The catch. There’s always a catch. First, it was the pretzels, then the pillows and blankets, now one low-fare airline is about to sock it to us again. According to news reports, Spirit Airlines will soon become the first big U.S. carrier to charge customers for all checked luggage. According to the company, travelers booking flights that depart after June 19 will be allowed one carry-on bag “with the option to check additional bags for a fee.” Spirit executives explain the new policy as something that “liberates customers from being forced into paying for services they do not desire or … Continue reading →