Airline ancillary revenue rockets to a projected $49.9 billion globally

Airlines show no sign of relenting on the industry push towards ancillary revenue, with the latest projection suggesting a $7.3 billion year-over-year ...



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9 signs you were raised Brazilian

#1) You pay for 5,000 TV channels just so you can watch Globo all day.



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Funny Video: Weird Things Couples Do In Hotel Rooms

Check out this hilarious BuzzFeed video, entitled "Weird Things Couples Do In A Hotel Room."

Coupled or not, I think we can all relate to just about every part of that video at one point or another in our travels.

Oh yeah, and this video is also a perfect reminder of why it doesn't suck to be single (as if there needed to be more reasons)!

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Register For Club Carlson Points Or Nights Promotion

Club Carlson has unveiled their fourth quarter promotion, entitled Points Or Nights. The promotion is valid for stays between November 4 and December 30, 2014.

Through this promotion you have the choice between:

-- Double base Gold Points

-- Double night credits towards status

Registration is required prior to check-out of your first eligible stay, and you do have to select which reward you want at the time of registration -- you can't change it later.

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Question travel writing's status quo

Given the huge success of writers of color in other genres, such as Amy Tan and Toni Morrison, it's time for travel writing publishers to also move on.



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In Climbing a California Peak, the Challenge Is Finding a Place to Park

Every Saturday and Sunday, 1,500 to 2,000 people come to climb Mission Peak. However, there are only 42 parking spaces.

















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In Transit Blog: A New App for Travel Meet-Ups

Tripr, a new digital application, helps travelers connect with others who will be at the same destination.

















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T Magazine: Oscar de la Renta’s Island Oasis

The late fashion designer’s legacy also includes suites designed for the Tortuga Bay Hotel in Punta Cana.

















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A Day in the Life of Delta’s Porsche Tarmac Transfer Program

Last summer United started rolling out Mercedes tarmac transfers… something Delta started doing with Porsche in November 2011. United has a broader Miles for Mercedes tie-in as well. Of course this all follows on Lufthansa’s innovation, not just at their First Class Terminal in Frankfurt (since first class passengers wait in a different terminal from […]

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14 ways to understand Hong Kong

2. Become impatient: We're always in a hurry. We're power-stabbing lift buttons to make them go faster or tutting at pregnant ladies who walking too slowly.



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How two hotels groups are taking a data-driven road less travelled

When a hurricane hits the west coast of Mexico, resorts on the east coast can experience a surge in demand. While it ...



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Sabre inks with Enteprise Holdings, Travelport gets AirAsia India, Busy Rooms taps Tripvillas, and more…

This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel DISTRIBUTION in tourism and hospitality for October 2014. Tuesday 4 November ...



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How to Handle a Sudden Change of Travel Plans

Wandering Earl

Three weeks ago, I attended my close friend’s wedding on a Sunday night in Vancouver. It was a great time, with great people, great food and just a great atmosphere. Once the wedding ended shortly after 1:00am, I then bummed … Read more →

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Save 10% (And More) On Hyatt Stays

Hyatt is offering a 10% discount on the purchase of physical gift cards, which can translate into huge savings potential for Hyatt stays with a bit of planning:

-- The gift cards can be used at participating Hyatt hotels in the US, Canada and Caribbean

-- If you have an OPEN card from American Express you'll receive a 5% rebate on the purchase

-- You can also earn 3% cash back on your Hyatt booking through TopCashBack

This promotion is open to all Hyatt Gold Passport members, and you can purchase up to $2,000 in gift cards per account directly on the Hyatt website.

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Multi-modal travel search jumps a gear as Rome2Rio adds Uber and bike sharing

If multi-modal travel search is all about incorporating all types of transportation into a user’s potential journey, then it makes sense for ...



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