airline Information

Varig is a Brazilian airline.

HND - Tokyo International Airport, also known as Haneda Airport

Haneda Airport is also known as Tokyo International Airport.

Thai Airways Frequent Flyer Program - Frequent Flier Program for Thai Airways

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Tarom - Airline Information

Tarom is the national airline of Romania.

TAP Portugal - Airline Information

TAP Portugal - Portugal's flagship carrier.

Swedline

Bankrupt Swedline began flying within Sweden late in 2002, and ceased operations in July 2006.

Sterling

Sterling was a low cost airline based in Denmark - bankrupt and ceased operations.

Skynet Asia Airways

Skynet Asia Airways operates flights within Japan.

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