Hey Marriott, where are my wheels?

from Elliott http://elliott.org/case-dismissed-2/hey-marriott-wheels/

The Summer Palace and New Gear Page!

Updated Camera Gear Pages Since Sony has now kinda renamed all their NEX stuff to Sony Alpha stuff, we’ve redone the “Trey’s Gear” page here on the site with Good, Better, and Best. I know it looks like I’m a total Sony shill, but they actually don’t pay me to say any of that… I […]



from Stuck in Customs http://www.stuckincustoms.com/2014/08/05/the-summer-palace-and-new-gear-page/

Beam of Light Entering Antelope Canyon in Arizona

from Everything Everywhere Travel Blog http://everything-everywhere.com/2014/08/04/beam-light-entering-antelope-canyon-arizona/

8 travel lessons from the classroom

Knowing how to flush a toilet in your country doesn’t mean you know how in another.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/bnt/8-lessons-learned-teaching-teenagers-apply-travel/

Why This is a Game for the Entire Family

Image courtesy of wikitravel When it comes to redeeming points and miles, the only thing worse than not getting good value out of your points is not being able to redeem them at all. My little brother had called me a few weeks ago looking for a hand in finding a hotel for 5 nights […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/08/why-this-is-a-game-for-the-entire-family.html

‘Free’ offers can really cost you – here’s how

from Elliott http://elliott.org/elliotts-email/free-offers-can-really-cost-heres/

A $500 fine for bad reviews? Inn's policy pummeled

Threatening your guests rarely yields smiley happy reviews.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/08/04/travel/bad-hotel-review-fine-backlash/index.html

How to ruin your trip to Florence

Use the Ponte Vecchio to actually cross the river.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/trips/totally-botch-trip-florence/

How much cash should I carry when I’m traveling?

from Elliott http://elliott.org/live-2/much-cash-carry-im-traveling/

In Transit Blog: Walkabout: C.D.C. Issues Ebola Travel Guidelines

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

















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Want a Frugal Houseboat Vacation? DO THIS!

Waking up to the splashing of the waves and enjoying a scenic water view is a great way to start a vacation. And you can’t get much closer to a waterfront vacation rental than actually being on the water. Renting a houseboat has become an enjoyable, relaxing, and unique alternative to expensive hotels. It can […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/08/want-a-frugal-houseboat-vacation-do-this.html

GoPro footage of dolphins

They look so happy and free.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/change/best-way-swim-dolphins-natural-habitat/

Startup pitch: myHotel offers a brand-agnostic mobile app for hotel guests

Chile-based startup myHotel has created a mobile app for hotels that doesn’t hinge on a specific hotel group, chain or location. The ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/startup-pitch-myhotel-offers-brand-agnostic-mobile-app-for-hotel-guests/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=startup-pitch-myhotel-offers

Why The World’s Airlines Are Not Freaking Out About Ebola

The risk of an infected passenger on a plane spreading the disease to other travelers is very low, says the World Health Organization.



from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/ebola-virus-does-not-pose-threat-air-travel-trade-group-says-1648208

What is behind the revival of email newsletters

MARKETING: For all the talk of social media marketing and interative or targeted online advertising, it is the humble email newsletter which ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/email-newsletters-revivial-why/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=behind-revival-email-newsletters

Family Time: Art in the Big Apple

Spending an art-filled day museum-hopping in New York City with my twin girls is even better than front-row seats at a Laurie Berkner concert—an equal thrill for the three of us with none of the jostling.



from Intelligent Travel http://intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com/2014/08/04/family-time-art-in-the-big-apple/

In Transit Blog: During Broadway Week, Two-for-One Deals

Broadway Week, from Sept. 1 to 14, will feature two-for-one offers on a number of high-profile shows.

















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10 super useful Portuguese phrases

If a Portuguese person hears you uttering one of these phrases, you’ll be good to go.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/10-extraordinarily-useful-portuguese-phrases-travelers/

United Explorer 50,000 Mile Bonus With $50 Statement Credit

Last Friday, Chase relaunched a limited-time public offer for the United Explorer card, though I realized after I wrote about it that there is actually an even better public offer with an increased sign-up bonus of 50,000 miles (after spending $2,000 within the first 3 months from account opening) plus a $50 statement credit after […]



from The Points Guy http://thepointsguy.com/2014/08/united-explorer-50000-mile-bonus-with-50-statement-credit/

Disney clarifies online marketing policy for travel agents

Popular amongst a diverse group of travelers, Disney focuses heavily on bringing in sales of tickets, packages and cruises through a large ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/disney-clarifies-online-marketing-policy-travel-agents/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=disney-clarifies-online-marketing-policy-travel-agents

Not having a place to call home can

FOR MANY people who’ve traveled extensively and/or lived abroad, home can be a tenuous subject. It’s easy to lose a sense of it when you’re constantly on the go or have changed addresses six times in two years. I left my “home” of Vancouver when I was 31 and after longterm traveling in Europe and […]



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/pulse/matutalks-twitter-chat-home/

NYC is no place for the young artist

In a community where everyone asks about what you do and no one asks about what you love, it’s easy to become discouraged and uninspired.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/new-york-city-no-place-artist/

Egypt: The Case for Going

I have never received as many concerned messages as I did on a recent trip to Egypt. The nation has made headlines lately, and few have been positive. Realities on the ground in Luxor, though, were different.



from Intelligent Travel http://intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com/2014/08/04/egypt-the-case-for-going/

In Transit Blog: Extended Land Stays on Long-Haul Cruises

For avid cruisers, having insufficient time to more thoroughly experience a destination is a frequent complaint. Several cruise lines have stepped up to meet this growing demand by offering longer ports of call.

















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The Confirm Button Never Disappoints

File under: awesome travel advice. On any given week I spend at least several hours in making travel plans. I constantly go back and forth over the various options, sometimes becoming plagued by indecision. I talked about this recently with my friend and fellow wanderer Stephanie Zito, when we were riding around in a taxi…



from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/the-confirm-button-never-disappoints/

Emirates Cancels Flights to Guinea Amid Ebola Concerns

The Dubai-based airline has suspended flights to the West African nation of Guinea until further notice but will continue flights to Senegal.



from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/emirates-cancels-flights-guinea-amid-ebola-concerns-1647756

A brief guide to managing and protecting the digital assets of a hotel

One of the most crucial aspects of running a hotel or a lodging business is asset management. The same efforts and energy ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/protecting-digital-assets-hotel/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=brief-guide-managing-protecting-digital-assets-hotel

12 signs you're from Newfoundland

#5. You’ve gotten drunk in a shed.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/12-signs-born-raised-newfoundland/

Lab-testing new formulas for digital travel

Question: What do you call take-out tacos, oceans of Red Bull, midnight beer-and-pizza, bottomless pots of coffee, dozing on beanbag chairs and ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/sabre-hackathon-write-draft/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sabre-hackathon-write-draft

World's first 'sportainment' park planned

Visitors will be able to experience virtual races against Usain Bolt and take part in medal ceremonies.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/08/04/travel/sports-theme-park/index.html

14 ridiculous hotel amenities

Transcending Wi-Fi, pillow menus and full minibars, these hotel amenities truly give you something to brag about back home.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/08/03/travel/over-the-top-hotel-amenities/index.html

US Wants To Ban In-Flight Phone Calls, But Airlines Want Final Word

The government is expected to seek comments from the industry and travelers before making a final ruling.



from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/us-government-expected-ban-flight-cell-phone-calls-soon-1647620

TripAdvisor user-generates TV ad, Booking.com in China visitors pledge, and more…

This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel MARKETING in tourism and hospitality for August 2014. Monday 4 August ...



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

8 best road cycling routes in Utah

Utah is no slouch when it comes to road cycling / cycle touring. Just look to the Tour of Utah.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/sports/8-best-road-cycling-routes-utah/

Katy Goes Three for Four with Applications

As we continue along with the travel game, the number of credit cards we have available to us to apply for diminishes. We chose four for Katie for her July 2nd applications and here are the results: First on our list was the Chase British Airways card with a 50,000 point sign up bonus. She […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/08/katy-goes-three-for-four-with-applications.html