The Middle Seat

The Middle Seat, May 30, 2012

Wed, 30 May 2012 17:00:00 EST

As prices soar for certain airline memorabilia, Scott McCartney talks with The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal about why so many people are drawn to the airline-collectibles market.

The Middle Seat, May 23, 2012

Wed, 23 May 2012 17:00:00 EST

Toddlers on the TSA's no-fly list reflect the ongoing flaws in the airlines' checkpoint-screening system. Scott McCartney and The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal talk about how the TSA is trying to improve.

The Middle Seat, May 16, 2012

Wed, 16 May 2012 17:00:00 EST

Scoring a free seat with your frequent-flier points isn't always easy. Scott McCartney talks with the Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal about which airlines are stingiest -- and most generous -- with their award seats.

The Middle Seat, May 9, 2012

Wed, 09 May 2012 17:00:00 EST

Scott McCartney talks with the Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal about the hurdles and goals for airlines in finding a design for business-class cabins that's both efficient and appealing to passengers.

The Middle Seat, April 18, 2012

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:00:00 EST

As more cellphones work all around the world, travelers can get socked with hefty charges just for turning their phone on. Scott McCartney talks with the Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal about how to avoid huge roaming charges.

The Middle Seat, April 11, 2012

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:00:00 EST

Summer travelers heading to Europe are in for sticker shock. Scott McCartney talks about how early bookers are coping - and where travelers can still find bargains -with The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Andrew Colton.

The Middle Seat, April 5, 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:00:36 EST

Some hotel reviews are more reliable than others.

The Middle Seat, March 28, 2012

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:00:00 EST

Road warriors have strategies for avoiding some of the headaches associated with flying. Scott McCartney talks about his favorite travel tips with The Wall Street Journal This Morning's Gordon Deal.

The Middle Seat, March 21, 2012

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 17:00:00 EST

WiFi use onboard airplanes is climbing as passengers get used to paying to stay connected at 35,000 feet. We look at which airlines have the most coverage, if planes with WiFi are in demand, and much more.

The Middle Seat, March 14, 2012

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 17:00:00 EST

New programs let travelers skip the TSA and security lines at airports. A look at these perks -- and how to get them.