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January 28, 2015

Best Trip Ever: Dad’s Thoughts

As I explained from the beginning, for me the most exciting part of the trip was seeing my dad's excitement. And while I've taken many trips with my dad, planning a complete surprise trip was a new one even for me.

I can't say enough how much I enjoyed seeing his reactions every step of the way as he learned where we'd be going next, and I can't recommend it enough... assuming you're traveling with the type of person that likes surprises and is up for anything.

My dad had originally started writing a million word trip report, but after the feedback from his videos, I figured him sharing his final trip thoughts on video would be even better.

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from One Mile at a Time http://onemileatatime.boardingarea.com/2015/01/28/best-trip-ever-dads-thoughts/

The mobile majority is here in travel — and across all demographics

There is a clear mobile majority in travel across all demographics for the first time ever, says the latest Travel Technology Survey ...

from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/mobile-majority-in-travel-across-all-demographics/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=phocuswright-report

Here’s Why Starwood Changed Their Terms to Distinguish Base and Bonus Points…

I noted several changes to Starwood Preferred Guest terms and conditions yesterday in addition to the change to make Platinum 50 night member Suite Night Awards an option (introducing other choices that a Platinum could pick instead if they prefer). One of those changes was to distinguish between base and bonus points earned by elite […]

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US Flights Resume Normal Schedules Wednesday

After two days of thousands of cancellations, flights in the Northeast began resuming normal operations Wednesday.

from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/us-airlines-get-back-normal-after-east-coast-disruptions-winter-storm-1797646

British Airways Devaluation Coming April 28

The last time British Airways changed their Executive Club program was about 3 years ago, when they made redemptions based on individual sectors, but today marks the next big changes to the British Airways Executive Club program. If you are thinking of taking advantage of the American Express to British Airways 40% transfer bonus, you...

from The Points Guy http://thepointsguy.com/2015/01/british-airways-devaluation-coming-april-28/

You know you're back in America when

Jacqueline Kehoe explains what you notice when you come back after a long time abroad.

from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/you-know-youre-back-in-america-when/

1,000 Free Points For Joining Hilton HHonors

For the two of you reading this that aren't yet members of Hilton HHonors... ;)

Hilton HHonors is running a promotion in conjunction with EVA Air whereby you can earn triple EVA Air Infinity MileageLands miles for your Hilton stays. That promotion as such interests me about as much as C-SPAN.

However, another part of the promotion is that Hilton is offering new members that register through the promotion link 1,000 HHonors points for joining. The promotion is valid through March 31, 2015.

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How well do you know world geography

Think you're a geography pro? Prove it!

from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/how-well-do-you-know-your-world-geography-quiz/

Surfacing: A Chicago Neighborhood Follows a Latin Beat

Pilsen, a Mexican-American enclave in the city’s Lower West Side, now draws tourists thanks to new shops, breweries and restaurants.

from NYT > Travel http://rss.nytimes.com/c/34625/f/642561/s/42cb81ce/sc/10/l/0L0Snytimes0N0C20A150C0A20C0A10Ctravel0Ca0Echicago0Eneighborhood0Efollows0Ea0Elatin0Ebeat0Bhtml0Dpartner0Frss0Gemc0Frss/story01.htm

International Real Estate: Real Estate in Australia

The housing market in Victoria is gradually recovering from a slump after the global financial crisis, in part because of stimulus measures from the state government and a strengthening economy, agents say.

from NYT > Travel http://rss.nytimes.com/c/34625/f/642561/s/42cb81cf/sc/22/l/0L0Snytimes0N0C20A150C0A10C290Crealestate0Creal0Eestate0Ein0Eaustralia0Bhtml0Dpartner0Frss0Gemc0Frss/story01.htm

Beat the travel website blues: Five steps to better performance

So you made it through the busy holiday travel season and are gunning for a great 2015. The US (and SOME elsewhere ...

from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/travel-website-better-performance/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beat-travel-website-blues-five-steps-better-performance

50,000 Mile Limited-Time Offer for the United Explorer Business Card

Hat tip to reader Joe C. and via SlickDeals, Chase is promoting a limited-time offer for the United Explorer Business Card of 50,000 miles after $2000 spend within 3 months. There’s a $0 fee the first year, then $95. Like the personal Explorer Card, this comes with: And also of course access to last seat […]

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