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Expect (and accept) to pay more this year
The airfare tracking experts at Farecast.com have projected that Holiday fares for 2008 are up more than 30 percent on average over those from 2007, and our editorial staff contends from our own searches that this is indeed one of the highest year-to-year increases we can recall. So, take a deep breath and make peace with the fact that unless you manage to nab the deal of the year, you’re going to have to dish out more to fly home for the holidays this year. Expect it, accept it, and (if, fingers crossed, you can still afford it!) buckle down to book your tickets just as soon as you possibly can. Call 610 279-2535 and we will help you with your reservations.Is the TSA violating your privacy with its new body scanning machines?
"Virtual strip searches" are currently being done using full-body scanners at Los Angeles International, JFK, Baltimore-Washington International, Miami, and many other airports.Passengers are randomly selected to step into the machines. The scanning process takes about 40 seconds. You make two quick poses. One with your arms up and the other with them down.
But late last week, Germany decided that it would not allow its airports to use full-body scanners. And many other people are concerned that these scanners are an invasion of privacy. Above is a sample photo. REALLY IS something to THINK ABOUT!
