The info came from a leaked memo, but was quickly confirmed by official sources. Apparently, there will be a discount for those who pay the baggage fee online first, but the amount of that won't be disclosed until Wednesday.
Never heard of Allegiant? Its not a major player, but it is a profitable one (sigh). Currently Allegiant bases itself in Sin City (where its obviously learned a lot about the sin of Greed), flying also to Fort Lauderdale, Bellingham, Los Angeles, Myrtle Beach, Oakland, Phoenix, Punta Gorda, St. Petersburg and Orlando Sanford.
Far be it from me to tell you all how to spend your money. But you won't see me flying either Spirit or Allegiant anytime soon. I just can't stomach any more nickel-and-diming. Because when one looks at the cost of one's actual journey on these carriers, after all the fees are included, those nickels and dimes balloon into big bucks. And you don't ultimately save, well, a nickel.
It a shame but this was inevitable. It's a slippery slope from here for other airlines, especially those that are considered to be Low Price or Cut Rate Airlines. I will not book a flight on this airline or Spirit. With luck a strong message will be sent to these airlines, the best way is to vote with your money.
ReplyDeleteAllegiant was great.It was possible to avoid most of the add on fares before and get a great rate. I was impressed with the small airports they went to also. I won't be flying them anymore.I read PeoplExpress is starting back up so I'll add them. Travel Rob
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