PARADISE TRAVEL

08/04/2025

Understanding some important lesser known Airline rules

We will look at some major rules the airlines have that are not commonly known but can affect your travel and your cost to travel. These are rules the airlines are very strict about.

1. This rule applies to purchasing a round trip ticket with a connection. If you do this and you arrive at the city where you are making the connection and whatever the reason you do not use the connecting flight to you final destination, such as the connecting flight is canceled and you don't use the rule that the airline has to put you on the next flight and book a new flight on another airline or other reasons and you don't notify the airline you are booked on that you are doing this the airline you re booked on has the right to cancel your return flight. So make sure if you do something like this that you contact the airline you are booked with and inform them of what you are doing

2, This is called the "hidden city" rule. It is when you price out a non-stop flight to a city and the price is higher than book a connecting flight through you city to another city as cheaper so you buy the connecting flight and just get off at the connecting city and not use the connecting flight. This is one of those rules where people do this and don't get caught but if you do get caught the airline can charge you the difference in price and ban you from their airline for life. An example would be if you wanted to fly from Phoenix to San Francisco but that flight was more expensive than a flight from Phoenix to Seattle with a layover in San Francisco and you just used that to fly to San Francisco and not use the connecting flight to Seattle.

3. Airlines are very strict with the time before your flight and when you have to check in. The general rule, if you have luggage you must check in at least 1 hour before your flight. If no luggage you must check in at the gate at least 15 minutes before your flight and once the airplane door is closed you are flat out of luck. People get upset because they see the plane at the gate but the door is closed. So sorry but you are out of luck.

4. Luggage weight is another strict rule. Checked bags can weigh no more than 50 lbs. or pay a very high fee for overweight luggage. This rule has nothing to do with the plane flying but has to with the baggage handlers contract with the airline stating that their is a weight limit that the baggage has or the airline pays a penalty.

These are some of the top air regulations that the airlines have that most people are not aware of.

05/21/2025

Passengers on Southwest Airlines flights will soon be required to keep their portable chargers in plain sight while using them because of concerns about the growing number of lithium battery fires.

04/24/2025

Stayed at RIU Latino recently. Adults only resort. 5 pools. 2 swim up bars. Several restaurants. Lots of activities going on. Water park. Can attend pool parties at RIU caribe on 2 afternoons.

04/20/2025

02/25/2025

FYI - Minimum wage just went up in Mexico on January 2025 to $278.80 MXN ($13.63 US) per day. That's what those bartenders, waitress, maids and bellboys are earning. Again that is "per day".

The resort workers don't care if you tip pesos or dollars, they work hard, hoping for a tip. Tip what you can, as it makes a difference in their lives. Not to mention, once they notice you're tipping, your quality of service improves from good to great. 👍 🇲🇽🇨🇦

02/01/2025

Stayed at Dreams Las Mareas in Costa Rica. Beautiful country.

09/17/2024

Changes coming to OMA

Coming 2027/2028!

All new concessions.

Dining. Retail. Local. National. Something for everyone.

Let us know in the comments what you’re most looking forward to enjoying when the future Terminal opens!

Learn more about the newly approved Concessions Program at bit.ly/4erCAx7

05/11/2024

DIFFERENCES IN ROOM CATEGORIES

Are you planning a vacation to an all-inclusive resort but feeling overwhelmed by the various room categories? Don't worry, we've got you covered. In this week's tip, we will explain the different types of rooms offered by all-inclusive resorts. Despite the laundry list of room categories that you may come across, there are only four basic ones: Garden View, Ocean View, Ocean Front, and Suites. Keep reading to gain a better understanding of these room categories and make the most out of your vacation experience.

If you're planning a vacation and trying to choose between different room types, it's important to understand the terminology used by hotels and resorts.

Garden View rooms typically offer a view of the property's gardens or surrounding greenery.

Ocean View rooms can be a bit more confusing. Essentially, an Ocean View room means that you'll be able to see some part of the ocean from your room or balcony, even if it requires leaning over your balcony and looking down the side of the building.

On the other hand, Ocean Front rooms offer a direct and unobstructed view of the ocean from your window or balcony. Understanding these distinctions can help you make an informed decision when booking your accommodations and ensure that you get the view you're hoping for during your stay. Some resorts may advertise a Beachfront room. These may have an obstructed view of the Ocean but are the closest rooms to the Beach.

Suites typically are Ocean Front with larger spaces and separate bedrooms.

The Resort pricing strategy takes into account the proximity to the ocean and the size of the room, with larger rooms and better views commanding a higher price. Resorts offer three types of accommodations: Rooms, Jr. Suites, and Suites, each with increasing size and amenities.

We understand that your decision may depend on how much time you plan to spend in your room and the value you place on a stunning ocean view. Our team understands the accommodations at most of the resorts and are here to assist you in making the best choice for your needs, so please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. 402-380-4452

05/03/2024

⚠️If you’re flying this Sunday, May 5, we’re expecting a high volume of passengers departing OMA. We recommend passengers arrive the airport at least two hours prior to your flight’s departure.✈️