September 30, 2014

6 ways Shanghai is different

Even during the harshest periods of the communist era, being Shanghainese had a special cachet in China.





from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/22/travel/unique-shanghai-bourdain/index.html

The Best Credit Card To Get Right Before A Trip Is…

Traditional credit card rewards through a co-branded offering such as Citi/American Airlines, Amex/Delta or Chase/United follow a process which requires you to spend money on your credit card, your statement closes and then points/miles post to your loyalty account within a few days. Bank credit card reward programs such as American Express Membership Rewards, Chase […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/09/the-best-credit-card-to-get-right-before-a-trip.html

Half Off Redemptions to Europe Booked in October!

Air France KLM’s Flying Blue program should be interesting to U.S. frequent flyers for several reasons. They offer one-way awards, which Delta won’t have until next year. They are an American Express Membership Rewards and a Citi Thank You points transfer partner. They have access to award space that Delta won’t let you have. They […]


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Don’t sell me a suitcase after a trip, tap the moments that matter

Advertisers crafting contextual advertising campaigns based on literal keyword search-based actions or past guest actions are losing the war in what I’m ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/hotels-contextual-advertising/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=contextual-advertising-guestie

'Protest tourism': How Hong Kong demonstrations are affecting travel

Visiting Hong Kong during the protests? Here are some things travelers should know while visiting the island.





from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/30/travel/hong-kong-protests-travel/index.html

Air traffic control fire suspect in court

A contract employee accused of setting a fire at a key Chicago air traffic control center on Monday made his first court appearance since the incident created flight problems that rippled across the nation.





from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/29/travel/chicago-ohare-midway-flights-delayed/index.html

How expats are saving Morocco's riads

For a sense of culture and hospitality unavailable in most big hotels, Morocco's riads, palatial homes turned boutique hotels, are unbeatable.





from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/30/travel/morocco-riad-hotels/index.html

10 ways to crack Berlin's uber cool arts scene

World War II bunker and former margarine factory among cutting edge venues in ever-changing city





from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/29/travel/berlin-arts-scene/index.html

You've never been to Mexico City

Many arrive in Mexico City wondering why they feel lightheaded. Mexico’s capital is 7,350 feet above sea level.



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/trips/10-signs-youve-never-mexico-city/

100% Bonus On US Airways Miles Extended Through October 12, 2014

Since early September, US Airways has been offering up to a 100% bonus on the purchase of Dividend Miles. This promotion was supposed to run through September 30, 2014, though has now been extended through October 12, 2014.


Through this promotion the bonuses are tiered, based on the number of points you purchase, as follows:


-- 1,000-9,000 miles = 25% Bonus

-- 10,000-19,000 miles = 50% Bonus

-- 20,000-29,000 miles = 75% Bonus

-- 30,000-50,000 miles = 100% Bonus


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from One Mile at a Time http://onemileatatime.boardingarea.com/2014/09/30/100-bonus-us-airways-miles-extended-october-12-2014/

Air France FlyingBlue December/January Promo Awards — Up To 50% Off

One of the best uses of Air France/KLM FlyingBlue miles is booking their Promo Awards. FlyingBlue publishes these every month, and offer 25-50% off award tickets on Air France and KLM metal. Back in the day Promo Awards would consistently be for 50% off and would have a good number of options in business class, though unfortunately they’ve devalued the program somewhat since then, and the discounts now vary.


However, there are still some great values to be had. FlyingBlue just published their latest Promo Awards. These are valid for bookings made between October 1 and October 31, 2014, and for travel between December 1, 2014 and January 31, 2015. This can be a pretty useful Promo Award period, given that it's valid for travel over the holidays.


For this Promo Award period, the following destinations in North America are available:


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from One Mile at a Time http://onemileatatime.boardingarea.com/2014/09/30/air-france-flyingblue-decemberjanuary-promo-awards-50/

Delta Gets Pushed Out of Dallas Love Field by the Federal Government

Southwest was born out of Dallas’ Love Field. They built their identity around it. Their stock ticket symbol is LUV. Their flight attendants, in the 70s, wore hot pants and they introduced automated ticketing machines called “Quickies.” But Dallas’ close-in airport was hobbled. The local area built up Dallas-Fort Worth and in exchange all of […]


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from View from the Wing http://viewfromthewing.boardingarea.com/2014/09/30/delta-love-field-wright-amendment/

Travel guide to Zion National Park

By pretty much any measure, Zion is one of America's most remarkable national parks.



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/trips/travel-guide-zion-national-park-utah/

UK government wants in on sharing economy

The UK government is looking to “open doors” for the sharing economy and make the country a global centre for businesses such ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/UK-government-embraces-sharing-economy/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uk-government-wants-sharing-economy

September 29, 2014

Chinese link-up as SiteMinder connects with Ctrip

SiteMinder is heading deep into Chinese hotel distribution with a “strategic integration partnership” with online travel agency CTrip. The move gives hotels ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/ctrip-siteminder-XML/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=siteminder-confirms-two-way-xml-link-ctrip-2