from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/Sonata-Software-acquires-majority-stake-in-travel-reservation-platform-Rezopia/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sonata-software-acquires-majority-stake-travel-reservation-platform-rezopia
August 24, 2014
Sonata Software acquires majority stake in travel reservation platform Rezopia
from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/Sonata-Software-acquires-majority-stake-in-travel-reservation-platform-Rezopia/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sonata-software-acquires-majority-stake-travel-reservation-platform-rezopia
China OTA transactions touch $10 billion, Ctrip still leads in market share
from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/China-OTA-transactions-touch-usd-10-billion-Ctrip-still-leads-in-marketshare/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=china-ota-transactions-touch-10-billion-ctrip-still-leads-marketshare
Should I send these Rube Goldberg ticket cases to the recycler?
from Elliott http://elliott.org/can-this-trip-be-saved-2/send-rube-goldberg-ticket-cases-recycler/
A romantic dinner on a deserted island inside the lagoon in Bora Bora
from Stuck in Customs http://www.stuckincustoms.com/2014/08/25/a-romantic-dinner-on-a-deserted-island-inside-the-lagoon-in-bora-bora/
Qunar grabs over a third of revenue via mobile channels
from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/36-percent-of-Qunar-revenue-comes-via-mobile-channels-over-500-percent-YOY-increase/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=qunar
American Airlines Eliminates the Spray Tan as an Inflight Amenity
When I first flew the new 737 back in December, this guy greeted you at your seat: What was most striking was the spray tan. I haven’t been onboard an American aircraft with the new system since January, so flying with them today was the first time I noticed that the spray tan starting you […]
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Johannesburg Shongololo Lounge (7 hour stay!)
from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/johannesburg-shongololo-lounge/
Which Hyatt Diamond Amenity Do You Select?
One of the benefits of being a Hyatt Gold Passport Diamond member is that you get a welcome amenity every time you check-in.
On their website, the amenity is described as follows:
"Receive a special welcome point bonus or food and beverage amenity during each stay"
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Bonus For Joining Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan
Alaska Mileage Plan is running a promotion for Washington and Oregon residents that sign-up for a Mileage Plan account by September 30, 2014.
Alaska is offering new members a $25 discount code, which should be delivered within 48 hours of signing up. The discount code is only valid for the Mileage Plan member it was issued to, for travel between September 3 and November 19, 2014. The reservation using the discount code must be ticketed by October 30, 2014.
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HOLY SMOKE: Is British Airways About to Devalue Its Points? Iberia Massively Jacks Up Award Rates!
It looks like Iberia may have just gone and gutted their frequent flyer program for redemptions on most partner airlines, at least for the rewards that have been the best value. And since Iberia and British Airways are jointly owned, and share very similar programs (and the same named currency, Avios), one worries if something […]
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The Mass Graves Near the Barbie Exhibit
from Stuck in Customs http://www.stuckincustoms.com/2014/08/24/the-mass-graves-near-the-barbie-exhibit/
Business Travel Tool: Get Uber to Show Up Automatically, and Bill it To Your Company
It isn’t just United and Hyatt that are integrating with on-demand car service Uber (and on-demand condom service too, cough). As Keri noted, Expensify – the business expense reporting app – is integrating with Uber, too. When you leave the San Francisco airport there’s a big billboard for Expensify that reads “Expense Reports That Don’t […]
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Blog Feedback: Additional Contributors
I am, as far as I'm concerned, the luckiest person in the world.
I have the best job in that I get to spend my life doing the things I am most passionate about, and y'all have been incredibly supportive. I couldn't possibly be more grateful.
Blogging about airlines/hotels is my absolute favorite thing I've ever done - I love blogging more than I love flying Lufthansa first class in an otherwise empty cabin. Which is saying something.
The fact that anyone reads what I write is just icing on the cake. I blogged for two years without making a dime from this site (literally not a dime), and enjoyed it just as much back then as I do now.
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Around the world in 80 hats
from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/infographic-around-world-80-hats/
Taking the #IceBucketChallenge from a Bath Tub at the Park Hyatt Vendome
Yesterday I posted my video taking the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. As per custom I called out three people to take theirs. Parag thinks I should have nominated Christopher Elliott and John Pistole. Instead, these were my nominations: Starwood’s Chris Holdren emails to let me know he’ll follow through on the challenge by Monday. Starwood […]
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Tip Airline Crew For Good Service?
Reader Kevin asked the following question on the "Ask Lucky" page of the blog:
"Hi Ben,
I’m not sure if you’ve ever answered a question like this before as I did a search on your blog and couldn’t quickly find any related info.
I love travelling in Business and especially First Class and I wondered whether you ever tip the crew or reward them in anyway for looking after you so well on a flight?
I’ve had some great crew on past flights and apart from saying thanks, I wondered if there was anything more I should do?
Any advice would be appreciated.
Cheers, Kevin"
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How To Use Points At Disney World
A bunch of (partly) miles & points people are spending the weekend at Disney to celebrate someone's "round" birthday. Not to judge, but unless that number is "10," there ain't no good reason for that. ;)
My friend Tiffany is also partaking in the festivities (though not crazy enough to celebrate her birthday here), and offered to share some tips for maximizing points at Disney World. She has a good excuse for knowing a thing or two about Disney, given that she has nieces and nephews that are Disney-aged.
To start, I should note up front that this is not an attempt at sharing the cheapest trip to Disney World, or how to maximize every potential dollar spent. Those resources are out there, and those folks are hardcore. They make the most passionate mileage collectors look like passive hobbyists, and I’m not nearly smart enough to take that on. So if you want to know every possible trick and loophole, you should head over there.
For the average person though, and certainly for miles and points hobbyists, there are some ways to maximize the perks and programs you’re already used to, so I thought it might be helpful to go through some of those options if you're planning a trip to Disney World.
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Don’t Waste Money or Miles on First Class!
Away is Home asks, Why waste money on a first class seat? And I think it’s not so simple. You have to understand what you get and what it costs to know whether you’re wasting money, getting a fantastic value, or just getting what you’d expect for the cost. Because there are times when it’s […]
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The Australian Coast Along the Great Ocean Road
from Everything Everywhere Travel Blog http://everything-everywhere.com/2014/08/23/australian-coast-along-great-ocean-road/
How Can I Get Elite Status By Doing Starwood Transfers?
from The Points Guy http://thepointsguy.com/2014/08/how-can-i-get-elite-status-by-doing-starwood-transfers/
The late summer playlist, 2014
from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/nights/late-summer-playlist-2014/
Can I Earn an Additional 1Point/ $1 By Booking Via Amex’s Travel Website?
from The Points Guy http://thepointsguy.com/2014/08/can-i-earn-an-additional-1point-1-by-booking-via-amexs-travel-website/
Will I Lose Points Earned on a Chase Card If I Close the Account?
from The Points Guy http://thepointsguy.com/2014/08/will-i-lose-points-earned-on-a-chase-card-if-i-close-the-account/
Will I Have an Issue Booking Hyatt Visa Free Reward Consecutive Nights Separately?
from The Points Guy http://thepointsguy.com/2014/08/will-i-have-an-issue-booking-hyatt-visa-free-reward-consecutive-nights-separately/
Start Your Sunday With This Frequent Flyer News
News and notes from around the interweb: Everything you need to know about Spirit Airlines (other than how unpleasant the experience is of course). Which airline loses the most bags? 13 things you didn’t know about the Boeing 747 3000 bonus Aeroplan miles for flying Air Canada An Icelandic volcano erupted. Right now it’s a […]
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Reader Success Story: Vegas and Wine Country
from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/08/reader-success-story-vegas-and-wine-country.html