We've been arranging door-to-door services for pets for years and we've always joked that we should provide the same concierge services for people's bags! Now United Airlines is jumping on board by offering door-to-door baggage services[img_assist|nid=5163|title=|desc=|link=none|align=right|width=119|height=119]. Their new service aims to take the "lug" out of "luggage."
Lufthansa and Continental Airlines, two of our favorite pet-friendly airlines, have teamed up to offer a free trip to tour Continental and Lufthansa headquarters as well as the Airbus factory. Pretty cool!
The secret's out: airlines around the world are catering to pet lovers now more than ever. And why shouldn't they? US pet owners are estimated to be spending $45B dollars in 2009, a number which is up from 2008. For airlines, which are cutting corners and looking for revenue wherever they can find it, accomodating pet owners who want to fly with Fido is an important step in adjusting to the demands of today's consumer.
Name: Steve
Moving From: Arizona
Moving To: North Carolina
Question: We are flying to NC with our pet on board. Delta says it does not require a health certificate but the states each have their own rules. Is a certificate required in Georgia (we fly through there), Arizona (we may return there), and NC?
Pet owners traveling to or from Edmonton, Canada (Airport code: YEG) will soon have a new "pet friendly" option for their trip. Continental has announced new non-stop service from Houston, TX to Edmonton International Airport beginning Nov. 1, 2009, subject to government approval. Pets flying under the Continental Pet Safe program
