I can't even sit still in class because I'm so excited about spring break. And that's all I talk about with everyone I run into during the day. We talk about sandy beaches, cabana boys and the great deals we snagged, because let's be realistic -- we ain't got no money honey.
But now airlines, well one in particular, are trying to make our lives even more difficult.
You could call me a frequent flier, you could also call me a flier with horrible luck. I have lost my baggage at least once every single time I've flown to or from State College, my phone charger once mysteriously disappeared from my luggage and I've been faced with every additional charge known to man. But I've grown from my experiences and now I always carry my charger with me and tried to avoid checking luggage all together (Helpful Hint: If you are checking luggage and you're pushing the weight limit, open your bag on the scale. That can reduce the weight up to 10 pounds).
But now Spirit Airlines Inc. has gotten permission from the Department of Transportation to tack on another $5 to $10 charge -- just for buying a ticket. This "reservation-booking cost" joins the list of numerous other charges and obstacles fliers face these days. This charge will be applied to anyone flying with Spirit who didn't book at an airport counter (Seriously?! Because the last time I checked, we lived in the 21st century and used the Internet for everything).
As of now, other airlines aren't expected to follow suit, unless of course this strategy works. All I know is I'd rather spend that money on a T-shirt that says "Woooo! I went to Mexico!" with two big thumbs up.
-mar
