Normal friend vs. friend from NYC

A normal friend will take a leisurely stroll with you. A friend from NYC power walks.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/17-differences-normal-friend-friend-new-york-city/

How simple personalisation on ads boosted web eyeballs to a tourist destination

In some respects personalisation on advertising can feel a little bit creepy to consumers – but it does appear to work. Perhaps ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/personalisation-ads-boost-destination/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=simple-personalisation-ads-boosted-eyeballs-tourist-beach

The Getaway: What Not to Pack

It won’t get wrinkled if you don’t pack it: a what-to-leave-out list for those who want to travel light.

















from NYT > Travel http://rss.nytimes.com/c/34625/f/642561/s/3be82839/sc/10/l/0L0Snytimes0N0C20A140C0A60C290Ctravel0Cwhat0Enot0Eto0Epack0Bhtml0Dpartner0Frss0Gemc0Frss/story01.htm

An adventure traveler's bucket list

25 must-dos if you want to cement your status as a globetrotting badass.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/sports/25-things-need-adventure-traveler/

New accessibility rules coming to airline websites. Are you ready?

Imagine for a minute that you decide to take a vacation. You’re thinking Hawaii, Tahiti or the Alps. You grab your computer, ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/airlines-online-accessibility-regulations/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=access

“I’m Different from Most People. I’d Rather Go Back.”

Meet Jack: a 93-year-old man who lives in a cabin in the wilderness. He built the cabin 36 years ago and has lived in it full-time since his wife passed away. “This house is five miles from the nearest road. That’s why I bought it.” “It’s not that I don’t like people. I do. But... Read More



from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/im-different-from-most-people/

The most boring inflight movie ever?

British Airways begins screening seven-hour film showing Norwegian train journey it says will help passengers relax.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/06/25/travel/boring-inflight-movie/index.html

Flight attendant brings sass to the sky

In tonight's RidicuList, Anderson Cooper asks: Is the Southwest Airlines flight attendant in this video the best ever?

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/offbeat/2014/06/25/ac-ridiculist-southwest-flight-attendant.cnn.html

Windy City wins George Lucas museum

The force was with Chicago. The Windy City beat out other cities, including a contentious battle against San Francisco, winning the bid to build an interactive museum for "Star Wars" creator George Lucas.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/06/24/showbiz/chicago-wins-lucas-museum/index.html

MH370 search moves farther south

Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 likely flew into the southern Indian Ocean on autopilot with an unresponsive crew, Australian authorities said Thursday, divulging new details about what they believe happened during the missing plane's final hours.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/06/26/world/asia/australia-missing-malaysian-plane/index.html

10 'secret' South African experiences

Seen enough lions? Downed enough wine? A moonrise picnic on a mountain or an arty tour of Jo'burg's city center might be the next move.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/06/26/travel/secret-south-african-experiences/index.html

This 50-cent toy could save your trip

Feet sore, back aching after a long flight? The writer found this cheap plastic ball can help as much as a massage.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/06/25/travel/wiffle-ball-travels/index.html

Exploring East Greenland [pics]

Greenland is a country divided by the ice.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/photographic-journey-remote-east-greenland/

MH370 Search To Focus On ‘New Priority Area’

Australian officials also reportedly said they were confident that Flight MH370 was on autopilot before it crashed into the Indian Ocean.



from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/flight-mh370-update-search-focus-new-priority-area-southern-indian-ocean-1612212

Chicago Seminars Profile Series: Ari Charlestein, Scott Grimmer, Captain Denny Flanagan, Drew Macomber

Chicago Seminars Profile Series: Organizer and Speaker Howie Rappaport Chicago Seminars Profile Series: Our Charity Chairwoman Sharon “skiadcock” Chicago Seminars Profile Series: Angelina Aucello Chicago Seminars Profile Series: Marathon Man Chicago Seminars Profile Series: John Lopinto from ExpertFlyer and Frequent Miler Chicago Seminars Profile Series: Rapid Travel Chai, Geoff Whitmore, MJ on Travel Ari Charlestein […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/06/chicago-seminars-profile-series-ari-charlestein-scott-grimmer-captain-denny-flanagan-drew-macomber.html