travel industry

US airlines required to automatically refund you for canceled flight

The recent change requiring US airlines to automatically refund passengers for canceled or significantly delayed flights has been a long overdue development in consumer protection. It’s quite shocking to think this wasn’t a standard practice before. In an industry that can disrupt lives with mere announcements of delays or cancellations, automatic refunds provide a much-needed cushion for travelers. I speak from experience; being on the receiving end of a canceled flight is not just an inconvenience; it can throw every part of your carefully planned itinerary into disarray.

I remember when Allegiant Airlines canceled my flight to Florida just before Hurricane Milton made its chaotic impact known.… Continue reading