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Southwest Airlines' online corporate booking tool saves business travelers time and money. Book business travel online and earn bonus points with Rapid Rewards.

More than 30 years after Southwest Airlines introduced the low-cost business model, start-up carriers continue to follow suit.

The darling of the airline industry, Southwest Airlines (stock symbol LUV) has set the standard for economical, convenient and efficient air travel; here's how they do it

Brand recognition is Marketing 101, yet many neglect this crucial part of building a business.

Flyglobespan uses a 737-800 on its Glasgow-Boston route. What does this mean for other budget carriers dreaming of launching a low-cost, long-haul service?

Skybus, Jet Blue, Air Tran, and Southwest airlines have given US air travelers low cost alternatives to secondary airports much like in Europe.

The UAE's low cost airline will increase it's fleet size 400% with an IPO according to His Highness Sheikh Abdullah Bin Mohammad Al Thani, Chairman of Air Arabia.

Awful service from airline staffers - more than high fares or new fees - have turned fliers into crankier customers than ever, says a leading market research firm.

Twitter has much potential for any business that wants to build a dialogue with its customers, from the single proprietor to large corporations.

If you've ever thought about following your team on the road, you know that you must plan ahead. Below are tips on how you can make your trip cheap and easy!

Defying the economic downturn and unpredictable fuel prices, the Sharjah based airline has staged a performance unrivaled since Herb Kelleher launched Southwest Airlines.

The holiday season is the busiest for travel, to family reunions or romantic getaways, skiing or the beach. There are airline and hotel discounts and deals, though.

Don't want to drive between LA and Vegas? Here are some alternate means of getting back and forth without spending a lot of money.

Airline rewards credit cards offer business travelers more ways to save money. Overview of business miles credit cards from major airlines.

Without warning, budget airline ATA declares bankruptcy and shuts down. Why it happened and what to do if you're holding a ticket.

In the United States, the Thanksgiving holiday means full airplanes and clogged roads. A few tips can help travelers avoid the major pitfalls of holiday travel.

Details of the "Disability" category of complaints against airlines in the US for the year 2006. Government statistics and additional non-government calculations.

Boomers and seniors can join friends and spouses on money-saving vacations to major league Cactus League and Grapefruit League games and World Baseball Classic.

Much smaller than Chicago's O'hare Airport, the Midway International Airport offers shorter lines, less walking and a more friendly and somewhat stress free atmosphere.

The Canadian Transportation Agency rules that severely disabled persons may fly with a personal care attendant at no extra charge. Obese persons may have extra room.

Marketing often takes a lead communications role however, public relations resulting in media coverage has a higher ROI owing to lower costs and its high impact.

Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX) bills itself "America's Friendliest Airport" and lives up to that reputation meeting the needs of disabled passengers.

Employee Unions throughout Europe are taking an assertive stance toward management at the beleaguered aircraft manufacturer Airbus.

Travel deals don't wait. Book these fares quickly before they expire, and enjoy your next travel adventure at a discount.

Check out these airline discounts and special fares available in June for adventure travel to destinations around the world, good for travel now through autumn.

Airlines turn to balance sheets and brand image when turbulence strikes.

An excellent " What's the Deal?" column rounds up the best travel bargains around the globe, by land, sea and air - and it appears online first.

Instead of flipping through the AP Stylebook for every basic question, use this cheat sheet to look up general AP style rules and spellings.

United, AirTran and Frontier were among airlines ranked worst as customer satisfaction continued to decline, driven by service, flight crews and fees, JD Power says.

The TSA limits carryon luggage to one bag plus a personal-type item; additional bags must be checked. Find out what Delta, United and other airlines charge to check bags.

The 25th anniversary of the Chicago Blues Festival hears sounds of music on seven stages at Grant Park near the Lake Michigan water front.

Luggage fees have become significant factors in choosing airline flights, if you can decipher them. Here's a comparison of the major airline charges for checked bags.

There are a number of downsides to using corporate rewards cards. This overview of frequent flyer credit cards from major airlines spells out some of the snags.

Self-inflating life jackets are important safety gear that should always be at hand. Carrying PFDs with CO2 cylinders onboard aircraft can create problems for boaters.

Pittsburgh Airport is serviced by 13 airlines and has more than 190 non-stop flights each day. The Airmall offers specialty shops and restaurants for business travelers.

Make sure you give yourself enough time to park, pass through security, and check-in at Reno Tahoe Airport.

As part of the "one person - one fare" decision, Canadian airlines cannot charge extra to passengers who need more space because of a disability - including obesity.

For years visitors driving to Northwest Florida beaches have made Destin, Fort Walton, Panama City, Pensacola and other Gulf Coast towns their summer vacation destination

They'll join 13 other ad favorites in Kansas City's Advertising Icon Museum. The museum will also induct the slogans "Virginia is for Lovers" and "Like a Good Neighbor."

Flying with infants or toddlers requires time and forethought. Flying with young children requires travel planning with the comfort of the traveling children in mind.

The Orange County Airport, also known as John Wayne (SNA) Airport, offers a chance for Orange County visitors to quickly access business, shopping and beaches.

Twitter is more than a silly technology for chit chat. It may be a new tool for political groups, emergency situations, and business.

Were you delayed this weekend? New storm meant more jetliners stuck; more airports crippled; more boomers, seniors and other travelers made miserable

The airline industry competes on price, rather than quality. Improving the air travel experience would increase both plane passenger satisfaction and airlines' profits.

Here are some last-minute holiday gift ideas for the ice skating athlete on your Christmas list.

When the pilots of Garuda Flight GA-200 claimed they were affected by windshear, the pilot community stood up and listened.

Garuda flight GA-200, a Boeing 737-497 (PK-GZC), crashed on landing from Jakarta to Yogyakarta March 7, 2007. Here's what the investigation will focus on?

Imported from Merrie Olde England, Mummers' antics were once reviled. Today, mumming is reborn as the visually extravagant January First Philadelphia Mummers Parade.

One of the biggest chunks of any budget is getting to your destination. Here are my tried and true tips for saving money on purchasing airfare online.

Thanksgiving and travel go together; whether it's a trip to Grandma's or a trip to the Bahamas, many people feel the urge to leave town over the Thanksgiving holiday.