15 Movies You Will Never See on Airplanes
Earlier this year, there was a story that got a lot of buzz about a mother who was upset with United Airlines because she felt the movie showing…
Hotels and Airlines – Same, Same but Different in the Travel Industry
I often hear travelers talk about hotels and airlines as if they are in the same industry. On one hand, they are. Somewhat. On the other hand, they…
AT&T Abandons Plans for Inflight Wi-Fi
Six months ago, AT&T announced plans to develop a 4G network for inflight wi-fi service. Along with partner Honeywell, they expected it to be in service next year….
Is the U.S. Ready for High-Speed Rail?
I mentioned a few weeks ago that one group sees the future of travel belonging to rail, not airlines. In their vision, freight and passengers will use trains…
Win a Sherpa Cat Carrier for Travel
The holiday season is nearly upon us so this is a timely contest. You may win a Sherpa carrier for your cat just by entering this contest at caster.com. This…
Delta Amenity Kit – We Have a Winner!
Thanks to all of you who entered this contest for a chance to win a Delta Tumi business class amenity kit. The winner, chosen by a random number…
Did Skyscanner Get It Right?
With a blend of today’s technology and H.G. Wells imagination, Skyscanner prepared a report on what they see as the future of travel. Not so sure that Apple’s…
Last Chance to Enter Amenity Kit Contest
A final reminder, this contest to win a Delta Tumi Business Class Amenity Kit began on Monday but will end tonight at Midnight, Eastern Time. To enter, just…
Changes in Travel Trends
When a company like Euromonitor International makes accurate predictions about travel for nine years running, I like to peek at what they see as trends. Here are a…
The Ultimate Use of Points: Marriage at 32,000 Feet
I always thought my marriage was kind of nice. Married at sea in Key West, at sunset, aboard a sailboat. In hindsight, I am not sure why I…
