Difference Between Fuel Surcharges And UK Airport Taxes

I'm often asked why award tickets to the UK involve so many taxes and fuel surcharges.

There's a ton of confusion among consumers about the difference between taxes and fuel surcharges. That's largely the airlines' fault, given that for so long they've tried to bundle "taxes, fees, and fuel surcharges" into one, when they're in fact very different things.

I think it's important to clarify the difference between the two high "fees" you may face when traveling to/from/through the UK.

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Chinese New Year Events Planned For San Francisco's Chinatown

In the U.S., few Chinese New Year celebrations are as big as those thrown in the San Francisco-Bay Area region of California.



from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/chinese-new-year-san-francisco-2015-list-chinatown-events-parades-cultural-fairs-1821802

“Adventure Is Anything that Puts Us Outside our Comfort Zone”: Notes from the Himalayas

Adventure photographer Cory Richards almost died in an avalanche while descending from a mountain in Pakistan, but he lived and the experience changed his life.In a short (and amazing) video, he shares on “the richness that comes through struggle.”

“I’ve never been comfortable in the place that I’m in. I can’t stop and sit. It’s a constant engine that’s driving me to the things that are unknown to me."

from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/cory-richards-adventure-photographer/

Reader Request: How to Find and Book Flights on Airline Alliances

This past week, reader Adam S. sent me a note with a handful of questions. One was, “When booking flights on alliance airlines, how is that done? For example, I’m looking at a trip to Peru to do the Inca Trail and see Machu Picchu. With AA or US Airways, I can get to Lima, […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2015/02/reader-request-how-to-find-and-book-flights-on-airline-alliances.html

12 stunning Canada photos

Sometimes, the best photography scenes come from your own backyard.



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/trips/12-images-make-proud-call-canada-home/

It’s Finally Here! FTG Wallet Accounts For All

Never miss a rewards bonus again. Add credit cards, track rewards, and earn more from your spending – for free! Introducing FrugalTravelGuy’s award-tracking tool, the Wallet. Now available for everyone, Wallet does the difficult work of redeeming travel rewards: the organizing. This tool reminds you about deadlines and keeps you updated on your minimum spending […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2015/02/its-finally-here-ftg-wallet-accounts-for-all.html

My experience as a black traveler

"Do not allow what outsiders see in music videos and pop culture to define the perception of young black travelers."



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/black-beyond-borders-experience-black-world-traveler/

People Eating Breakfast At Fancy Hotels Piss Me Off

You've been warned...

Generally I'll choose an a la carte menu over a buffet any day of the week. Because I'm a selective germaphobe, and buffets are nasty (and that doesn't even account for the fact that they invariably result in overeating... nom nom nom).

But after having breakfast at the Park Hyatt New York the other morning, I think I've changed my mind. Fancy hotels shouldn't be allowed to have a la carte menus. Because people are ridiculous.

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Heaven in the Korean DMZ?

Or is it?



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/village-koreas-dmz-might-worlds-idyllic/

US Airlines Should Shut Up About Having to Compete Against Gulf Carriers. Here’s Why.

US airlines have been making loud noises over how unfair it is that they have to compete with some Gulf airlines. They want the administration to take steps against Qatar, Emirates, and Etihad. For foreign policy reasons this is highly unlikely. But the noise – and the overheated rhetoric – have been loud enough that […]

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10 signs you were born to travel

"You can say "cheers" in 17 languages."



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/10-signs-born-travel/

Delta’s New 20 Minute Checked Baggage Guarantee

One of the things that has always impressed me about Alaska Airlines is their 20 minute baggage guarantee. They guarantee that checked bags will arrive at the carousel within 20 minutes of your plane arriving in the gate, or else you receive a $25 Alaska discount code or 2,500 Mileage Plan miles.

The way Alaska handles checked bags really makes you wonder where other airlines go wrong. I've checked Alaska bags dozens of times, and they've always arrived within 20 minutes. As a matter of fact, they're the only airline I consistently check bags on. Since they start boarding earlier than just about any other airline, I usually just check bags with them and then board last minute.

I've asked people at Alaska about this policy, and they're quite modest about it. They've always told me something along the lines of "well it really isn't that difficult once you set the standard that our employees and ground handling contract workers have to follow." And it works.

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Why the future of tour operating could rest with the smartphone

The tour operator industry has faced a number of challenges over the past five years. NB: This is an analysis by Ashish ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/tour-operators-embrace-app-technology/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tour-operators-embrace-app-technology

Is Seville now Europe's greatest cycling city?

A few years ago, barely anyone in this southern Spanish city rode a bike. Now two-wheeled transport is growing exponentially.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2015/02/19/travel/seville-cycling-cnngo/index.html

Lord Vader announces pact with Mickey Mouse

In a galaxy far, far away ... in the Western Caribbean, actually, Darth Vader, Chewbacca, Boba Fett and stormtroopers will party with Disney Cruisers around the pool deck on select sailings.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2015/02/18/travel/star-wars-aboard-disney-cruises/index.html