Originally Posted by mjcasta
Don't even bother with Europe fares anymore. The taxes have killed at least four journeys for me. General rule, the taxes will double the advance purchase air fares AT LEAST. Instead go west and do Asia.
I wouldn't agree with the 'general rule' that's stated.
I have a trip on AA to Europe where fees add 29% to the fare or are 22% of the total price. ($380 fare + $110 taxes/fees)