PriceMatch, a hotel yield manager with a hip vibe, raises $9M

European startups have been working on fresh ways to help hotels to maximize occupancy and revenue. Many of their technological solutions replace ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/raising-9m-pricematch-plans-expand-yield-management-saas-solution/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=raising-9m-pricematch-plans-expand-yield-management-saas-solution

How to insult like the British

The British are the best at insulting each other. Here are a few (not TOO obscene) ways to insult people like the Brits would.



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/insult-people-like-british/

To Be Happier, Go to the Library

If you liked the Japanese tradition, here’s another one from this side of the Pacific: “Older people often draw as much happiness from ordinary experiences — like a day in the library — as they do from extraordinary ones. For people who have not saved enough or have broken into their savings because of lost…



from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/to-be-happier-go-to-the-library/

Award Booking Tales: Airlines Hang Up and Call Again, Too

About two weeks ago, one of my favorite clients, who I will call Mike, emailed me to let me know about a schedule change on an award itinerary that we had booked for him. He asked me if there was something that could be done to remedy an airline-imposed layover. Mike’s Itinerary Mike’s business class […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2015/02/award-booking-tales-airlines-hang-up-and-call-again-too.html

In Transit Blog: Walkabout: All Eyes Are on Change at JetBlue

A weekly capsule of travel news curated by our writers and editors.

















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National parks saw record numbers of visitors in 2014

America's national parks welcomed a record-breaking 292.8 million visits in 2014, shattering the previous record of 287.1 million visits set in 1999.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2015/02/17/travel/feat-most-visited-national-parks-sites-2014/index.html

This is the world's coldest town

So you live in Maine or Michigan or Canada and you think you have it rough in the winter? That’s cute.



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/think-handle-winter-worlds-coldest-town/

Hyatt Offers 20% Point-Redemption Refund to Hyatt Credit Cardmembers

Hyatt announced a neat promotion today for Hyatt Credit Cardmembers. Through the promotion, you can earn back 20 percent of points redeemed. In addition to receiving a refund for points used for award nights and points + cash stays, you will also get 20 percent of points redeemed for room upgrades, dining and spa awards […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2015/02/hyatt-offers-20-point-redemption-refund-to-hyatt-credit-cardmembers.html

A Tourist Authority Gives Up, an Airline CEO Lights Money on Fire, Plus Double Miles and 50% Off Awards

News and notes from around the interweb: Ithaca’s tourism authority gives up — says you should visit Florida this winter. Double American miles between the US and Germany on American, US Airways, and airberlin (HT: Frequent Flyer Bonuses) Blogger interviews the CEO of La Compagnie, the ‘all business class’ airline flying between New York and […]

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from View from the Wing http://viewfromthewing.boardingarea.com/2015/02/17/tourist-authority-gives-airline-ceo-lights-money-fire-plus-double-miles-50-off-awards/

Stop ivory-funded terrorism [vid]

When you buy something made of ivory, where does the money go?



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/tv/either-stop-ivory-funded-terrorism-witness-last-days-elephants-wild/

How Good Is Japan Airlines’ New First Class Product?

In late 2012, Japan Airlines began introducing a new first & business class product throughout their longhaul fleet. While it looked great, it wasn't actually until this past weekend that I flew it.

Up until this trip I wasn't too hot about Japan Airlines. Yes, I knew they were a decent airline, but based on my flights with them prior to that, I was never blown away by them. I always kind of thought of them as the second rate Japanese airline, after ANA, with which I've had nothing but amazing experiences.

The post How Good Is Japan Airlines’ New First Class Product? appeared first on One Mile at a Time.

from One Mile at a Time http://onemileatatime.boardingarea.com/2015/02/17/how-good-is-japan-airlines-new-first-class-product/

Chicago’s Indie Hotels

Chicago is as famous for Wrigley Field and deep dish pizza as it is for its neighborhoods. See the Windy City in style by making one of these boutique hotels your home base.



from Intelligent Travel http://intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com/2015/02/17/chicagos-indie-hotels/

In Transit Blog: At Renaissance Hotels, an Artistic Welcome

Renaissance Hotels will feature travel-inspired art in the entryways of each of its locations.

















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How to Maximize Marriott Hotel + Air Packages

A few months ago, the Ritz Carlton credit card began offering 140,000 points worth two free nights after you spent $3,000 on the card and paid the hefty $395 annual fee. I hate paying annual fees and don’t care about Ritz Carlton properties at all, but both my husband and I signed up for an […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2015/02/how-to-maximize-marriott-hotel-air-packages.html

10 simple steps to crisper photos

If you're a budding photographer, you have to check this out.



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/too-many-photos-lack-sharpness-here-are-10-simple-steps-for-crisper-shots/