Today’s travel briefing highlights bad weather present throughout the country. The midwest is getting hit with a fast moving storm-system spreading snow and rain over most of the region. Hopefully it will break in time for New Year’s Eve.

Snowstorm causing delays in Chicago

“A winter storm that moved into northern Illinois Friday morning quickly caused problems at O’Hare International Airport. Flights were delayed about an hour, and cancellations were expected as the day progressed, said officials, who urged travelers to check the status of their flights with the airlines…”

Car Rental Scams to look out for

When renting a car, should you get the insurance? Watch out for quick scams that may lose you in the fine print.

Maxjet declares bankruptcy

The discount business-class airline closes shop over the holidays.

Study: Airport Screening Process Pointless

“Airport security lines can annoy passengers, but there is no evidence that they make flying any safer, U.S. researchers reported yesterday…”

United Cancels Flights for Four Straight Days

“United Airlines, hit hard by weekend storms in the Midwest, canceled dozens more flights Thursday as the second storm since Christmas threatened to pile inches of new snow on Colorado.”

For Checked Luggage: No Loose Batteries on Flights

Starting next week, passengers will not be able to pack loose lithium batteries on flights.

[photo credit: j.fischer]