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Here's what you need to know if you get involuntarily downgraded on a flight.

Can You Get Downgraded From First Class on a Flight? What to Know

New York Post

No boys allowed.

Women will soon be able to avoid sitting next to male strangers on a plane — in a first-ever initiative launched by a popular South Asian airline. 

India-based IndiGo, the largest low-cost airline in the country, will allow female flyers to see a special seating map during the online check-in process that shows them — in pink — where other members of the fairer sex are seated, The Mirror reported. 



Male passengers will not be made privy to the same information — instead, they’ll continue to see all available seats, as one normally would. 

The femme-friendly initiative is being offered in...

Women passengers can now decline to sit next to a man on this popular airline: ‘Will land someone in court’

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An American Airlines flight from Dallas Fort Worth to Madrid was forced to make an emergency diversion to New York JFK on Wednesday after one of the onboard toilets started to overflow during the main meal service. This is just the latest in a string of similar incidents at both...

It’s Happened Again: An American Airlines Flight Was Forced to Divert After a Lavatory Started Overflowing

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Delta Air Lines shares how much compensation customers will get from their epic meltdown – and passengers aren’t likely to be happy

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No one is safe from unexpected changes to travel plans. Read on to see how I coped with a last-minute cancellation.

My Flight to Europe Was Canceled 3 Minutes Before I Left for the Airport. Here's What Happened Next

Frequent flyers often face the dilemma of choosing between a middle, aisle, or window seat. Some travelers prefer the aisle seat so they can get to the restroom or stretch their legs whenever they want without disturbing anyone around them, while others prefer the window seat for the expansive views from above. So, which seat on the airplane is the best? While it all depends on what kind of flyer you are, some seats are more comfortable and desirable than others.

Window, Aisle, or Middle Seats? Here Are the Most Desirable Seats on an Airplane, According to a New Study

There's no two ways about it: traveling can be stressful. From lost luggage to changes in weather, there are lots of unknowns at play and, thus, a wide room for error. One thing that may make getting to your destination a little less nerve-wracking (and a lot more comfortable) is your airplane seat. And it can be worthwhile putting some thought into the best seat on a plane for you.

The Best Seat on a Plane For Every Type of Passenger, According to Experts

These are the literal hot seats.

While the best airline seats may seem obvious, seating preference often depends on the passenger. As a service to flyers, travel site Upgrade Points surveyed US travelers to see which seats they prefer overall.

“From window seats to exit rows, our airplane seat survey has revealed the preferences and pet peeves of flyers across the nation,” the experts wrote.

To determine the preferred sky thrones, the flight gurus polled 3,142 U.S. travelers for a week from June 14 to June 20. They showed respondents a Boeing 737-800 seat map and had them select their most sought-after seat location. 



The survey...

These are the most popular airplane seats everyone wants to book: survey

As a professional travel writer and all-around wanderluster, it seems like I'm always in a state of packing and unpacking for a flight. I log dozens of flights and many thousands of miles in the air each year for both work and leisure. Off the bat, here's a pro tip...

9 Things You Should Always Carry On A Plane, According To A Frequent Flier

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Tampa, FL

A Florida gastroenterologist has been disciplined after two recent colonoscopy procedures went awry on his watch, including at least one where he couldn’t hear an improperly-sedated patient’s screams because he wasn’t wearing his hearing aids.

Dr. Ishwari Prasad, 84, has been placed on probation by the Florida Board of Medicine after the botched procedures, according to a state Department of Health administrative complaint viewed by USA Today.

Both colonoscopies took place on June 5 last year at the Tampa Ambulatory Surgery Center.



During the first, Prasad is said to have “improperly delegated” medical tasks to a surgical tech who did not have a...

Florida doc, 84, couldn’t hear colonoscopy patient screaming in agony because he wasn’t wearing his hearing aids: complaint

Picking a seat on a plane can often feel like a Goldilocks dilemma to me. That aisle seat that's way up front, so I can get off quickly and not miss my connection, but will likely mean my shoulder gets knocked against each time someone passes by. A window seat that's too far back but is also on the right—and I know I sleep better when I lean in that direction. From the minute I book a flight until the final seconds before boarding, I find myself pulling up the airplane seat map to reassess my options for finding a seat that is “just right.”

These Are the Most Sought-After Seats on a Plane, According to a New Study

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The former president's latest attempt at an insult quickly backfired.

OOPS! Trump Accidentally Hands Kamala Harris And Gavin Newsom A Major Compliment

If you’re planning on visiting one Disney resort this weekend, you may want to think again. Disney’s theme parks have long been considered a cut above the rest. From immersive rides like Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance to beloved classics like Pirates of the Caribbean, plus top-tier entertainment, wholesome character interactions, and dedicated cast members, there are plenty of elements that work in synergy to create “Disney magic.”

New Disney Park Guests Rejected at the Gates, Warning Issued

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United Airlines is making significant changes to its Basic Economy fare policies, according to The Points Guy. Starting August 6, Basic Economy passengers will be allowed to check in online and via airport kiosks, provided they are not bringing a carry-on bag. This update aims to streamline the boarding process and reduce wait times at the airport.

United Airlines Updates The Most Annoying Rules When Passengers Buy Basic Economy Tickets

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Avid travelers know that there is some speculation about what seat is truly the most elite on any given plane. Varying types of fliers may be biased as to what the best seat is in the first place. Budget or comfort fliers can have vastly different preferences. The response to that question can even be impacted by where travelers are from.

According To A New Study, These Are The Best Seats On An Airplane

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And an expert trick for masking any odors

Flight Attendant Reveals the Best Times to Visit the Airplane Restroom

Have you ever experienced the awkward situation of being asked to switch seats by another passenger while traveling on a flight or train? It can be a tricky situation to navigate, and you might wonder if you're a bad person for refusing to give up your window seat or making someone else move. Fortunately, an etiquette expert has shed some light on the correct behavior in these situations. Diane Gottsman, from The Protocol School of Texas, has given insight into the correct behavior when passengers ask to switch seats, reports LADbible.

Expert shares the best way to respond if a fellow passenger asks to switch seats

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Over the past four months, Taylor Swift has faced significant backlash from fans and social media users for her continuous release of multiple versions of her eleventh studio album, The Tortured Poets Department. Originally launched on April 19, 2024...

Fans Are Accusing Taylor Swift Of Being 'Greedy' As She Keeps Releasing Multiple Versions Of Her New Album To 'Prevent Other Female Artists' From Reaching #1

Southwest Airlines is making headlines with a big change: they’re testing out assigned seats on some flights. This is a major shift from their well-known open seating policy, where you board and pick any available seat. So, why now, and how will this impact travelers? Let’s take a look.

Southwest Airlines Shakes Things Up with New Assigned Seating

Time Out

Where do you stand (or rather sit) on window versus aisle? Do you choose a seat near the front of the plane or the rear? A new study by Upgraded Points reveals the airplane seats that Americans scramble to secure. The study reveals not only the most sought-after seats on a plane, but the reasons behind the choices, offering some insight when you book your next flight.

Revealed: the most sought-after airplane seats

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What Happens if You Get Downgraded From a Premium Seat on a Flight?

It happens more than you think. — With therecent ruling from the United States Department of Transportation that provides additional protection for airline passengers, there’s been...

What Happens if You Get Downgraded From a Premium Seat on a Flight?

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