Travel companies are pushing for better air, or so they say. Smoking bans started on airlines in the 1980's and Northwest Airlines was one of the first to ban smoking on all flights. Recently hotel chains like Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, Westin, Sheraton and Comfort Suites have banned smoking on all premises.
Rental car companies are joining the ranks — as of next month Avis, Rent A Car and Budget Rent A Car will be making their vehicles in Canada and the United States smoke free.
In a press release, Larry De Shon, executive vice president of operations for Avis Budget Group said, "We receive more customer requests for smoke-free vehicles than any other 'special request.' This new policy is designed to ensure that we are enhancing the comfort of our customers, which is a top priority at Avis and Budget."
Smokers will have to be especially careful about lighting up from now on, because even rental car companies and hotels are fining for lighting up, which is stupid to say the least…
[Via: cheapflights.com]
