Articles by Katie McFadden
Airline Baggage Handlers Caught on Video Stealing from Passenger's Luggage [VIDEO]
Think your luggage is safe after you check in at the airport? Think again. A video released by Italian police shows dozens of airline baggage handlers stealing from passenger's luggage.
WestJet to Change Passenger to Flight Attendant Ratio to 50 to 1
Canadian airline, WestJet Airlines Ltd has been granted permission to change its current rules so that it can raise the number of passengers per flight attendant. WestJet flight attendants will soon be able to serve 50 passengers at a time instead of 40.
Top Travel Products According to TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards for Travel Favorites
What products do travelers love to bring most on their trips? North Face backpacks, Samsonite Carry-on luggage and Ray-Ban sunglasses. TripAdvisor announced the top products in its second annual Travelers' Choice Awards for Travel Favorites.
Booze and Bikinis 'Welcome,' Egypt's Tourism Minister Says
Booze and bikinis are welcome in Egypt! Egypt's tourism minister insists that Egypt is not so conservative when it comes to tourism.
Carnival Sunshine: Passengers Complain About Problems on Revamped Ship
Carnival is facing even more problems, but this time it isn't due to a power failure. Several complaints have been made about the revamped Carnival Sunshine.
Tony Hawk Dead? Pro Skateboarder Becomes Victim of Car Crash Death Hoax
Tony Hawk is dead. At least that's what the internet is saying. However, the professional skateboarder didn't die. He's just the victim of a car crash internet death hoax. Tony Hawk is just fine.
Rainn Wilson Goes on Twitter Rant Against US Airways After Airline Leaves 'The Office' Cast Stranded
Rainn Wilson of The Office was not happy with US Airways after he and his castmates were left stranded at the airport when their plane took off without them.
Cameron Diaz Dead? Actress Becomes Victim of Internet Death Hoax
Cameron Diaz is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the "There's Something About Mary" actress didn't die. She's just the victim of an Internet death hoax.
R Kelly Dead? Singer Becomes Victim of Internet Death Hoax
R Kelly is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the R&B singer didn't die. He's just the victim of an Internet death hoax.
Cleveland Volcano: Volcano in Alaska Erupts, Causes Travel Disruptions
Cleveland Volcano in Alaska erupted this weekend and caused some disruptions for travelers. Cleveland Volcano in Alaska erupted this weekend and caused some disruptions for travelers.
Tom Baker Dead? 'Dr. Who' Actor Becomes Victim of Social Media Death Hoax
Tom Baker is dead. At least that's what Twitter is saying. However the "Dr. Who" actor didn't die. He's just the victim of a social media death hoax.
Two Air India Pilots Leave Flight Attendants to Operate Plane As They Slept
Two pilots on an Air India flight made a poor choice when they allowed two flight attendants to operate the plane as they took a 40-minute break. The pilot put the lives on 166 passengers in danger as they almost had an emergency when the flight attendants accidentally turned off the auto-pilot.
Turkish Airlines Bans Flight Attendants From Wearing Red Lipstick and Nail Polish
Turkish Airlines is banning flight attendants from wearing red lipstick and nail polish. Turkish Airlines is banning flight attendants from wearing red lipstick and nail polish.
Giant Rubber Duck Visits Hong Kong
A Giant rubber duck has found a home in Hong Kong. A Giant rubber duck has found a home in Hong Kong. Large crowds watched as the giant six-story inflatable duck was pulled across Victoria Harbor in front of Hong Kong's signature skyscraper skyline by tugboats.
Houston Airport Shooting: Man Shoots Self in Bush Intercontinental Airport Terminal
A Houston Airport shooting gave passengers a scare on Thursday. A man shot and killed himself in the terminal, causing several inbound and departing flights to stop operating.
20 Raw Black Chickens Seized at Dulles International Airport
A passenger tried to bring 20 small black raw chickens at Dulles International Airport. A passenger tried to bring 20 small black raw chickens at Dulles International Airport.
Two Planes Collide on Tarmac at Newark Airport
Two airplanes collided while taxiing at Newark Liberty International Airport on Wednesday. Two airplanes collided while taxiing at Newark Liberty International Airport on Wednesday.
Banned Baby Names: 'Lucifer' & 'Mafia No Fear' Among Rejected Names in New Zealand
There are some things that a child should never be named. New Zealand has taken some control over that as they have released a list of banned baby names. Lucifer and Mafia No Fear are just a few names you'll never hear.
Frontier Airlines to Charge Some Customers $100 For Carry On Bags
Another airline has decided to start charging a high fee for carry-on luggage, but they say it's for the customer's benefit.
May Snowstorm: Colorado, Wyoming & Midwest Get Late Spring Snowfall
A May snowstorm is causing trouble in parts of Colorado and Wyoming. You read that correctly. It is snowing on May 1.
Mother's Day 2013: Best Flight Deals for Mother's Day Weekend
Mother's Day 2013 is coming up and children all over the country are trying to figure out the perfect gift to give their mother on May 12. Any mom would love a vacation! Fly.com had compiled a list of some of the cheapest airfares to and from the perfect Mother's Day destination.
Top 200 Dog-Friendly Places in the United States and Canada According to DogFriendly.com
Traveling with pets is becoming more common and to help pet-owners everywhere, more dog-friendly places have opened up. DogFriendly.com, a publisher of dog travel guides, came up with a list of the Top 200 Dog-Friendly Places in the United States and Canada
5 Shot at 'Crab Festival': Florida Event Turns Deadly
Five were shot at a Crab Festival over the weekend, but the even wasn't your typical Crab Fest.
Hundreds of Guests Fall Ill with Norovirus at Hilton Westchester Hotel
A New York hotel is having a norovirus outbreak. Hundreds of people have become infected at the Hilton Westchester hotel.
L.A. Plane Collision: Two Planes Collide Midair, At Least 1 Dead
One person was killed in an L.A. plane collision on Monday. Two planes collided in midair over South California and the pilot of one of the planes was killed when he crashed into a rocky ridge.
Loch Ness Monster Insurance: Scottish Cruise Company Gets Insured Against Nessie
You never know when the Loch Ness Monster might show up and wreak havoc. That is why a cruise ship company got Loch Ness Monster insurance.
Turkish Airlines Considers Banning Alcohol on Flights To and From Russia
Turkish Airlines is considering banning alcohol on flights to and from Russia. Turkish Airlines is considering banning alcohol on flights to and from Russia.
South Dakota Changing Place Names: Locations with 'Squaw' & 'Negro' in Name Getting Renamed
South Dakota is attempting to change place names that are seen as offensive to groups such as African-Americans and Native Americans. The state is trying to get rid of places such as "Negro" and "squaw."
Egypt Opens First Alcohol-Free Hotel on the Red Sea Coast
Egypt has opened its first alcohol-free hotel at the popular beach resort of Hurghada in hopes of bringing conservative Muslim tourists to the destination.
Man Sues Virgin America After Being Detained For Not Flushing the Toilet
A passenger was detained after a flight because a flight attendant said he didn't flush a bathroom toilet.
