In Climbing a California Peak, the Challenge Is Finding a Place to Park

Every Saturday and Sunday, 1,500 to 2,000 people come to climb Mission Peak. However, there are only 42 parking spaces.

















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In Transit Blog: A New App for Travel Meet-Ups

Tripr, a new digital application, helps travelers connect with others who will be at the same destination.

















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T Magazine: Oscar de la Renta’s Island Oasis

The late fashion designer’s legacy also includes suites designed for the Tortuga Bay Hotel in Punta Cana.

















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A Day in the Life of Delta’s Porsche Tarmac Transfer Program

Last summer United started rolling out Mercedes tarmac transfers… something Delta started doing with Porsche in November 2011. United has a broader Miles for Mercedes tie-in as well. Of course this all follows on Lufthansa’s innovation, not just at their First Class Terminal in Frankfurt (since first class passengers wait in a different terminal from […]

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14 ways to understand Hong Kong

2. Become impatient: We're always in a hurry. We're power-stabbing lift buttons to make them go faster or tutting at pregnant ladies who walking too slowly.



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How two hotels groups are taking a data-driven road less travelled

When a hurricane hits the west coast of Mexico, resorts on the east coast can experience a surge in demand. While it ...



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Sabre inks with Enteprise Holdings, Travelport gets AirAsia India, Busy Rooms taps Tripvillas, and more…

This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel DISTRIBUTION in tourism and hospitality for October 2014. Tuesday 4 November ...



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How to Handle a Sudden Change of Travel Plans

Wandering Earl

Three weeks ago, I attended my close friend’s wedding on a Sunday night in Vancouver. It was a great time, with great people, great food and just a great atmosphere. Once the wedding ended shortly after 1:00am, I then bummed … Read more →

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Save 10% (And More) On Hyatt Stays

Hyatt is offering a 10% discount on the purchase of physical gift cards, which can translate into huge savings potential for Hyatt stays with a bit of planning:

-- The gift cards can be used at participating Hyatt hotels in the US, Canada and Caribbean

-- If you have an OPEN card from American Express you'll receive a 5% rebate on the purchase

-- You can also earn 3% cash back on your Hyatt booking through TopCashBack

This promotion is open to all Hyatt Gold Passport members, and you can purchase up to $2,000 in gift cards per account directly on the Hyatt website.

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Multi-modal travel search jumps a gear as Rome2Rio adds Uber and bike sharing

If multi-modal travel search is all about incorporating all types of transportation into a user’s potential journey, then it makes sense for ...



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What we can learn from Argentines

#8) Food is to be thoroughly enjoyed. Prime example: No Argentine would think to take coffee to go — coffee is to be enjoyed while relaxed, sitting down.



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The British Airways Cost to Redeem US Airways Flights to Canada, Mexico, and Caribbean Going Down

As I explained in British Airways Visa Drops First Year Annual Fee, Still Offers 50,000 Points, redeeming British Airways points for short non-stop flights in economy on American, US Airways, and Alaska Airlines are a great deal. You can spend as little as 4500 points one-way, instead of the “usual” 12,500 with US mileage programs. […]

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24 people who changed travel forever

Some are political figures, some are inventors, some are pioneers, and some are writers, but all of these people had a major impact on the travel world.



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Man offers free trip to anyone with his ex-girlfriend's name

Calling all Elizabeth Gallaghers in Canada: Would you like a free trip around the world?

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Photo of the Moment: The Wild Poppies of Hertford, England

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