August 28, 2014

Malaysia Airlines First Class Awards Available!

Malaysia Airlines is struggling financially, with very low load factors (read: empty planes). They aren’t losing nearly as much money as Qantas, of course. I genuinely feel bad for them. Lots of employees affected, generally not at all their fault, the carrier getting restructured. I much like the airline. They have my favorite satay. Although […]


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6 Discoveries From Near and Far, Volume VII

Things I found on long walks in foreign cities, or perhaps when someone posted them on Twitter.



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In Transit Blog: In Orlando, a Sukkot Special

Prime Hospitality Group has partnerships with luxury resorts for kosher dining and a range of activities for Jewish holidays.

















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Malaysia Airlines Financial Losses Grow

Disasters on two flights this year have further damaged the already struggling carrier, which is poised for a reorganization.





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We Want to Hear Your Success Stories

Here at Frugal Travel Guy, we work hard to bring you the best tips and tricks to get you on the vacation of your dreams at a price that you can afford, but there is something you may not know. Every Sunday, we publish Reader Success Stories that feature our readers and their amazing travel […]



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The New Biggest Cash Back Card Has Launched

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Learn how to stay still

You don’t need to be in motion to be alive.



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Explorer: Into a Lava-Lined Underworld Near Albuquerque

Exploring the lava tube caves of El Malpais National Monument.

















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Shale Oil in Texas Keeps Gas Prices Affordable

The South Texas Eagle Ford formation is producing around one million barrels of crude oil a day, helping to offset prices hikes on global turmoil.

















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Authorized Users Can Get Credit Card Signup Bonuses

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Charlie Palmer Rethinks His Empire

The chef and restaurateur is spreading out in Midtown.





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What Are the New Changes to the FICO Credit Scoring System?

The world of credit would be relatively simple if we had a single credit report and a single score based off of that report. Unfortunately this couldn’t be further from the reality. John Ulzheimer, a nationally recognized credit expert shared a great 5-minute video that I encourage you to watch. It covers the changes that […]



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Meet Jim Hoschek, aka 'Blind Guy'

Jim Hoschek prefers to go by "Blind Guy." He lost his sight in a surgical accident in 1997.



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Permanent Collection: D.C.’s National Gallery

Washington, D.C.'s National Gallery of Art is an awesome trove, but approaching it requires planning. Most of the gallery's art is not on display at any one time, of course, but some spectacular pieces always are, and they provide the best starting point. Here are ten must-see works recommended by curator Eric Denker.



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Delta Same Day Confirm Policy Changes Yet Again

Last year, Delta made some major changes to their Same Day Confirm policy, which requires that the same class of service must be available to change instead of just cabin to cabin availability. This means that if you were booked on a cheap fare, most likely you wouldn’t be able to Same Day Confirm and […]



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