The Travel Professor
Join me on a journey across the broad spectrum of interesting travel topics. We’ll discuss destinations domestic and abroad, some familiar and some off the beaten path. We take a look at suppliers like cruise lines, air carriers and tour operators and find their bargains and special offerings. Got questions? Email thetravelprofessor@gmail.com.

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

New airfare ad rules


Have you heard about the new DOT price advertising regulations? 

The Department of Transportation has created a new federal regulation which goes into effect this week that all airline and travel package prices will include the total price including all airline and government related taxes and fuel surcharges.

Optional fees such as baggage fees, meals and entertainment are not included in the fare as they are at the discretion of the traveler.

Consumers should be aware that fares have not increased; they simply reflect a difference in how pricing is displayed.

The new full fare advertising is meant to better assist consumers with comparison shopping.

I agree. This removes all the adds on that many people miss.