• Delta cuts capacity by 40%

    Delta, Other Airlines Waive Change Fees

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    Delta Air Lines and other airlines have dropped any charges for changing flights due to the coronavirus pandemic.

    Coronavirus Pandemic: Airline Change Fees

    The airlines are trying to cope with travel plans that have been in disarray as the nation and much of the world adjusts to the new normal due to COVID-19.

    Here are the change fee policies for each airline:

    Delta Air Lines

    Delta is broadly waiving change fees for travel affected by COVID-19/coronavirus. That means all travel departing in March or April 2020, as well as all tickets purchased in March 2020. See Delta’s change fee policy here.

    American Airlines

    American Airlines is letting you cancel your flight online now. They want you to call when you’re ready to rebook. See American Airline’s change fee policy here.

    If you:

    • Bought your ticket before March 1, 2020, for travel through April 30, 2020, you can rebook without change fees.
    • Booked your trip March 1 – March 31, 2020, for travel through January 30, 2021, you can also change your reservation at a later date without change fees.

    United Airlines

    United says it will continue to fly its regular schedule from Europe to the U.S. through March 20, except Houston-London and Denver-London, which they’re suspending after March 16.

    From March 20 through the end of April, United expects to fly three daily flights to London and have daily service to Amsterdam, Brussels, Dublin, Paris and Zurich

    See United Airline’s change fee policy here.

    Southwest Airlines

    As you may know, Southwest already has a no-fee policy in place for all its fares. 

    If you would like to rebook, you may change your travel up to 60 days from your original flight date by visiting Southwest.com/rebook.

    Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. Here are some helpful links:

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  • Travel Ban: Everything You Need To Know

    Travel Ban: Everything You Need To Know

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    With the European travel ban due to the coronavirus pandemic in effect, many wonder if a domestic travel ban is next at Hartsfield-Jackson as well as other international airports.

    The travel ban from parts of Europe went into effect Friday, March 13 as U.S. officials try to contain the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.

    What Is The Travel Ban From Europe?

    The European travel restrictions mean that Europeans are banned from flying to the United States for 30 days.

    All U.S. travelers who have come back are being screened for coronavirus upon arrival at 13 U.S. airports. 

    What Are The 13 Airports Screening For Coronavirus?

    1. Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) Massachusetts
    2. Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), Illinois
    3. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), Texas
    4. Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), Hawaii
    5. Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), Michigan
    6. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), Georgia
    7. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), New York
    8. Los Angeles International Airport, (LAX), California
    9. Miami International Airport (MIA), Florida
    10. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), New Jersey
    11. San Francisco International Airport (SFO), California
    12. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), Washington
    13. Washington-Dulles International Airport (IAD), Virginia
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  • Delta cuts capacity by 40%

    Delta Cuts Capacity Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

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    Delta Air Lines announced Friday that it is cutting its capacity by 70% as travel demand plunges to unseen levels due to the coronavirus pandemic.

    The Atlanta-based company said that it is experiencing “unprecedented revenue impact.”

    The airline industry has been hit the hardest by the coronavirus pandemics, especially after the U.S. instituted a travel ban from most of Europe.

    Coronavirus Pandemic Causes Delta To Cut Capacity

    Cancellations are rising dramatically with net bookings now negative for travel over the next four weeks. To put that in perspective, we’re currently seeing more cancellations than new bookings over the next month,” the company said in a news release.

    Other measures Delta is implementing include the following:

    • Suspending flights to continental Europe, except for London
    • Instituting a hiring freeze and offering voluntary short-term, unpaid leaves immediately
    • Parking up to 300 aircraft

    Along with other major airlines, Delta is currently waiving change fees for all flights booked between March 1-31.

    The no-fee flight changes also apply to international flights previously booked and scheduled to fly in March.

    Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some helpful links:


    Once you get your passport, you should be ready for your trip. Make sure you have found the cheapest flights from Atlanta that are on sale.  

    To Atlanta is one of the most convenient places to travel to and from. A large part of that is because Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is so accessible.

    Not only is it the world’s busiest airport, but it’s state-of-the-art in every way. If you’re interesting in traveling around Atlanta via car or even on scooter, here’s what to know.

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  • Biscoff cookies - how to make

    Delta: Our Most Tasty Snack Is Here To Stay

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    Delta Air Lines recently reassured travelers that its most consistent delicacy — Biscoff cookies — aren’t going anywhere.

    “Yep, still got ’em,” the airline recently posted on Twitter.

    The tweet was in response to United Airlines, which announced that it was removing Biscoff cookies for a while and replacing them with Oreo thin mints.
     
    The reaction was swift from United’s fans though, with many travelers saying that NO ONE wants Oreo thin mints over Biscoffs.
     
    United said it will bring Biscoff cookies back in the spring though. Responding to the tweetstorm, United tweeted:
    “Internet, we won’t go baking your heart. We have an ongoing rotation of snacks… so here’s how the cookie crumbles for this round:
    • OREO Thins = on board March 1
    • Biscoff = comes back May 1
    • Stroopwafel = here always
       

    Airlines That Serve Biscoff Cookies

    As it stands, the number of airlines that serve Biscoff cookies are down to a handful. Including United’s seasoning offerings, they are:
    • American Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Delta Air LInes
    • WestJet
    Biscoff cookies are gluten-free ginger spice treats made from cookie butter. The main ingredient is comprised of speculoos cookie crumbs, fat, flour, and sugar.
     
    Many a baker has tried to make Biscoff cookies, but one of the simplest recipes is HERE.
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  • How To Fly To Japan For Free This Summer

    How To Fly To Japan For Free This Summer

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    Japan Airlines is inviting 50,000 people to fly for free to the island nation. The deal is only for visitors to Japan in summer 2020.

    The offer is part of a marketing campaign to get people to visit less-frequented cities. If you want to explore Japan, now’s your time. The Travel period is from this specific time period only: July 1, 2020 to September 30.

    Here’s How To Travel To Japan For Free

    Japan is offering up to 100,000 seats on Japan Airlines domestic routes. Here are the details you need to know:

    • This campaign provides “round-trip air tickets”, so the number of available passengers is “maximum 50,000”.
    • There are a limited number of available seats, so in some cases no destinations will be shown.

    To take advantage of the offer, you have to do three things:

    1. Click on the Application Screen: Trip with JAL application screen and choose a departure location, day, number of people and time slot
    2. Choose Among Four Destinations: Enter passenger information and apply
    3. Get Your Destination Confirmed: You’ll get an email within 3 days of applying telling you your destination
       

    Visit this link to get the deal.

    Since air traffic drops off significantly late at night, early morning offers most airlines and airports a clean slate from which to launch a new day of on-time departures. And while these best intentions often don’t make it to lunchtime, booking an early-morning flight can mean avoiding the worst delays of the day.

    Once you get your passport, you should be ready for your trip. Make sure you have found the cheapest flights from Atlanta that are on sale.  

    To Atlanta is one of the most convenient places to travel to and from. A large part of that is because Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is so accessible.

    Not only is it the world’s busiest airport, but it’s state-of-the-art in every way. If you’re interesting in traveling around Atlanta via car or even on scooter, here’s what to know.

    More Articles Like This:

    Traveling Soon? Check Out Our International Checklist

    Up Next: Atlanta Travel Guide

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  • How to winterize your car in Atlanta in 5 minutes

    How To Winterize Your Car The Right Way

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    The temperature in Atlanta is dropping and your car may not be up to the weather. If it’s going to last through the colder months, you’re going to have to winterize it.

     No matter if you’re mostly driving only the surface streets or all around I-285, you’ll need to prepare your vehicle for the cold.

    How To Winterize Your Car The Right Way

    Because road safety is #1, winterizing your vehicle is important. And a lot of people (in Atlanta) don’t know what that entails, we’re going to walk you through it.

    1. Switch To Winter Windshield Wipers

    Purchase

    Visibility is your top priority when driving around in the winter. You’ll need to change out your wipers if you don’t have the special kinds for winter. You can pick them up at your local Advance Auto Parts, O’Reilly Autoparts or Autozone. 

    You can also buy them online here:

    2. Buy Some Winter Tires

    Purchase

    Winter tires hold traction much better than regular tires. Unless conditions get uncharacteristically bad, motorists driving in places like Atlanta and other parts of the Southeast shouldn’t really need winter tires.

    But make sure your all-season tires have the correct tire pressure, especially during the colder months.

    If you find that you need some winter tires, here are some of our favorites:

    3. Keep Your Gas Tank Half Full

    Because you never know how traffic has been affected by the driving conditions, it’s a good idea to always keep your gas tank half full.

    It’s not going to take anymore money than it does to fill it up, believe it or not. Keeping a half-full tank gives you peace of mind and ensures you have enough fuel for a moderate journey.

    4. Keep A Winter Safety Kit In Your Trunk

    Purchase
    Because you never know what could happen, you should keep a winter safety kit in the trunk of your car. What should this kit include? It all varies, but here are some must-have basic items:

    5. Take It To The Shop

    Your local mechanic knows how to get your car prepared for winter driving conditions. These would include switching to a thicker oil for your vehicle and other modifications.

    Another thing they’ll be able to check is the strength of your battery and whether it needs to be replaced.

    No matter what you do, remember to drive safety and take as many precautions on the road as you can. Be safe!

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  • Cheapest time to fly out of Hartsfield airport: Fall

    Cheapest Time To Fly Out Of Hartsfield Airport: Fall

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    Like your children, every U.S. airport is different and unique in its own way. Turns out that Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport has a key savings perk for travelers looking to save.

    Hartsfield is one of five U.S. airports that have their lowest fares in the fall, according to a recent Groupon study.

    Study shows when Hartsfield-Jackson airport has its lowest fares

    The coupon site analyzed flights in every season to look for pricing patterns in airfare. What they found was that five five airports have cheapest fares in the fall. Aside from Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson airport, the other four are:

    •  Newark
    • Phoenix
    • Minneapolis-St.Paul
    • Fort Lauderdale

    That means if you’re looking to save money on travel, try to fly out of one these airports this fall.

    For summer, the Groupon study found that Chicago’s O’Hare had the cheapest fares followed byNYC’s LaGuardia airport.

    For springtime, New York City’s JFK International Airport had the cheapest fares.

    For winter, the study found that it’s cheaper to fly out of West Coast airports than East Coast.

    Up next: Atlanta’s Hartsfield makes U.S. best airport list

    Atlanta’s Hartsfield Ranks Among Best Airports In U.S.

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  • How To Find Cheap Flights Out Of Atlanta - The busiest airport in the world is Hartsfield Jackson

    Atlanta’s Hartsfield Ranks Among Best Airports In U.S.

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    The busiest airport in the world is also among the nation’s best. That’s something many in Atlanta and the Southeast already know, but it’s now been reaffirmed.

    Travel site The Points Guy ranks Atlanta’s Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport as the fourth-best airport in the U.S.

    Atlanta’s Hartsfield makes list of best airports in U.S.

    All the airports ranked ahead of Hartsfield are out west, including San Diego International Airport, which came in #1.

    Here are the 10 best airports in America

    Rank Airport
    1 San Diego International Airport
    2 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
    3 Portland International Airport
    4 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
    5 Sacramento International Airport
    6 Sea-Tac International Airport
    7 San Francisco International Airport
    8 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
    9 Indianapolis International Airport
    10 John Wayne Airport

    Hartsfield is the national hub for Delta Air Lines, which is headquartered in Atlanta.

    The airline has more than 5,000 daily departures across the world.

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