The Best of the Rest is my effort to summarize all the travel stories that interested me on a daily basis. I don’t have time to write about them in length, but picked some of the best below. It’s a shortcut to find out what’s going on without reading dozens of travel blogs to get the best info. This highlight includes Mother’s Day Deals and Disney’s Bourbon Trail.
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Austrian Airlines Business Class Review, Vienna To Washington-Dulles
This was my first time flying Austrian Airlines but I hope it won’t be my last. I redeemed United Airlines MileagePlus miles for 4 business class seats for our family’s return trip from Europe.
The seats, service and meals all exceeded our expectations. I’ll cover all of these areas in detail along with plenty of pictures. I’m happy to answer any questions about Austrian Airlines’ business class product.
The Best Mileage Offer For A Short Car Rental Right Now
Take advantage of bonus mileage opportunities when they present themselves. This is the offer I’ll be using for all my short-term rentals through the end of 2016.
United Airlines Doesn’t Think You’re Smart Enough To Understand How Bad Their Changes Are
I’ve had a couple of days to digest United Airlines’ most recent changes to their award booking engine and how it affects members. If this was their intention, I think they could have been much more transparent about the changes. If this wasn’t their intention (or they want to adopt that position now), then there needs to be some adjustment to the current procedures.
Cheap Flights To Europe, $100 Off A Hotel Booking And Free Sports & Concert Tickets?
The Best of the Rest is my effort to summarize all the travel/miles & points stories that interested me on a daily basis but didn’t have time to write about in length. Culled from over 100 blogs/authors I follow, some are passed along without comment, while I add my analysis to others. This is your shortcut to find out what’s going on in the travel world without having to read dozens of travel blogs to get all the best info.
Marriott Releases Their Summer 2016 Promotion
Marriott has announced their summer promotion. It’s open for registration now and includes an interesting twist, but don’t expect this one to blow the doors off. More details….
Cheap Flights To Hawaii, An Insane 787 Issue At United And Free United MileagePlus Miles
The Best of the Rest is my effort to summarize all the travel/miles & points stories that interested me on a daily basis but didn’t have time to write about in length. Culled from over 100 blogs/authors I follow, some are passed along without comment, while I add my analysis to others. This is your shortcut to find out what’s going on in the travel world without having to read dozens of travel blogs to get all the best info.
Mileage With A Twist! Up To 100% Bonus On Purchased Miles From United Airlines Through December 18th
An interesting twist on mileage sales from United Airlines. A variable, targeted bonus when purchasing miles.
American Airlines Lifts Their Dress And Shows Us New Changes
There’s lots to discuss from American Airlines today. There’s confirmation of earlier rumored changes, new award charts, and analysis. Read on….
$200 Fares DC-SoCal, 9.5% off Southwest Gift Cards and 1,500 United Miles For Hertz Rental. The Best of The Rest For Friday, June 19th, 2015
Today’s Best of the Rest includes cheap airfare to California, Waldorf Astoria, BOGO Legoland tickets, 9.5% discount on Southwest, Bombardier’s new C-Series and more….