Articles tagged ‘Business Travel’
US Airways Aircraft Turn Into Flying Vending Machines
By Carrie Thompson | August 7th, 2008 |
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If you’re a regular reader, you know I’ve been very sympathetic to the plight of the airlines in recent months. While I’m not in love with the idea of paying for things like drinks and blankets that used to be free, I would much rather shell out a few bucks than have the airlines [...]
Loews Hotels Free Luggage Program
By Carrie Thompson | August 7th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Most of the large U.S. airlines are charging passengers for the second, or even the first, checked bag this summer. Some airlines, like JetBlue, are even charging for the use of blankets and pillows. It’s a survival tactic in the airline industry to keep afloat in the wake of the fuel crisis that [...]
InsureMyTrip.com Travel Insurance
By Carrie Thompson | August 7th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
InsureMyTrip.com is one of the many, many travel insurance companies that offer their services on the web. The company does not offer services directly, but is an aggregator of various travel insurance companies located around the globe. InsureMyTrip.com can offer you something pretty valuable if you have travel plans in your future with [...]
American Airlines New Latin American Menu
By Carrie Thompson | July 30th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
American Airlines is spicing things up on its Latin American flights beginning August 1, 2008. These dishes were created by American Airlines Chefs’ Conclave member Stephan Pyles, to appeal to the taste buds of American Airlines First and Business Class customers. I love Latin American food, so I was intrigued when I got [...]
U.S. Passport Cards
By Carrie Thompson | July 30th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Those of you who travel frequently between the U.S. and our neighbors in Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda will be happy to hear the new U.S. Passport Cards are now in production. The Passport Card “facilitates entry and expedites document processing at U.S. land and sea ports-of-entry when arriving from Canada, Mexico, the [...]
AirTran Airways Indianapolis Colts Promotion
By Carrie Thompson | July 30th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
AirTran Airways is offering one lucky winner a great football deal this winter. The winner and one guest will receive roundtrip airfare to see the Indianapolis Colts play the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday, December 18 in Jacksonville, Florida. In addition to airfare, the winner will score two tickets to the game one night [...]
Continental Airlines Lie Flat Seats
By Carrie Thompson | July 30th, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Fans of Continental Airlines, get ready to celebrate. The airline has announced details of a spanking new 180 degree lie-flat seat for you high rollers in the Business First cabin riding in the airline’s Boeing 757, 777 and 787 birds. I’m not sure why they’re skipping the 767 planes. Unfortunately, it will [...]
American Airlines Road Warrior Contest
By Carrie Thompson | July 26th, 2008 | Add a Comment »
American Airlines is once again offering you the chance to win heaps of miles and points…every business traveler’s dream. The summer months are chock full of fantastic contests, and the American Way Road Warrior Contest is probably the best. To enter, check out the American Way website, take the survey and complete the [...]
Starwood Hotels $75 Food & Beverage Credit
By Carrie Thompson | July 22nd, 2008 | Add a Comment »
American Express Gold Card Members can expect some great deals at Starwood Hotels with a new program through the Gold Card Destinations Program. Gold Card Members will now receive a $75 food and beverage credit when they book a stay of two or more consecutive nights at more than 500 Starwood properties around the [...]
San Jose Jazz Festival
By Carrie Thompson | July 22nd, 2008 | Add a Comment »
Business travelers from the world over make their way to San Jose, California for business or conferences. Next month, travelers to the area can enjoy the 19th annual San Jose Jazz Festival. From August 8 to 10, visitors to San Jose can rock out with more than one hundred bands comprising over 1,000 [...]
