US Airways has long considered Jamaica (and other Caribbean Islands) to be domestic flights. Â While this prevents free lounge access for first class and other perks, it allowed the biggest perk of all (in my opinion)–unlimited upgrades to the Caribbean for elites. Even Silvers (RIP US Airways’ nomenclatures) could almost …
Read More »What Are the Rules for Checking Alcohol and Do You Need a Receipt for Your Items?
I purchased some alcohol while traveling recently and was surprised when I was told by a TSA agent that I needed a receipt for all of my alcoholic purchases in order to check my bag.  I asked him who looked at the receipt and whether it needed to be on my …
Read More »When to Get a US Airways Elite Trial for the Baggage Allotment
I had written before that it is worth it to get an elite trial with US Airways if you wanted to upgrade your trips with miles. Â This is no longer true. Â (Elites no longer get the upgrade with miles copay waived). Someone recently asked me if would be worth it …
Read More »Why Your Baggage May Be “Lost” on US Airways
I’ve run into this a few times with US Airways now and I realized a simple search after each flight on US Airways can save you from needless waiting. Your baggage does not necessarily fly on the same plane as you. Â If you check in early and there’s room on …
Read More »Tight Connections and Deciding How Much You Love Your Checked Bag
View from the Wing has an article on planning just in case your checked-baggage is lost. The timing is perfect because I recently had a flight where I knew I had a high probability of my baggage being lost. How okay are you with ditching your bags? Is it okay …
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