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This week’s burning question: overblown fears? There are those who say H1N1 is an overblown fear. What other kinds of travel phobias are out there, that shouldn’t be? Fear of an airline crash? Fear of food poisoning? Fear of catching an exotic disease? Have you ever had any of these phobias — and if so, how did you overcome them? Please share your thoughts, and don’t forget to include your full name, city and occupation.
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New rule. A lot of consumer advocates look to the future, to a time when passenger rights legislation becomes law. But in my latest MSNBC.com column, I argue that some old rules might do the trick. Maybe it’s time to bring them back. In this week’s Travel Troubleshooter, read all about one passenger’s struggle to get a long, long overdue refund from her airline. And in my new weekly interview column, find out why so many Americans are monolingual and which languages you absolutely must know if you want to be an accomplished world traveler.
All those luggage exclusions? Never mind! You know how airlines say they’re not liable for valuables, including cameras and other electronics, in your checked luggage. Turns out they’re wrong. I also have two H1N1 updates: One on a Princess cruise that was rerouted and another involving online travel agencies. Plus, which airline has the best checked luggage policy? Here’s your answer.
Fly boys. This week’s adventures took us to Fantasy Of Flight in Polk City, Fla., where we saw hundreds of vintage aircraft and even got to see a few of them fly. If you haven’t checked out Souvenirist yet, come on by!
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