3 Benefits of Google Flights

Posted on August 20, 2018July 27, 2022 by Alyssa

Many travelers turn to websites like Kayak, Orbitz, or Expedia to book a flight, however, there’s another option: Google Flights. If you haven’t yet tried Google Flights, our Rhode Island Airport parking company suggests doing so. In addition to being able to check one-way, round-trip, and multi-city flights, here are three benefits to using the search service:

New Destination Ideas

Are you someone who loves discovering new places? Google Flights can help you do so. With their “Explore Destinations” feature, you can browse flights that travel to thousands of destinations around the world. Simply enter your departing airport and the dates you wish to travel. Then, use the map to find out the prices of flights to cities on every continent. Once you click on a city and choose “View Flights,” you’ll get a list of the best flights available and a list of other flights for you to choose from.

Flight Insights

Our Rhode Island Airport parking company loves that once you choose a departing airport, a destination, and your dates, Google Flights gives you four more ways to help you save money: Dates: Google will tell you if the dates you’ve selected are the cheapest and if not, it will give you a block of dates (three days before and three days after) to show you other prices. Price Graph: Here, you’ll find a graph that breaks down the price for a month-long span of dates so you can see which are the most affordable. Airports: Google will compare the flight prices of other destination airports nearby so you get the best price possible. Tips: Here, you’ll find a list of tips for when you should book your flight, available airfare upgrades, a city travel guide, a link for the Google Trips app, and more.

Easy Flight Price Tracking

When you use another popular search service, you’ll likely have to create an account in order to track flight prices. After you create the account, many websites don’t make it easy to set up your tracking and may bombard you with unwanted emails. With Google Flights, however, you likely already have a Gmail account, so all you need to do is toggle the “Track prices” button and Google will start tracking the flight and send you email updates for when they rise or fall. After you book your next trip using Google Flights, don’t forget to make a parking reservation at our Rhode Island Airport parking company. We’ll make your trip even better by giving you a safe, secure place to park at a great price!

What Basic Economy Means Per Airline

Posted on July 9, 2018June 2, 2023 by Alyssa

In the last couple years, several U.S. airlines have rolled out something called “Basic Economy.” The new airline class aims to be more affordable than standard Economy by placing added restrictions on how travelers fly and what they can fly with. Here, our near Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport parking company shares what Basic Economy means in the airlines that offer it:

United Airlines

Check-in: Only passengers who qualify for free carry-on bags or who have paid to check their bags (see “Exception” below) are able to check in online. All other Basic Economy passengers must check in at the airport.

Luggage: Passengers are not allowed to bring a carry-on bag with them. Instead, they are allowed to bring a personal item (such as a purse or backpack) that can be a maximum of 9 inches x 10 inches x 17 inches.

Exception: The passenger is a Premier member, primary cardmember of a qualifying MileagePlus credit card, or a Star Alliance Gold member.

Seats: Passengers are not allowed to preselect seating, make changes to their tickets after purchasing them, or upgrade to higher ticket classes. In addition, passengers traveling in a group (including families) will not be able to sit together unless advance seat assignments are purchased and seats are available.

Boarding Group: Basic Economy passengers will be placed in the last boarding group.

Exception: The passenger is a Premier member, primary cardmember of a qualifying MileagePlus credit card, or a Star Alliance Gold member.

American Airlines

Check-in: The AA check-in process is the same for passengers in all airline classes.

Luggage: Passengers are not allowed to bring a carry-on bag with them and will be limited to one personal item that measures 18 x 14 x 8 inches or less.

Exception: The passenger is an AAdvantage elite member, a primary cardmember of a qualifying AAdvantage credit card, or is traveling to Europe.

Seats: Basic Economy passengers are not allowed to preselect seating until they check in. If they want to choose a certain seat on the plane, a fee will apply. Otherwise, seats will be assigned to them during check-in. In addition, Basic Economy tickets are non-refundable and are not eligible for an upgrade.

Boarding Group: Basic Economy passengers will be placed in the last boarding group.

Exception: The passenger is an AAdvantage elite member or a primary cardmember of a qualifying AAdvantage credit card.

Delta Air Lines

Check-in: The Delta check-in process is the same for passengers in all airline classes.

Luggage: Unlike United and American Airlines, Delta allows passengers to bring a carry-on item (no larger than 45 combined inches) as well as one personal item.

Seats: Basic Economy passengers are not allowed to preselect seating until they check in. If no seat number appears on the boarding pass, it will be assigned at the gate before boarding. In addition, Basic Economy tickets are non-refundable and are not eligible for changes.

Boarding Group: Basic Economy passengers will be placed in the last boarding group.

Have you flown as a Basic Economy passenger? If so, what was your experience like? Our nearby Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport parking company would love to know!

What “Basic Economy Fare” Means Per Airline

Posted on March 14, 2018July 27, 2022 by Alyssa

For the longest time, the most common airline fares were for First Class, Business Class, and Economy class. However, after years of competing with low-cost carriers like Spirit and Frontier, many U.S. airlines have decided to roll out a new fare – “Basic Economy.”

Today’s low-cost carriers offer discounted airfare in exchange for basic luxuries. For example, if you book a flight with Frontier, your fare will cost less, but you’ll have to pay extra to choose your seat or to bring a carry-on bag. U.S. airlines’ Basic Economy fares are designed the same way and aim to give travelers a “no-frills” experience.

Here, our Providence airport parking company shares the Basic Economy restrictions that apply to travelers flying American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines:

American Airlines

Baggage: One personal item allowed (no carry-on)*

Checked bag fee: $25

Seats: Assigned at check-in

Flight changes/refunds: Not available

Flight upgrades: Not available

Boarding: Last group*

*Doesn’t apply to AAdvantage elite status members or AAdvantage credit card holders

Delta Air Lines

Baggage: One carry-on and one personal item allowed

Checked bag fee: $25

Seats: Assigned at check-in; Passengers flying together may not be seated together

Flight changes/refunds: Not available

Flight upgrades: Not available

Boarding: Last group

United Airlines

Baggage: One personal item allowed (no carry-on)*

Checked bag fee: $25

Seats: Assigned at check-in; Passengers flying together may not be seated together

Flight changes/refunds: Not available

Flight upgrades: Not available

Boarding: Last group*

*Does not apply to MileagePlus Premium members, MileagePlus credit card holders, or Star Alliance Gold members

While Basic Economy fares only apply to the above three U.S. airlines, there have been talks of Alaska Airlines introducing its own Basic Economy fare and even non-U.S. airlines like Aer Lingus have considered the idea. This means Basic Economy may become a staple fare amongst travelers in the future. What do you think about this new fare?

No matter which airline you choose to book your next flight, don’t forget to make your parking reservation with our Providence airport parking company! We offer a hassle-free parking experience.

Uber, Lyft, or Red Beam?

Posted on February 20, 2018June 2, 2023 by Alyssa

Who doesn’t love the ease of an Uber or a Lyft ride? You make a call, you get picked up and you’re driven to where you need to be. It’s easy. It’s also perceived to be cost-effective. But when it comes to flying out of Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport, is taking an Uber or a Lyft the least expensive option, compared to parking your car at the airport? Continue reading

Affordable Vacation Destinations for Summer 2018

Posted on February 15, 2018June 2, 2023 by Alyssa

While it’s still only February, it’s never too early to start thinking about where you’re going to go this summer. If you’re still not sure, our near Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport parking company has collected 10 great destinations that are not only exciting, but affordable: Continue reading