FTU: Is it Worth It?
While I was working in Rio de Janeiro, my husband took advantage of a trip to his hometown, DC, to attend a recent Frequent Traveler University. While he…
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For a Change of Pace, How About Train Travel?
I fly nearly every week but I love the chance to get on a train when possible. My interest in trains always surges when I see articles like…
Consistency Will Never Fly in the Travel World
I understand everyone would like to know that when they are flying or staying at a hotel, they will be treated the same wherever they are. Well, there…
Was the Flight Attendant Rude or Just Having a Bad Hair Day?
I had one flight awhile ago that still stands out in my mind. It was a morning transcontinental flight about 5 ½ hours, east coast to west coast. I…
Curious: Do You Change Your Seat When Asked?
Being asked to change your seat on a plane is one of those first-world problems that has been around since airline deregulation. Today, with reduced competition and reduced…
Global Traveler Magazine Announces 2014 Airline and Hotel Winners
Global Traveler Magazine just announced the winners of the 2014 Airline and Hotel of the Year. Maybe a bit surprising to some, the top airline was United while…
“Model” Turkish Airlines Flight Attendant Fired
Some airlines are touchier than others when it comes to outside work. Many carriers feel it is necessary to protect the image of their flight attendants – well,…
Top 50 Business Meeting Destinations – Which One is Your Fav?
With the improving economy, the number of business meetings, seminars, and trade shows are growing. As they do every year, event management firm Cvent assembles the top 50…
Charter Service Adding JFK-HAV Flights to Cuba
Cuba Travel Services is adding JFK to its list of airports offering non-stop service to Havana, Cuba. The charter will be flown on 2-class Sun Country 737-800’s. Interesting…
U.S. and Mexico Enter into Air Agreement
Last Friday, the United States and Mexico entered into an agreement, called the U.S.-Mexico Aviation Agreement, to expand access to passengers and cargo transfer. The U.S. State Department says…
