What is the cheapest way to stay in New York City?
I live in the Dallas Fort Worth area & might be going to NYC for about 3 nights during Christmas time, what's the cheapest flights, food, ground transportation etc. This will include 1 child (14) & 3 adults (18), (38) & (41). The hotel by the way has to be in a nicer area of NYC. Thanks!
New York City - 6 Answers
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Manhattan during Christmas season is at it's peak of tourist. Hotels are booked, bed and breakfasts are impossible, etc. So I would advise you to make your reservations now. And Manhattan is pricey anyway. And at it peak, it's very, very pricey. The best hotels in the best part of town have prices beyond belief. I live here and I refuse to pay their prices, even in the off season. You're best option for your needs would be a motel. There are a few within walking distance of Midtown which might suffice. Contact the NYC office of Tourism, West 42nd Street & Broadway, Manhattan Telephone 888-VISIT-NY. Have a great holiday.
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In regards to hotel and airfare, well that depends on your budget. May I recommend the links below. http://travel.yahoo.com/p-hotel-191501980?fromiy=1 (Hotel room rate in NYC) http://www.airfare.com/ (check and compare airfare from Dallas to NYC) In regards to food, again that depends on your budget. There are thousands of restaurants in the Five Boroughs of New York City. Depending on your taste, your budget and your preferred location, may I recommend the link below. http://www.menupages.com/ -- MenuPages.com is the one of the best website on the online. It included menus with prices, as well as restaurant reviews. In regards to ground transportation, the best and cheapest way to travel to get around the City will be by public transit. The fare on the subway is $2.25 a ride, per person, regardless of distance travels. However, since you're going to be in town for 3 nights, may I recommend purchase a 1-day Fun Pass unlimited ride MetroCard, which will give unlimited ride on the subway and bus system for 1 day. The card cost $8.25 per person, per day ($33 a day). In regard to things to do and see during Christmas, may I recommend the following. Landmarks -Empire State Building -Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island -Rockefeller Center and the Top of the Rock Observation Deck, as well as the Christmas Tree and a tour of the NBC studios -Times Square (no trip is complete without a visit to the"Crossroads of the World") -Lower Manhattan/Wall Street Area -United Nations -Central Park -Brooklyn Bridge (you can walk across it too) -Grand Central Terminal (largest railroad terminal in the world) -A Ride on the Staten Island Ferry (its free and you can see the Statue of Liberty as the ferry crosses the harbor) -Sightseeing tour on a Double Decker Bus Museums -Museum Mile (Fifth Avenue from East 82nd to East 103rd Streets) -Museum of Natural History and the Rose Center for Earth and Space (formerly the Hayden Platerium) -MoMa -Whitney Museum of American Art -New Museum of Contemporary Art -Madame Tussaud Wax Museum -New York City Fire Museum -New York City Police Museum -Transit Museum -The Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum -Brooklyn Museum -Milk Gallery -American Craft Museum -Museum of American Folk Art -Museum of the Moving Image -The Paley Center For Media (formerly the Museum of Television and Radio) -The Municipal Art Society Shopping -Macy's (West 34th Street and Broadway in the heart of Hearld Square) -Bloomingdale's (Lexington Avenue at East 59 and East 60 Streets) -The shops along Fifth Avenue (just don't max out you credit cards) -FAO Schwarz -Toys "R" Us in Times Square -Lord and Taylor (5th Avenue at East 38th Street) -Chinatown/Canal Street Area (if you want to go on the cheap for the stuff you can't get on Fifth Avenue) -NBA Store (for the basketball fan - 5th Avenue at East 52nd Street) -The Apple Computer Store (East 59th Street and Fifth Avenue) -The Time Warner Center (West 59th Street - Columbus Circle) -Hershey Store (for those with a sweet tooth) -M&M World (49th Street and 7th Avenue) -Grand Central Terminal (for the shopping) -H&M -Century 21 Department Store (Church and Cortlandt Street) -forever 21 -Barneys New York (660 Madison Ave) -Abercrombie & Fitch (5th Avenue @ 57th Street and Water Street between Fulton and John Streets) -American Eagle Outfitters (4 locations in Manhattan) -Urban Outfitter (8 locations in Manhattan) -Manhattan Mall -Queens Center Mall -Queens Place Mall -Roosevelt Field Mall (on Long Island) -Fulton Street Mall -Kings Plaza Mall -Woodbury Common Premium Outlets -Garden State Plaza -The Westchester Mall -Palisades Center Mall -Westfield Sunrise Mall -Green Acres Mall -Jersey Gardens I hope this information is very helpful. Good luck Native New Yorker
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there are quite a few sites that you can search that will likely show you great hotels at the best prices available. check out the website BookMe and you will be able to compare prices on all the reputable travel sites in just a couple minutes. it's very convenient and will save you a bunch of time and money. Also, make sure you buy them online... otherwise they charge much higher fees for phone orders. good luck.
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Use travelocity and with this code get a huge discount. http://tinyurl.com/travelocitycoupon
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if i were you i would just stay in north nj and come in thru the newark airport. nyc its like 45 minutes at the most and its way cheaper than having to pay a hotel in nyc in such a busy season.
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DEFINITELY STAY IN HOTEL PENNSYLVANIA! The hotel is located right across the street from Penn Station/ Madison Square Garden which is also very close to Times Square. It was built in 1919 by McKim, Mead & White, They also designed The NYC Municipal building, original Penn Station, which used to stand in what is now Madison Garden, and many other US national landmarks. The hotel's architecture is the gorgeous Neo-Renaissance style. the Hotel is very affordable. there are breathtaking views of the city from the bedrooms too. Glenn Miller, the famous band leader, wrote the song Pennsylvania 6-5000 about the hotel. Glenn Miller also stayed and preformed in the hotel for his Honeymoon, and numerous other times. Hotel Pennsylvania for the last 90 years has been the worlds most popular hotel after serving over 3 million guests! Hotel Penn is very clean and satisfying, and has recently been renovated. Prices range from $99 and up. They also just created larger rooms that can hold a huge amount of people! The hotel has also just recently one an award for being the "greenest" hotel in Manhattan. Unfortunately the Hotel is being threatened for demolition so enjoy the hotel while you can. Even if you don't stay in this hotel please go and add the hotel on myspace and a facebook. If you would like to add them in myspace, their URL is http://www.myspace.com/savethehotel. On facebook, just search Save Hotel Pennsylvania. Also, PLEASE VISIT http://savethehotelpenn.blogspot.com/. The official website of the hotel where you can learn more information on staying there is http://www.hotelpenn.com/. PLEASE HELP AND SAVE THE PAST!
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Monday, March 1, 2010
what will i need to know for my airplane flight
what will i need to know for my airplane flight?
hi im in need of some help in dealing with buying an airplane ticket and what to expect seeing as how i've never flown before. I will be leaving during the end of february from lax to fort worth/dallas and its a one-way ticket. here are my question i have. do i need an id? i don't have a drivers license but i read itd be ok id just go through more security screenings. Also would it be better to buy my ticket online or can i buy it at lax on the day i want to go? any info would be greatly appreciated,thanks.
Air Travel - 3 Answers
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You can go to your tag office and get an official State ID card - it kind of looks like a drivers license but it's just an ID card. I think they are like $15. Or if you have an expired license that still works for an ID. It would be easier to buy the ticket ahead of time. Also make sure you don't have any metal things on your person - no jewelry, try to find pants and shirts with no buttons or zippers. And wear shoes that can be taken off easily because they make you take them off.
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You will need official verification of your address at the time you purchase the ticket, on line, by telephone or at the ticket window. You will also need the flight confirmation number, the flight number and gate of departure when you arrive at the airport . You might be asked for a picture identification at the gate upon departure, depending on the security alert level. You should have all those things before the day of departure to avoid confusion and chaos.
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DO NOT buy your ticket at the airport on the day of your flight...it's very likely you will pay a lot assuming you can even get on a flight. Go to Kayak.com or Expedia and buy your ticket in advance. And yes, you absolutely, positively will need a state issued ID or a passport to get through security. Do not pack any liquids or gels in your carry-on because they will get thrown away and you'll get help up at security. Get to the airport at least 90 minutes before your flight in case security lines are long. Once you're through security, just find your gate and wait until your flight boards. Once you buy your ticket online you can often print your boarding pass at home 24 hours before the flight. Or you can use the self-service kiosk at the ticket counter to get your boarding pass (you'll need to check your bag at the counter anyway). You will not be able to go through security without a boarding pass. Don't worry, someone will be on hand to help you if you get flustered.
hi im in need of some help in dealing with buying an airplane ticket and what to expect seeing as how i've never flown before. I will be leaving during the end of february from lax to fort worth/dallas and its a one-way ticket. here are my question i have. do i need an id? i don't have a drivers license but i read itd be ok id just go through more security screenings. Also would it be better to buy my ticket online or can i buy it at lax on the day i want to go? any info would be greatly appreciated,thanks.
Air Travel - 3 Answers
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You can go to your tag office and get an official State ID card - it kind of looks like a drivers license but it's just an ID card. I think they are like $15. Or if you have an expired license that still works for an ID. It would be easier to buy the ticket ahead of time. Also make sure you don't have any metal things on your person - no jewelry, try to find pants and shirts with no buttons or zippers. And wear shoes that can be taken off easily because they make you take them off.
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You will need official verification of your address at the time you purchase the ticket, on line, by telephone or at the ticket window. You will also need the flight confirmation number, the flight number and gate of departure when you arrive at the airport . You might be asked for a picture identification at the gate upon departure, depending on the security alert level. You should have all those things before the day of departure to avoid confusion and chaos.
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DO NOT buy your ticket at the airport on the day of your flight...it's very likely you will pay a lot assuming you can even get on a flight. Go to Kayak.com or Expedia and buy your ticket in advance. And yes, you absolutely, positively will need a state issued ID or a passport to get through security. Do not pack any liquids or gels in your carry-on because they will get thrown away and you'll get help up at security. Get to the airport at least 90 minutes before your flight in case security lines are long. Once you're through security, just find your gate and wait until your flight boards. Once you buy your ticket online you can often print your boarding pass at home 24 hours before the flight. Or you can use the self-service kiosk at the ticket counter to get your boarding pass (you'll need to check your bag at the counter anyway). You will not be able to go through security without a boarding pass. Don't worry, someone will be on hand to help you if you get flustered.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Traveling with Portable Oxygen
Traveling with Portable Oxygen?
Need some advice,suggestions,and tips for Flying AA and for the first time with Portable Oxygen. Portland, Oregon to Dallas/Fort Worth about a 3 hour flight.
Respiratory Diseases - 3 Answers
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http://www.homeoxygen.org/airtrav.html found another site ... Planning Ahead On AA.com http://www.aa.com/content/travelInformation/specialAssistance/planningAhead.jhtml
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Another good thing to do is to contact your oxygen supply company and have them help with your arrangements. Airlines will not let you take a portable on board, but many of the larger oxygen suppliers have branches in big cities. They can be sure that you have O2 at the airport until you board your flight and that there is someone to meet you at your destination and set you up with equipment where you'll be staying. The airlines will let you use their O2 during flight, but I guarantee they will charge you dearly.
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Some airlines will let you use a portable concentrator, there are 2 acceptable brands Problem is these cost $595 a week to rent I think American charges $700 to use theirs, per leg. One flight I wanted to do was 4 changes or $2800 Southwest allows a couple brands of concentrators at no extra charge
Need some advice,suggestions,and tips for Flying AA and for the first time with Portable Oxygen. Portland, Oregon to Dallas/Fort Worth about a 3 hour flight.
Respiratory Diseases - 3 Answers
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http://www.homeoxygen.org/airtrav.html found another site ... Planning Ahead On AA.com http://www.aa.com/content/travelInformation/specialAssistance/planningAhead.jhtml
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Another good thing to do is to contact your oxygen supply company and have them help with your arrangements. Airlines will not let you take a portable on board, but many of the larger oxygen suppliers have branches in big cities. They can be sure that you have O2 at the airport until you board your flight and that there is someone to meet you at your destination and set you up with equipment where you'll be staying. The airlines will let you use their O2 during flight, but I guarantee they will charge you dearly.
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Some airlines will let you use a portable concentrator, there are 2 acceptable brands Problem is these cost $595 a week to rent I think American charges $700 to use theirs, per leg. One flight I wanted to do was 4 changes or $2800 Southwest allows a couple brands of concentrators at no extra charge
Sunday, February 14, 2010
How early can I go to the airport and go through security
How early can I go to the airport and go through security?
I'm going to Wichita Falls, Texas to visit my fiance at his technical school (USAF) and I'm flying into Dallas/Fort Worth International airport. My flight for home leaves at 6 am and Wichita Falls is a 2 hour and 15 minute drive to Dallas. Rather than get up at 2am to drive to the airport with enough time to return the car rental and make it through security, I wanted to know if I could go through security the night before and just hang out overnight in the terminal. It would save me some hassle with the car rental and some money.
Air Travel - 5 Answers
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and they don't like people in the terminals at night, if there are no flights and you aren't 'stranded' by a flight. They make you leave now...
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pretty sure they clear out secure area overnight. There are a hundred "value" hotels around the airport...
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YOu can go to the airport any time you want to but you wouldn't get to go through security until about an hour before your flight.
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Ugh, I drive to New Orleans which is 2.5 hours away and sometimes my flight is that early. I know you said money is an issue but look into cheap hotels nearby with an airport shuttle so you can drive in, drop your car off, stay the night, and hotel shuttle to the airport the next morning. Motel 6 is always cheap, stay a night there and drop the rental off in the morning. Or use couch surfing and see if anyone has a room nearby, for cheap or free. Then find those totals and see if it's worth spending that extra money or just getting up early. Sometimes I try to motivate myself with a breakfast treat at the airport when I get there. Or make a good mix CD to listen to on the drive. Prepare a smoothie or good coffee to be ready in the morning, or stop at a convenience store for something to get you going. I've always found it was just cheaper to get up early and go than to try much the night before, but you might have better luck.
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the closest you can get it turning everything in then staying at a "airport hotel" those are usually 150 a night with a free shuttle to the air port.
I'm going to Wichita Falls, Texas to visit my fiance at his technical school (USAF) and I'm flying into Dallas/Fort Worth International airport. My flight for home leaves at 6 am and Wichita Falls is a 2 hour and 15 minute drive to Dallas. Rather than get up at 2am to drive to the airport with enough time to return the car rental and make it through security, I wanted to know if I could go through security the night before and just hang out overnight in the terminal. It would save me some hassle with the car rental and some money.
Air Travel - 5 Answers
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and they don't like people in the terminals at night, if there are no flights and you aren't 'stranded' by a flight. They make you leave now...
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pretty sure they clear out secure area overnight. There are a hundred "value" hotels around the airport...
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YOu can go to the airport any time you want to but you wouldn't get to go through security until about an hour before your flight.
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Ugh, I drive to New Orleans which is 2.5 hours away and sometimes my flight is that early. I know you said money is an issue but look into cheap hotels nearby with an airport shuttle so you can drive in, drop your car off, stay the night, and hotel shuttle to the airport the next morning. Motel 6 is always cheap, stay a night there and drop the rental off in the morning. Or use couch surfing and see if anyone has a room nearby, for cheap or free. Then find those totals and see if it's worth spending that extra money or just getting up early. Sometimes I try to motivate myself with a breakfast treat at the airport when I get there. Or make a good mix CD to listen to on the drive. Prepare a smoothie or good coffee to be ready in the morning, or stop at a convenience store for something to get you going. I've always found it was just cheaper to get up early and go than to try much the night before, but you might have better luck.
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the closest you can get it turning everything in then staying at a "airport hotel" those are usually 150 a night with a free shuttle to the air port.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
How to get from Dallas, TX to Shreveport, LA
How to get from Dallas, TX to Shreveport, LA?
Please I need to know wich is the best option (besides taking a Flight) to get from Dallas, Texas to Shreveport, Louisiana, (I will be landing at Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport) and how much will I spend. Thank You. I heard something about Amtrak rail service, it sounds good Does anybody know about it? or you think is not a good idea.
Dallas - 6 Answers
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Amtrak is good. Here is your best option... http://tickets.amtrak.com/itd/amtrak Good luck , Have fun...
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If you are not going to fly you could take the bus. It is cheaper and probably as fast as amtrak. the trains in the U.S. are not like the trains in Europe
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Driving takes three to four hours, so by train it will be about the same. Unless you get lucky and the freight trains don't hold you up.
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i make that trip at least once a month. just take I-20 straight to louisiana, it passes right through the middle of shreveport. very simple.
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I-20 east and there you are. I would drive. It's like the other person said only 3 hours or so.
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i actually JUST got back home to dallas from shrevepot about an hour ago. The best way is to drive. Its a boring drive... but its only 3 hours. From Dallas.. take 635 south to 80. Then that to I20 east and that will take you all the way to Shreveport. The speed limit is 70 daytime and 65 night time pretty much the whole way.
Please I need to know wich is the best option (besides taking a Flight) to get from Dallas, Texas to Shreveport, Louisiana, (I will be landing at Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport) and how much will I spend. Thank You. I heard something about Amtrak rail service, it sounds good Does anybody know about it? or you think is not a good idea.
Dallas - 6 Answers
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Amtrak is good. Here is your best option... http://tickets.amtrak.com/itd/amtrak Good luck , Have fun...
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If you are not going to fly you could take the bus. It is cheaper and probably as fast as amtrak. the trains in the U.S. are not like the trains in Europe
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Driving takes three to four hours, so by train it will be about the same. Unless you get lucky and the freight trains don't hold you up.
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i make that trip at least once a month. just take I-20 straight to louisiana, it passes right through the middle of shreveport. very simple.
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I-20 east and there you are. I would drive. It's like the other person said only 3 hours or so.
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i actually JUST got back home to dallas from shrevepot about an hour ago. The best way is to drive. Its a boring drive... but its only 3 hours. From Dallas.. take 635 south to 80. Then that to I20 east and that will take you all the way to Shreveport. The speed limit is 70 daytime and 65 night time pretty much the whole way.
Monday, February 1, 2010
Minor's flight information
Minor's flight information!?
Okay... so im going to make this simple.. i need help please it is important. I am a 15 year old boy. Live in Chicago and going to Fort Worth, Texas. (most likely departing from O'Hare airport. Although Midway would be preferable for I live 5 minutes away from it) Well here are some questions i would like answered. help will be appreciated.. i am DESPERATE. 1.- So ive checked online for tickets. It asks "time for departure and return" then gives me a cost after ive chosen the flights. of $364. now is this for both the flights.. or for each (meaning to go $364 and to come $364 totaling to around $730 +bagging costs and all)?? 2.- Okay.. I am aware of the unacopanied minor services, or the normal services (meaning no chaperone and no extra costs) I will NOT choose the service, which makes me like an adult traveling i believe. and am submitted to searching and being pulled out for further information or such. now.. even if i do not choose it. Do i still need my parents or guardian to drop me off? 3.- Ofcourse.. no I.D. other than school I.D. will be available. will that work out? 4.- around what is the cost for like bags being put in the airplane? 5.- any extra info you would think reliable please
Air Travel - 2 Answers
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1. It will depend on how the website is configured. There are sites which would give you the total cost immediately for the roundtrip tkt but there are times when it gives you the breakdown per direction instead. Have you got to the part where it says total cost. That page will tell you the total cost for the roundtrip fare. 2 normally somebody would have to accompany you during check in. Could somebody assist you during check in? It would be better if you have somebody with you and look like a kid than miss your flight. 3. call the airline company you are travelling with and check with them what form of identification will be acceptable for the specific airport you are departing from. TSA.GOV is very helpful. http://www.tsa.gov https://contact.tsa.dhs.gov/DynaForm.aspx?FormID=60 4. Baggage....it will depend on the airline you are travelling with. Check on their site for baggage information. It is better than calling them. 5. SINCE you are a minor and travelling alone it is advisable for you to choose a non stop flight. Trust me, it will keep you out of trouble.
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Look up southwest.com. They only have a policy for children traveling alone for 12 and under. So you will be okay. If you are planning on doing a round trip the fees can be different depending on the day of the week you travel. You can purchase a outgoing flight for 145 and a returning flight for more or less depending on the time and day. Also check out airtran they are the airlines that are offering great deals right now. You can go to the end and get a total of the trip including taxes without putting any information in. As for being 15 you will need your school ID to enter security, up to 15 no ID is needed. Most airlines are charging 15 for first check in bag each way. All the food aboard the plane will cost, so buy a snack at the airport for your flight. Some airlines also charge if you want to book a certain seat. These fees run anywhere from 5 -20 depending on the seat. Remember if you choose a seat you will be charged if you change it. If you give the dates you are looking for travel and the airport codes I will see what I can come up with.
Okay... so im going to make this simple.. i need help please it is important. I am a 15 year old boy. Live in Chicago and going to Fort Worth, Texas. (most likely departing from O'Hare airport. Although Midway would be preferable for I live 5 minutes away from it) Well here are some questions i would like answered. help will be appreciated.. i am DESPERATE. 1.- So ive checked online for tickets. It asks "time for departure and return" then gives me a cost after ive chosen the flights. of $364. now is this for both the flights.. or for each (meaning to go $364 and to come $364 totaling to around $730 +bagging costs and all)?? 2.- Okay.. I am aware of the unacopanied minor services, or the normal services (meaning no chaperone and no extra costs) I will NOT choose the service, which makes me like an adult traveling i believe. and am submitted to searching and being pulled out for further information or such. now.. even if i do not choose it. Do i still need my parents or guardian to drop me off? 3.- Ofcourse.. no I.D. other than school I.D. will be available. will that work out? 4.- around what is the cost for like bags being put in the airplane? 5.- any extra info you would think reliable please
Air Travel - 2 Answers
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1. It will depend on how the website is configured. There are sites which would give you the total cost immediately for the roundtrip tkt but there are times when it gives you the breakdown per direction instead. Have you got to the part where it says total cost. That page will tell you the total cost for the roundtrip fare. 2 normally somebody would have to accompany you during check in. Could somebody assist you during check in? It would be better if you have somebody with you and look like a kid than miss your flight. 3. call the airline company you are travelling with and check with them what form of identification will be acceptable for the specific airport you are departing from. TSA.GOV is very helpful. http://www.tsa.gov https://contact.tsa.dhs.gov/DynaForm.aspx?FormID=60 4. Baggage....it will depend on the airline you are travelling with. Check on their site for baggage information. It is better than calling them. 5. SINCE you are a minor and travelling alone it is advisable for you to choose a non stop flight. Trust me, it will keep you out of trouble.
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Look up southwest.com. They only have a policy for children traveling alone for 12 and under. So you will be okay. If you are planning on doing a round trip the fees can be different depending on the day of the week you travel. You can purchase a outgoing flight for 145 and a returning flight for more or less depending on the time and day. Also check out airtran they are the airlines that are offering great deals right now. You can go to the end and get a total of the trip including taxes without putting any information in. As for being 15 you will need your school ID to enter security, up to 15 no ID is needed. Most airlines are charging 15 for first check in bag each way. All the food aboard the plane will cost, so buy a snack at the airport for your flight. Some airlines also charge if you want to book a certain seat. These fees run anywhere from 5 -20 depending on the seat. Remember if you choose a seat you will be charged if you change it. If you give the dates you are looking for travel and the airport codes I will see what I can come up with.
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