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Three major airlines have hiked their checked-bag fees this month, in another blow for travelers still reeling from long TSA lines and increased airfare.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

The figures, compiled by financial information service Moneyfacts, show how lenders have hiked rates and withdrawn deals since the US-Israel strikes on Iran began at the end of February.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

Airlines in the Asia-Pacific region, including Qantas, Air India and Cathay Pacific, said they have hiked fares -- or will soon -- to factor in surging jet fuel prices spurred by the war.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

“I have hiked along sections of this tramway, and am amazed by the tenacity it took to build,” National Park Service Supt.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2024

When you have hiked the AT as much as we had, you get so you can judge a mile with considerable accuracy.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson