US Airways Chairman’s Preferred 2014 Segment Requirements Lowered

All things considered I've been really impressed by the way American and US Airways have been handling their integration. Merging two airlines on completely different reservations systems is no easy task, and I think they've done a fairly good job managing expectations.

In particular, they've worked hard to "integrate rather than innovate," which I think makes a lot of sense given the scope of what they're doing. There's no area where this has been more evident than with their frequent flyer program. We finally know what the integration of the AAdvantage and Dividend Miles loyalty programs will look like, when the programs merge in the second quarter of 2015.

Overall the changes are quite positive, especially in relation to what we're seeing at Delta and United.

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Thanksgiving Storm Leaves Thousands Without Power

Hundreds of thousands of homes are without power this Thanksgiving.



from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/winter-storm-causes-massive-power-outages-delays-1730278

Getting an Extra Free One-Way Ticket Each Time You Book an Award: The Programs That Still Let You Do It

Peter asked about “free one-way tickets on awards.” If you can summarize which airlines allow for free one-ways on international award tickets, that would be helpful. I know there’s been some changes in the past few months. The idea of the “free one-way” is that when you redeem a roundtrip award ticket, with an airline […]

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British Airways Gold Guest List Requirements Increased

If you think the systems US airlines use for awarding status are complicated, take a look at the systems offered by some non-US airlines.

For example, British Airways uses a "Tier Point" system for awarding status, with Tier Points being being awarded based on the distance of the flight and the class of service you're flying within certain "tiers." Beyond that, the number of Tier Points required to qualify for status is dependent upon what country your account is registered in.

British Airways has three "traditional" status levels -- Bronze, Silver, and Gold. But they also have some rewards above Gold, for those racking up lots of Tier Points each year.

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In Transit Blog: Gingerbread for a Cause

At Great Wolf Lodge resorts, life-size gingerbread houses are part of a charity initiative.

















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This snowboarding video is epic

It's about the connection to the mountains -- not the competitions, not the sponsors, not the gear, not even the sick lines -- says pro snowboarder Will Jackways. Amen, brother.



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/tv/watch-learn-snowboarders-inspiring-words-lines/

The business exec's guide to San Francisco

Tips to help you make the most of your San Francisco visit.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/11/27/travel/san-francisco-executive-access-mini-guide/index.html

Old Is New Again in Athens

The Caryatids, a clique of statuesque ladies that once supported the roof of the Acropolis’s Erechtheion, stand more beautiful than ever after a three-year makeover.



from Intelligent Travel http://intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com/2014/11/27/old-is-new-again-in-athens/

Beyond user reviews – how to boost conversions by mining TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor is now home to 190 million reviews – that’s a staggering amount of content. And for travel marketers, it’s a messaging ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/tripadvisor-mining-reviews-boost-conversions/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=boost-conversions-mining-tripadvisor

Buy Up To US Airways Status For 2015

As I’ve written about in the past, US Airways has historically had one of the most generous programs when it comes to outright buying status.

US Airways used to offer a buy up to Preferred program, whereby you could outright buy top tier status without having flown a mile. They discontinued that program a couple of months ago, however, as part of their integration with American.

For the past couple of years American AAdvantage has let you buy up to status at the end of the year if you're not too far from qualifying. AAdvantage published the cost and rules for this year's offering earlier in the month, though said it would be a couple of weeks until the US Airways version of the offer would be published.

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Give thanks: The nasty storm's behind us

The silver lining for Thanksgiving Day: The storms are leaving and things should return to normal.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/11/27/travel/thanksgiving-weather/index.html

9 signs you've become a nomad

A sure sign you've become a nomad? 95% of your friends on social media are from places other than your hometown. Read on to see how much of a globetrotter you really are!



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Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!

Thank you. Thank you for stopping by to visit my blog. Thank you for commenting and sharing you experiences. Thank you for the e-mails — expressions of your own thanks, but also your questions, I love answering them and working through puzzles with you, and I love knowing when I’ve contributed in some way to […]

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Europe takes digital steps to improve competitiveness

VisitEurope has developed a new website has part of the region’s bid to stay front of mind with tourists in an increasingly ...



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Horseback Riding Across a Lake Near the Anchor D Ranch, Alberta

from Everything Everywhere Travel Blog http://everything-everywhere.com/2014/11/26/horseback-riding-across-lake-near-anchor-d-ranch-alberta/