August 22, 2014

3 reasons why girls need girlfriends

Unlike in the movies, girl-on-girl conversation does not orbit around the existence of a swinging dick.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/3-reasons-girls-need-girlfriends/

4 Ways to Earn Points and Save Cash on Back-to-School Shopping

It’s that time of year again when the kids go back to school and the excitement over buying school supplies overshadows the dread of the new school year. Whether you’re a student on your own or a parent who is footing the bill for this year’s new clothes, school supplies and electronics, it’s always great […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/08/4-ways-to-earn-points-and-save-cash-on-back-to-school-shopping.html

In Transit Blog: More Space for Pottery at Minnesota Museum

The Pottery Museum of Red Wing in Minnesota has expanded its space and showcases pots, crocks, vases and other items made by the Red Wing Stoneware Company.

















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ArtsBeat: International Arts Events Happening in the Week Ahead

A slideshow of arts events taking place across the world this coming week.





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You May Be Able to Sign Up for 50,000 Hyatt Bonus Points – Even If You Weren’t Targeted

Hyatt has a targeted 50,000 point bonus offer out. I wasn’t targeted for it. There are also several smaller targeted bonuses out. I wasn’t targeted for any of them, either. I’ve gotten some reports, though, of customers getting added to the promotions by asking. I inquired with Hyatt what the policy is here. This is […]


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from View from the Wing http://viewfromthewing.boardingarea.com/2014/08/22/may-able-sign-50000-hyatt-bonus-points-even-werent-targeted/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=may-able-sign-50000-hyatt-bonus-points-even-werent-targeted

How to be the world's best passenger

Unless you’re really old, very short, or physically disabled, why can’t you lift your own luggage and put it in the overhead?



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/tips-flight-attendant-worlds-best-passenger/

Airline Award Ticket Hold Policies

One of the challenging aspects of booking award travel is that award space is often incredibly fluid. Piecing together an award ticket can be complicated, so my preferred approach is to put the long haul flight on hold whenever possible, then add the shorter segments as I go. This takes more phone calls, but I’d…


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from One Mile at a Time http://onemileatatime.boardingarea.com/2014/08/22/holding-award-tickets/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=holding-award-tickets

How to Pack for a 2 Week Trip Using Only Your Carry-On

We left for our trip on Monday. Sunday was our day of scramble. We had to drop off Austin (our dog) with friends, tie up loose ends, double check everything … and pack. We spoke with family and friends throughout the day and, of course, they all asked: are you packed and ready to go? […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/08/packing-for-a-two-week-trip-carryon-only.html

Don't date a girl who travels [vid]

Here's a collection of film clips from around the web, gracefully executing the reverse-psychological thinking behind dating female travelers.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/dont-date-girl-travels-video/

“One Card to Replace Them All” Ready to Ship!

When ‘Coin’ was announced back in November, an app you’d manage on your phone and a single card onto which you could load your many credit cards… and gift cards.. cough.. it was greeted with a great deal of excitement. (See “One Card to Replace Them All (in Your Wallet)”) There were skeptics. The battery […]


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Rick Takes the Ice Bucket Challenge and Challenges the Team

Randy Peterson nominated Rick for the Ice Bucket Challenge this morning and Rick immediately took up the challenge while on his fishing trip in beautiful Ketchikan, Alaska. Rick nominated all the Frugal Travel Guy writers: Howie, Ariana, Christine, Holly and Miguel. The Ice Bucket Challenge is a viral sensation that is helping to raise money […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/08/the-frugal-travel-guy-takes-the-ice-bucket-challenge.html

Giveaway: Women’s Amenity Kit from Etihad

Every Friday is giveaway day. Comment to win! I recently flew Etihad from Los Angeles to Abu Dhabi—their longest route! Thankfully, I had a nice comfy seat suite courtesy of American Airlines miles. As part of the trip, I received a nice amenity kit, and this time I asked for the women’s version. I have…



from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/giveaway-womens-amenity-kit-from-etihad/

What should you do if you lose your luggage?





from Elliott http://elliott.org/live-2/lose-luggage/

The New Heart of Old Athens

The pillars of the Acropolis are glowing in sunset gold and crimson glory as I meander down Ermou Street to Monastiraki—a pedestrian enclave in the heart of old Athens. The lively scene is a far cry from the smoggy, traffic-clogged city I remember in my youth. Now Athens is the place to be.



from Intelligent Travel http://intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com/2014/08/22/the-new-heart-of-old-athens/

Dear Hotels: I’m Not Traveling With The Brady Bunch Or Concubines!

Picking up on my post earlier about hotels customizing experiences, is there a way for me to explain to hotels that I'm not traveling with the Brady Bunch and/or a harem of concubines?!


During three of my most recent hotel stays I've been upgraded to accommodations with extra beds.


Lots and lots of extra beds.


At the Hotel Pulitzer in Amsterdam I was recently "upgraded" to a family room, which featured a second level with extra beds.


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