Originally Posted by
West Coast Ace
They already know a lot about you OP (so your cry of 'privacy' is way over the top): first and last name, favored airline, date you're traveling and airport.
Originally Posted by
FWAAA
Don't inform so many friends or co-workers of your travel plans? Limit the dissemination of such info to those with a need-to-know? Perhaps only to those individuals you trust?
I agree with others - I don't see the privacy or "safety" issue here.
Perhaps the concern is about a cyberstalker or ex willing to try multiple combinations to see who you currently choose to vacation with.