Little girl on a long blue road

Storybird Have you ever tried out this thing called “Storybird“? If you have kids, I think it is certainly worth a try! Daily Photo – Little girl on a long blue road I loved exploring this very old part of Rabat. In this one area, there were a lot of these sorts of amazing streets […]



from Stuck in Customs http://www.stuckincustoms.com/2014/07/02/little-girl-on-a-long-blue-road/

The Cliffs of Moher in Ireland

from Everything Everywhere Travel Blog http://everything-everywhere.com/2014/07/01/cliffs-moher-ireland/

18 countries, 18 ideas of 'beauty'

She asked one thing: "Make me beautiful."



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/18-countries-18-standards-beauty/

A New Link for the 100,000 Mile Citi Executive Aadvantage Card

Last week I wrote about the expiring 100,000 mile offer from the Citi Executive AAdvantage card. The offer has been around since January and it appears it hasn’t gone away after all. The previous link no longer works, but there is another link that worked for Frequentmiler. There is no mention of the 100,000 miles […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/07/a-new-link-for-the-100000-mile-citi-executive-aadvantage-card.html

Check In: Hotel Review: The Roundhouse at Beacon Falls in Beacon, N.Y.

Opened in 2012 and situated about 60 miles from Manhattan, this evolving property offers a base for exploring the DIA Beacon museum and other area attractions.

















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Bites: Restaurant Report: Masala Library in Mumbai

“Indian cuisine version 2.0” is on the menu at this spot that opened in October.

















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Surfacing: Bees, Brews and Boutiques in Cape May, N.J.

Explore recent additions to this historic seaside resort, from a honey shop to a brewery.

















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This Is What The Future Of Travel Will Look Like

In a new report from travel website Skyscanner, experts explain why airports will become a relaxing part of the vacation experience.



from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/future-travel-holograms-airport-bedrooms-sky-near-instant-security-checks-1616946

In Transit Blog: Time With Turtles in North Carolina

A popular destination on the North Carolina coastline dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating injured sea turtles has relocated, expanded and reopened to the public.

















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How does your hotel manage virtual credit card payments?

WEX Inc, in partnership with the Portland Research Group, recently conducted a research study which provides insights into hotel acceptance of virtual ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/hotel-manage-virtual-credit-card-payments/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hotel-manage-virtual-credit-card-payments

Mapped: Fictional film locations

My only criticism is that they left out Narnia.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/fictional-places-map/

Startup pitch: Growth hacker Zilyo applies metasearch to vacation and peer-to-peer rentals

In 2013, Hamed Al-Khabaz was kicked out of Montreal’s Dawson College after stumbling upon a giant security flaw in one of its ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/startup-pitch-zilyo/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=startup-pitch-zilyo

Travel Tips From Top Family Bloggers

This spring, I attended the Mom 2.0 Summit, a gathering of some of the most talented family bloggers and female entrepreneurs in the U.S. and Canada. While these women run the gamut when it comes to coverage--from politics to design--many of them are leaders in the travel blogging community. And who better to pump for tips about family travel than parents who embrace it as a lifestyle? Here are eight recs to remember the next time you're planning a trip with the kids.



from Intelligent Travel http://intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com/2014/07/01/travel-tips-from-top-family-bloggers/

In Transit Blog: T.S.A. Fees For Air Trips to Rise

While airfares fluctuate constantly with demand, competition and fuel prices, at least one constant in pricing is set to rise: TSA fees.

















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2022 World Cup should be in the US

FIFA’s president said awarding the 2022 World Cup to Qatar was a “mistake.”



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/sports/2022-world-cup-taken-qatar-given-us/

“It Was Too Ugly to Die in There”

Michael Graves, the designer who improved tea kettles for the masses thanks to his partnership with Target stores, recently took on a new challenge. The original hospital wheelchair, apparently still in widespread use, was based off a design from way back in 1933. Graves decided to update it, and also worked on other hospital equipment... Read More



from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/it-was-too-ugly-to-die-in-there/

5 Common Sense Steps to Improve Your Credit

When it comes to earning points and miles, there is one thing that can truly stand in your way – your credit score. Like it or not, your credit score and the contents of your credit report can make or break your ability to play this game the way you want. In fact, if you […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/07/5-common-sense-steps-to-improve-your-credit.html

11 Brazilian foods you need to try

To truly understand Brazilian food, you must try these dishes.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/trips/11-best-brazilian-foods-youve-probably-never-tasted/

T Magazine: In Store | A.P.C. Sets Up Shop at the Wythe Hotel

Beginning today, the French retailer fills the Williamsburg hot spot’s boutique with its signature denim, home items designed in collaboration with Jessica Ogden and a slew of travel-friendly wares.

















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Japan Airlines launches in-flight internet, IDeaS reputation-based pricing module, and more…

This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel SYSTEMS in tourism and hospitality for July 2014. Tuesday, 1 July ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/travel-systems-roundup-july-2014/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=systems-roundup-july-2014

A Prohibition Bar Crawl Through NYC

Warning: This post is not a budget-friendly post, but it will make you thirsty! I love the 1920s – a lot. Midnight in Paris is one of my favorite movies. I had a Prohibition era themed birthday party this year. I own vintage clothes. I listen to a lot of jazz. I’ve started taking swing classes. If I could live in any other time, I would pick 1920s NYC or Paris. The Jazz Age and I are buddies. And that […]

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from Nomadic Matt's Travel Site http://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/prohibition-new-york-city/

Why the travel industry needs the web to remain open and neutral

I have a dream of a perfect, utopian internet. But regulators have other ideas. Here in the US, for example, the Federal ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/travel-industry-online-content-net-neutrality/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=net-neutrality

Just one per cent of travellers plan trips in the last 24 hours

Despite the rise of same-day booking services, apparently just 1% of leisure and business travellers plan their trip within the final 24-hour ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/travellers-plan-trips-in-the-last-24-hours/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sociomantic-study

Viator does a Twisper, Visit Queensland’s 24-hour video challenge, and more…

This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel MARKETING in tourism and hospitality for July 2014. Tuesday 1 July ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/travel-marketing-roundup-july-2014/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=visit-queenslands-24-hour-video-challenge

Startup pitch: Zairge puts hotel property management in the cloud

Zairge, a US startup that provides cloud-based property management system (PMS), has had a strong start since it was a participant in ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/startup-pitch-zairge/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=startup-pitch-zairge

Opaque bookings on the wane: Priceline, Hotwire, and a changing landscape

Priceline built its business in 1998 on opaque bookings, or buyer-driven pricing. But the supply of opaque deals appears to be shrinking ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/state-opaque-hotel-bookings-priceline-versus-hotwire/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=state-opaque-hotel-bookings-priceline-versus-hotwire

Happiness Blanket stunt sparks debate for British Airways

British Airways‘ latest marketing stunt has sparked a debate related to the relative merits of this new invention, handidly called “the Happiness ...



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Startup pitch update: LugLess keeps on shipping luggage worldwide

LugLess is one of the startups competing in the door-to-door luggage shipping space, and was covered in a startup pitch last year. ...



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Southwest Airlines Adds Overseas Flights

The Dallas-based airline makes its international debut after 43 years of operation.



from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/southwest-airlines-international-flights-domestic-brand-becomes-international-carrier-1616428

Goodbye, Comfort Zone: On the Road with Marvin and Josephine Abisia

This is a travel hacking case study. (Read others or nominate yourself.) From Portland to Singapore—and probably a few other places—I’ve hung out with Marv and Jo on multiple continents. They’ve been a big part of our community for many years, and have been actively traveling for most of that time. Tell us about yourselves.... Read More



from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/on-the-road-with-marvin-and-josephine-abisia/

Keep It Simple: 8 Ways to Find Your Travel Planning Zen

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Amanda Kendle reveals 8 tips to mastering the art of simplicity in travel planning.

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from Vagabondish http://www.vagabondish.com/tips-simplify-travel-planning/

How to piss off someone from Hawaii

Ask us if you need a visa to visit Hawaii.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/piss-someone-hawaii/

America has its own soccer hooligans

As a nation, we’ve never had to worry about bands of roving hooligans before.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/sports/america-finally-soccer-hooligans-awesome/

Terrorists developing new airplane bombs

CNN's Barbara Starr reports that the U.S. may up airport security measures due to advances in al Qaeda technology.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/us/2014/06/30/lead-dnt-starr-airport-security-measures-threats.cnn.html

New airport security measures considered amid bomb concerns

The U.S. is considering new security measures at airports due to increased concern that terrorists from al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula are developing explosives designed to avoid detection by current security screening, U.S. officials tell CNN.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/06/30/politics/airport-security-concerns/index.html

20 of the most beautiful places in Canada

In honor of Canada Day, a look at some of the country's most incredible manmade and natural beauties.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/07/01/travel/gallery/canada-20-most-beautiful-places/index.html