The American airline industry is so untrustworthy that 89% of travelers are bracing for delay or cancellation
A recent survey reveals that 89% of U.S. travelers are worried about flight delays or cancellations in the coming year. The frequency of significant disruptions has doubled since before the pandemic, with travelers increasingly viewing these issues as a norm rather than an exception. Many are opting for closer trips or spending more to avoid low-cost airlines known for disruptions.
- ▪89% of travelers are concerned about delays or cancellations affecting their trips.
- ▪The number of significant disruption days has roughly doubled since before the pandemic.
- ▪More than half of travelers who experienced significant disruptions were not proactively notified about their flight status.
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You’ve been planning the perfect trip for months: that gorgeous, sun-filled apartment overlooking the Seine on one end and crystal clear views of the Eiffel Tower on the other; a slow breakfast filled with coffee and croissants galore; pre-booked tickets to the Louvre and d’Orsay; and three impossible-to-get reservations at Paris’ finest restaurants. Recommended Video That sounds like the perfect vacation: if only you could get there in one piece. Unfortunately, your flight was delayed 12 hours; you’re not entitled to a hotel stay nor a paltry $12 airport food voucher; and you’re now paying for an extra day of the apartment and missed your museum and dinner reservations. If you’re feeling anxious about summer travel plans ahead, you’re not a lone. A new survey of more than 1,000 U.S.
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