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The flag carrier of the People’s Republic Of China, Air China Limited is one of the big three mainland Chinese airlines. The airline is well regarded for its staff service and value for money. If you are traveling with Air China in the near future and want to avoid spending time in the airport line then it’s a good idea to opt for the Online Check-In option. Here’s what you need to know about it. Air China states that pas s engers over the age of 18 who have been ticketed electronically with definite flight numbers and who have not made changes to their flight itinerary are eligible for Online Check-In or Web Check-In. If you bought a physical ticket (paper ticket), you won’t be eligible for Online Check-In. The domestic and international flights of Air China have all got an Online Check-In service. If you bought your ticket from any agents or travel agencies you are still eligible for online check-in as long as you have an electronic ticket. If your itinerary includes any flights of a...

In operations for nearly nine decades now, Turkish Airlines is the national flag carrier airline of Turkey. In total, the airline flies to 331 destinations and is widely appreciated for its value for money and overall onboard experience. It has striven to get its passenger’s sports equipment to their destination at a reasonable cost. The airline has been providing carriage for the first set of equipment for multiple sports (such as golf and skiing) without any charges on international flights. Let’s go through the   key points a passenger needs to know if they wish to fly with their sports equipment. If your sports equipment exceeds the maximum weight limit of 32 kg then it will be divided into two sets of baggage and each is charged separately. Your sports equipment will be carried in the hold of the aircraft as it is only accepted as checked baggage. The equipment should be packaged in its special case to protect it from any possible damage. During the reservation process, yo...

Turkish Airlines has been in operations for nearly 90 years now. As the name implies, it is the national flag carrier airline of Turkey. In total, the airline flies to 331 destinations and is widely appreciated for its value for money and overall onboard experience. If you will be flying with Turkish Airlines on a flight to the United States, it’s a good idea to know about their baggage policy. Here’s all you need to know about baggage rules for Turkish Airlines flights to the United States. Talking about   the baggage allowance for infants (a child between the age of 0–2 is considered an infant in the eyes of the airline), in addition to a collapsible stroller, the infant is entitled to one piece of baggage without any cost. The length of the stroller should not exceed 115 centimeters and the baggage should not be over 23 kilograms. In general, all the passengers will be allowed 2 pieces of checked baggage. You can find more information on this on Turkish Airlines’ official websit...

One of the major airlines of the United States and the world’s largest low-cost carrier, Southwest Airlines operates flights without stoppage to over 100 destinations around 10 countries. It is well regarded for its value for money and great customer service. The digital age has made many things hassle-free these days. Most of the complicated flight-related processes have been simplified with online services. If you have booked a Southwest flight, here’s what you need to know about flight Check-In online for Southwest Airlines. The customer who has an eligible reservation can check in online and get a printout of the boarding pass from Southwest Airlines’ official site. The check-in option is made available 24 hours prior to the scheduled flight departure. The boarding pass is also available at the ticket counter, E-Ticket Check-In kiosk, and Skycap podium at the airport. The passenger has the option to Check-In, see the flight status, and also rent a car if they wish to with any of th...

United Airlines is very clear regarding its seat selection and seat change guidelines. Except for the Basic Economy class, the option to Choose a particular seat or change seat assignment is available for all fare classes. The seat(s) can be chosen or changed through the official website of United Airlines or their official app. This can be done for most United and United Express-operated flights. Sometimes it is possible to change  s eats after boarding the plane but do not do so without having asked the flight attendant about it. You can also ask any United Airlines representative at the gate regarding seat change. In the case of Basic Economy, the seat is already assigned to the passenger. Although advanced seat assignments might be available to be purchased during the booking process and until the check-in opens. It is important to note that there is no guarantee for your seat assignments and they can change for any fare classes. Due to changes in flight schedule or other circu...

  The world’s largest low-cost carrier in the world, Southwest Airlines operates non-stop flights to over 100 destinations in around 10 countries. During peak season, Southwest airlines have on average over 4000 departures in operation on a single day. If you are planning to travel with an infant or your child will be traveling alone with Southwest Airlines, it is a good idea to know the basic information related to the Infant and Unaccompanied Minor policy. If your child is over the   age of 14 days and under the age of two years, you will not be charged any fee for the infant’s travel if they are not occupying a seat and traveling in an adult’s lap. The person accompanying the infant should be at least 12 years old or more. It is advised that you carry a copy of the infant’s government issues ID (passport, birth certificate, or any document that can be used as proof of age). The Southwest Employees might ask you for these documents for age verification during your travel. If...

Arguably one of the most popular coastal cities in the world, Miami has been labeled as the ‘Magic City’ for a reason. Located in Miami-Dade County in Southeastern Florida, the city has the third-largest skyline in the United States. Well known for its beach life, Miami is a great place for activities such as boating, fishing, sailing, scuba, and snorkeling. There are multiple popular destinations  i n this magical city. Here’s a list of the most popular ones: Miami Beach South Beach Everglades National Park Little Havana and Calle Ocho Zoo Miami Art Deco Historic District Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Bayside Marketplace Bayfront Park Jungle Island If you are thinking about traveling to Miami based on the great tourist attractions listed above, you shouldn’t wait any longer. Miami is one of those cities which is not only famous for its beauty but also happens to be a huge part of the global pop culture. Talking about the choice of flight, Delta Airlines is a really good opt...

United Arab Emirates-based Emirates (EK) is the largest airline in the Middle East . It is one of the two flag carriers of the country. Emirates has been operating flights without stoppage to over 200 destinations in over 75 countries which happens from its hub located at DXB (Dubai International Airport). There are only a small number of airlines that operate in s i x continents around the world.  Emirates Airlines has been providing a more than satisfactory flying experience to travelers around the globe for over 35 years now.  Even though it is ra...

Turkish Airlines has been in operations for nearly 90 years now. As the name implies, it is the national flag carrier airline of Turkey. It has the distinction of serving the most number of destinations from one single airport. It also flies to the highest number of countries when compared to the other airlines in the world. In total, the airline flies to 331 destinations and has a fleet size of 372. Turkish Airline is also widely appreciated for its value for money and overall onboard experience.  If you have health-related problems or are going to be traveling with a family member or friend who might not be a hundred percent fit and in the worst-case scenario would need medical assistance, then you might have questions regarding the medical services Turkish Airlines can provide you in-flight or at the airport. Here’s what you need to know. The first thing you need to know is that Turkish Airlines flights do not have doctors on duty. What it does offer however is first aid service...

Headquartered in Chicago at Wills Tower, United Airlines has been in operation for over nine decades at this point. It is also the third-largest airline in the world if we are going by the number of routes and fleet size. Anything which has been in existence for over 90 years is bound to have a strong history, and so does United Airlines.  Here are a few cool facts about this American airline. In the 1930s, United Airlines pioneered the hiring of female flight attendants. It created a completely new profession for females. Ellen Church played a major part in this as it was done on her suggestion. Some of the early duties for these hired females were knocking down fences so that planes that were on the ground due to bad weather conditions can take off. United Airlines also happened to be the first among commercial aviation to have a flight kitchen.  The first meal which was served was a choice for passengers between scrambled eggs and fried chicken.  In 1997, United Ai...

Only a couple of years ago, my professional life brought me to America. Ever since I have been here I always wanted to explore the country as America is a huge part of pop culture almost everywhere around the world. One of the first cities that was really high on my list of cities to travel to was St Louis. The second-largest city in Missouri, St Louis is known for its rich heritage and vibrant culture.  The previous week, I was finally able to take the time out of my professional life and visit the amazing city, and saying that it was worth it would be an understatement. There are many popular tourist attractions in St Louis. Here’s a list of a few of the tourist attractions that were the highlight of my trip.  Gateway Arch - Arguably the most popular tourist attraction in St Louis, Gateway Arch is the tallest monument in the United States.  Missouri Botanical Garden - Also known as the Shaw Garden, it comprises a Climatron, a lovely rose garden, a Japanese garden, aqu...

Turkish Airlines has been in operations for nearly 90 years now. As the name implies, it is the national flag carrier airline of Turkey. It has the distinction of serving the most number of destinations from one single airport. It also flies to the highest number of countries when compared to the other airlines in the world. In total, the airline flies to 331 destinations and has a fleet size of 372. Turkish Airline is also widely appreciated for its value for money and overall onboard experience.  If you are planning on traveling with your pet with Turkish Airlines, there are a few things you need to know in advance.  Here are a few of the guidelines one must abide by in order to successfully travel with their pets: The combined weight of the animal and the crate should not exceed 8 kg.  The maximum dimensions allowed for the crate are 23 cm (height) x 30 cm (width) x 40 cm (length) Pregnant animals are not allowed to travel. Also, puppies and kittens under the age of...

The state-owned Caribbean Airlines is the flag carrier of Trinidad and Tobago. It is also the flag carrier of Jamaica & Guyana. It has its headquarter in Iere House in Piarco. This airline operates its flights to the Caribbean, North America, and South America. The airline flies directly to 22 destinations globally.  Talking about the quality of flight satisfaction Caribbean Airlines provides to its passengers, it is well regarded for its customer service, seat comfort, cleanliness (where it is second to none), and onboard experience. It is needless to say that Caribbean Airlines gives great value for money. If you are reading this blog, chances are good that you are planning to fly with Caribbean Airlines in the recent future. You might also be wondering about the reservation process. I am pleased to tell you that the reservation process is easy to follow and completely hassle-free and you will be done with it in no time. Like any other airline, Caribbean Airlines provides its...

Going by the fleet size and passengers it carries, Air Canada Airlines is the largest airline in Canada. The airline was founded nearly 85 years ago and has been providing great services in terms of flight satisfaction to its passengers ever since. It serves more than 200 destinations over six continents.  If you are planning on flying with Air Canada to one of these 200+ destinations and want to get information on the documents you will be requiring for a successful flight, then you will find this blog post helpful. The documents required are listed on the official website of Air Canada and it divides these documents into three different categories. These categories are ID requirements, Passports & Visas, and Travel Documents for Children. Passport You must be carrying a valid passport with you in order to travel between destinations via most countries. If you don’t have a passport, it is a no-brainer that you should apply for one well in advance of your planned travel dates. ...