Our first afternoon in Paris was a fun one. We got to enjoy macaroons and decadent hot chocolate at Angelina, a couple of quick picture stops, and an unforgettable fun family moment at the Pont des Arts bridge, anding a lock to the many thousands already there.
3 bonus miles per dollar on all travel purchases until May 31, 2014 on the US Airways Dividend Miles MasterCard.
Picking the best airlines and hotel chains is definitely a subjective task. The more you travel, the bigger viewpoint you have. But, we all have different things we like. I wrote about a survey recently that tried to peg the best and the worst…
American Airlines is offering a pretty easy 1,000 miles if you play a quick game they have on Facebook, and if you fly you can earn another 9,000 more. It feels like easy games like this to earn miles have become more scarce. Whether…
London is reducing it’s very high departure taxes for flights. United is giving status to folks who didn’t earn it. Marriott is mostly raising the price of award redemptions. And, Delta makes a rare change in favor of the customer.
While plenty of planes have in-flight entertainment systems, I’m always happy to bring my own (my iPad) with me. It’s gotten to the point where I don’t really remember what I did before I had an iPad. Work tasks are easier and they serve…
What do you get when one of the most likable executives in the travel industry invites 25 or so frequent travelers to come have a drink? The Milepoint/Hyatt Happy Hour. No question I’m a Hyatt HomerTM. But I think the attendees at this event…
It’s not exactly news that Delta is increasing it’s footprint in Seattle. It’s been dropping bombs on competitors and partners alike (talking about you, Alaska Airlines). They started to increase flights in and out of Seattle and throwing around a lot of miles, both…
Thanks to Neil M. for sending along this article from Bankrate.com (pretty sure my father tried to send it to me as well, but the link didn’t come through). I usually get a good chuckle out of broad statements like “best” and “worst” because…
Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile is newly renovated and poised to surprise those who have stayed there before or not at all. The lobby area is especially inviting, with a sushi bar, iMacs for guest use, a library and a bar. The rooms are very functional and very nicely appointed.