The $10 Bag Fee That Ruined Air Travel

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Learn expert travel tips to avoid rising airline baggage fees, navigate Venice's new overtourism tax, and uncover affordable Eastern Europe destinations.Episode Resources:Fox Business Report on United-American Merger TalkOfficial Announcement: United Airlines and Starlink PartnershipKayak Report on 2026 Travel Trends and Eastern EuropeLonely Planet Guide to North MacedoniaHave you noticed how trying to board a flight lately feels like a wrestling match over overhead bin space? In this episode of No Tourists Allowed, Mike and James tackle the absurd reality of rising airline bag fees and the boarding chaos they create. By tuning in, you'll discover insider strategies to beat these sneaky costs, upgrade your boarding experience, and save serious money on your next vacation.The guys break down the most impactful travel industry news, starting with the controversial rumor of a United and American Airlines merger and the much-anticipated shift toward free Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi. They also spark a debate over the new overtourism taxes hitting popular destinations like Venice, questioning if these tourist fees actually curb crowds or just squeeze travelers' wallets. Plus, Mike and James reveal why underrated destinations in Eastern Europe are the ultimate travel hack right now, but you'll have to listen to find out exactly which historic countries are seeing a massive 36% drop in airfare. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a five-star review so you never miss out on our expert travel advice!

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This episode was published on April 23, 2026.

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Learn expert travel tips to avoid rising airline baggage fees, navigate Venice's new overtourism tax, and uncover affordable Eastern Europe destinations.Episode Resources:Fox Business Report on United-American Merger TalkOfficial Announcement:...

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