AP Travel

You've just finished off the leftover turkey and stuffing, and it's already time to worry about another holiday trip. But procrastinators may find good deals for Christmas and other year-end travel — if they act fast. Fares will be higher than last year, as they were for Thanksgiving . But airlines are starting to examine their December bookings, and lowering fares on some flights where competition is tight or demand isn't as strong. For the traveler willing to study up and act soon, it could...Read Full Story

Shareholders in British Airways PLC and Iberia SA have approved a 5.7 billion pound ($8.9 billion) merger that will create Europe's third-largest airline. More than 99 percent of shareholders from both airlines on Monday voted in favor of the deal — a result that was announced at investor meetings in London and Madrid . The two airlines announced the merger earlier this year as a way to survive in an industry facing falling demand from both business and leisure travelers in the wake of the...Read Full Story

Several U.S. airlines have raised fares by up to $10 per round trip. Rick Seaney, CEO of FareCompare.com, said Wednesday that American Airlines started the increases by boosting prices on flights over 500 miles by $5 each way or $10 roundtrip, and by $3 each way and $6 roundtrip for shorter trips. American Airlines spokesman Tim Smith confirmed the fare increases. He said fares are dictated by supply and demand, and were also influenced by recent increases in fuel costs. The higher fares were...Read Full Story

It's probably the most precious thing on planes this holiday season: space in the overhead bin. Planes are stuffed with travelers, bag fees have driven more luggage into the overheads and Christmas gifts will soon be part of the mix. Some travelers pay extra to get on the plane first and avoid competing with other passengers for bin space. But you don't have to shell out more money just to ensure your bag will fit. The trick is knowing where to sit and when to board. Here's a review of...Read Full Story

It just got a little easier to get around for residents and the 5 million visitors drawn each year to this city of quiet gardens and pastel buildings. Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. announced Thursday that, beginning Nov. 22, there will be no fares charged on the green trolley buses with the wooden trim that travel the Charleston peninsula. The free service will encourage the use of public transportation and make it easier for visitors to get around, the mayor said. "It will take cars off the...Read Full Story