Travel Alert: Airlines now charging fees for checking second bag; some change for first checked bag

   Major US airlines have adopted policies that charge customers fees for checking a second bag. Until recently, general airline industry practice had been to allow passengers two free checked bags, normally of up to 50 or 70 pounds each. However, many air carriers have recently adopted policies of charging passengers an amount, in addition to the fare already paid, for any checked baggage or for more than one checked bag. Most of these policies impose a fee of $25 for checking a second bag, while more recent changes on some carriers also include an additional fee for every bag that is checked. Please note that airline baggage policies are subject to change. Before booking your next flight, be sure to check with your travel agent or contact the airline directly for their checked baggage policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I change or cancel my reservation?
2. How can I view or change my profile?
3. How do I confirm the travel arrangements I just purchased online?
4. What fees are charged for changing my travel plans?
   

1.      How do I change or cancel my reservation?
Due to possible transaction fees, changes and cancellations must be made through an agent.  Contact us at (800) 658-4584 or (800) 888-8235.

All changes/cancellations are subject to imposed fees by the airlines, hotel/ resort properties, cruise lines or car rental agencies. Remember to read all terms and conditions of your reservation to see if cancellation or change fees apply."

2.      How can I view or change my profile?
Click on the Sign In link, found in the upper right-hand corner of the Web page header, and log in.  If already signed in, navigate to the My Profile section of the Web site.  Once logged in, click on the "Edit My Profile" link, and your current profile data will display for review or editing purposes.  After all updates have been made, click the <Save> button.

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4.      What fees are charged for changing my travel plans?
All changes/cancellations are subject to imposed fees by the airlines, hotel/ resort properties, cruise lines or car rental agencies. Remember to read all terms and conditions of your reservation to see if cancellation or change fees apply.

Flight Change/Cancellation Fees
Change/cancellation fees consist of $35 per passenger, in addition to any fees and differences in fare based on the airlines' policy. Certain airfares may be nonrefundable.

Airlines typically allow changes to flight times, dates, or destination. However, name changes on tickets are strictly prohibited.

Hotel Change/Cancellation Fees
Change/cancellation fees consist of $35 per reservation, in addition to any fees or differences in rate based on the lodging property's policy.

Cruise Change/Cancellation Fees
Change/cancellation fees consist of $35 per reservation, in addition to any fees or differences in rate based on cruise line's policy.

Average* cruise line change fee table:
61+ days prior to departure = $0 + difference in fare
60-30 days = $200 per person + difference in fare
29-8 days = 50% of booked fare + difference in fare
Less than 8 days = full fare + difference in fare

*Change/cancellation fees differ based on cruise line and time of year.  Speak with one of our helpful agents at (800) 658-4584 or (800) 888-8235 to review your reservation and cruise change/cancellation options.

Car Rental Change/Cancellation Fees
Change/cancellation fees consist of $35 per reservation, in addition to any fees or differences in the rate based on the rental agency's policy.

NOTE:  Unused or partially fulfilled car rental reservations as part of prepaid packages, are not eligible for refunds.

Due to possible transaction fees, changes and cancellations must be made with through an agent.  Contact us at (800) 658-4584 or (800) 888-8235 for itinerary changes, cancellations, questions, travel planning or advice.

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