Barbara Peterson, Condé Nast Traveler

Barbara Peterson

Condé Nast Traveler

New York, NY, United States

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Recent:
  • Unknown
Past:
  • Condé Nast Traveler
  • Popular Mechanics

Past articles by Barbara:

Is Flying First Class Actually Safer Amid the Pandemic?

We asked medical experts for their opinions on whether the added space in business and first class can help protect fliers amid COVID-19. → Read More

Could Airline and Baggage Fees Be Permanently Eliminated Post-COVID-19?

Consumer advocates are pushing for airlines to reduce fees for flight changes, seat assignments, baggage, and more. → Read More

American Airlines Adds Domestic Flights and Reopens Lounges for Summer Travel

In addition to more flights, American Airlines is reopening its airport lounges in 10 cities as it predicts an increase in summer travelers. → Read More

Cheap Plane Tickets and Airfare Wars Will Make a Comeback after Coronavirus

Experts say airfares could hit unprecedented lows after the outbreak passes. → Read More

JetBlue Founder David Neeleman Unveils His New Budget Airline: Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways, which filed official paperwork to start operations in the U.S., will focus on offering low fares to underserved U.S. cities. → Read More

All of the Details We Have on David Neeleman's New Domestic Airline

The founder of JetBlue is starting another U.S. airline, nicknamed "Moxy." Here are all the new details we know. → Read More

The Airbus A321XLR Could Change the Way We Fly Long Haul

Airlines are betting on the forthcoming Airbus A321XLR to shake up route maps and the passenger experience. → Read More

What Causes Turbulence? 11 Things You Need to Know

Reports of critical, turbulence-related injuries are enough to whip travelers into a panic, but don't cancel your next flight just yet. We spoke to a number of pilots and aviation experts to get the facts about what causes turbulence—and how you can handle it. → Read More

What to Do When Your Airline Goes Bust

Step one? Don't panic. → Read More

New York's Airports Are Getting Billion-Dollar Makeovers—But What Will They Actually Change?

LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark are all slated for massive redevelopment in the coming years. → Read More

New York Airports (Finally!) Offer Free Unlimited High-Speed Wi-Fi

Yes, really. You can now stream Netflix to your heart's content at JFK, EWR, and LGA. → Read More

The Future of Biometrics at the Airport

From the way we go through security to the way we board planes. → Read More

5 New Planes That Will Change the Way You Travel

A look at what's coming up this year—and beyond. → Read More

How the Pilot Shortage Could Change the Way We Fly

The staffing situation won’t affect all airlines—or passengers—in the same way. → Read More

More People Will Be Visiting Portugal This Year—Here's Why

It has a lot to do with TAP Air Portugal. → Read More

5 New Airlines to Watch in 2018

Here are the up-and-coming players you should know. → Read More

Why Do Airplane Windows Keep Breaking?

Despite recent scares, safety experts say we shouldn't be worried. → Read More

How Your Plane Can Make You Sick

Plus, how those cabin germs actually spread. → Read More

The Craziest Flight Itinerary in the World

And you thought your two-hour layover at O'Hare was bad. → Read More

How to Tell If You're Getting Ripped Off on Airfare

It pays to do the math. → Read More