Travel
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Frequent Flier Change Could Cost You19 June 2013, 8:22 pm
United Airlines has made a significant change to its frequent-flier program, MileagePlus. The change requires, in addition to miles flown, a minimum amount of money spent in order to earn status in the MileagePlus program. ...
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Is Cap'n Crunch a Real Captain?19 June 2013, 7:20 pm
Beloved cereal icon Cap’n Crunch is involved in a soggy controversy. It turns out the so-called Cap’n is not actually a captain at all. By the looks of his uniform, he may only be a commander. (Gasp!) An eagle-eyed cereal eater and blogger on Foodbeast.com... ...
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Children of the 1980s, Meet the Cabbage Patch Kids Hat19 June 2013, 7:04 pm
For children of the 1980s, a Georgia mom-to-be is bringing back a sentimental childhood memory with a little crochet and creativity. Amanda Lillie, of Dawsonville, Ga., is the creator of custom-made, crocheted hats inspired by the dimpled Cabbage Patch Kid dolls famous for their distinct... ...
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U.S. Marine Returns From War as Underwear Model19 June 2013, 2:02 pm
Move over Mark Wahlberg and David Beckham, there is a new underwear model making waves, and he is more than just a guy on a billboard with a rocking body. Alex Minsky is a 24-year-old U.S. Marine whose right leg was amputated by a... ...
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Photos: America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Sites19 June 2013, 1:28 pm
National Trust for Historic Preservation Names Sites at Risk ...
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Pay-by-Weight Airline Adds XL Class18 June 2013, 8:18 pm
The tiny airline that drew international attention for its pay-what-you-weigh policy is making accommodations for passengers of a larger size, introducing XL Class. Samoa Air chief executive Chris Langton told Australia News Network’s Pacific Beat radio program the company has modified one of the rows in the... ...
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$73,000 'Most Spectacular' Dog Vacation18 June 2013, 7:29 pm
In conjunction with the Paw Seasons luxury dog hotel in Bristol, England, VeryFirstTo.com, a company specializing in one-of-a-kind luxury experiences, unveiled the "Most Spectacular Luxury Dog Holiday" package for one -- and only one -- very pampered pup. ...
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World's Tallest Coaster May Find Home18 June 2013, 7:25 pm
Florida-based U.S. Thrill Rides submitted an application to the Federal Aviation Administration in April for a 650-foot roller coaster. If a coaster of this size were to be built, it would be the world's tallest. Currently, the tallest in the world is the 456-foot tall Kingda Ka at New Jersey's Six Flags Great Adventure. ...
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Calif. Couple Says 'I Do' to Bacon, and Marriage18 June 2013, 6:26 pm
What says a lifetime of marital bliss? Nothing but bacon if you are Adrienne Dunvan and Eddie Quinones, the California couple who were married Sunday at the Big Bite Bacon Fest at the San Diego County Fair. Dunvan and Quinones of Vista, Calif., won their... ...
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Roommates Turn Friend's Room Pink in Viral Prank18 June 2013, 6:08 pm
The old saying, “Boys will be boys,” has never rung so true. How would you feel if you had just returned home at 1:30 a.m. from a two-month trip through Cambodia, Vietnam and the Philippines wanting nothing more than to sleep in your own bed,... ...
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Ingenious New Business Model for Airport Car Rentals18 June 2013, 5:32 pm
Said three teenagers to themselves last year: "Yeah, sure, we could go to college. But wouldn't it be more fun to up-end the airport rental car business?" They opted for the latter. ...
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11-Year-Old Zachary Maxwell's Hidden Camera Documentary Exposes School Lunch18 June 2013, 1:33 pm
It’s the documentary that audiences and film critics are eating up. In a covert six-month mission to expose the inside world of school lunches, 11-year-old Zachary Maxwell made “Yuck: A 4th Grader’s Documentary About School Lunch” when he was a fourth-grader at a New York... ...
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The Paris guide to tourists: Britons informal, Italians impatient, Brazilians tactile19 June 2013, 3:20 pm
British tourists like to be called by their first names", Brazilians are "easily tactile", Italians are "impatient" and the Spanish constantly on the "lookout for freebies". ...
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Cruise passenger dies on Arctic excursion19 June 2013, 2:17 pm
A cruise line operating in the Arctic has defended the safety of shore excursions using inflatable "zodiac" boats following the death of a passenger in Norway. ...
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Egypt tourism minister resigns over new Islamist Luxor governor19 June 2013, 12:00 pm
Egypt's minister of tourism has resigned following the appointment of a new governor in the temple city of Luxor who belongs to an Islamist party linked to a deadly attack on tourists, state TV has announced. ...
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'Least safe' aircraft models revealed19 June 2013, 11:31 am
The world's 'least safe' aircraft models, based on an analysis of air crash statistics from the past decade, include one used by a British airline. ...
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Barack Obama in Berlin: a history of the Brandenburg Gate19 June 2013, 10:59 am
Barack Obama is preparing to visit the Brandenburg Gate, a site that has long been a barometer for change. ...
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Britons more likely to sunbathe nude abroad19 June 2013, 10:44 am
British holidaymakers are more willing to use nudist beaches abroad than on home shores, new research suggests. ...
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Britons more likely to sunbathe nude abroad than at home19 June 2013, 10:44 am
British holidaymakers are more willing to use nudist beaches abroad than on home shores, new research suggests. ...
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Warning to Britons in Brazil19 June 2013, 10:39 am
The Foreign Office has updated its advice for travellers to Brazil following anti-government protests in a number of major cities. ...
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Tourism hopes for Iran18 June 2013, 2:50 pm
Tour operators hope the election of Hassan Rouhani as president will encourage Britons to visit - and the Foreign Office to lift its travel ban. ...
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Fears over appointment of Islamist in Luxor18 June 2013, 1:04 pm
Workers in Luxor express outrage after politician with links to the group responsible for the 1997 massacre of tourists is appointed governor. ...
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Samoa Air introduces 'XL class' for larger passengers18 June 2013, 12:06 pm
Samoa Air, the only airline to charge people according to their weight, is introducing wider "XL class" seats for larger passengers. ...
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Anger over Norwegian's long-haul service18 June 2013, 11:48 am
Europe's third-largest budget airline has apologised to passengers for refusing them water, food and blankets on long-haul flights. ...
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The Getaway: Finding Deals With Paid Upgrades19 June 2013, 9:25 pm
Hotels, airlines and car rental agencies are more aggressively promoting upgrade opportunities. Here’s some guidance for deciding if they’re worth the price. ...
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In Transit Blog: Bike-Sharing Comes to Aspen19 June 2013, 8:34 pm
Aspen, Colo., says it is the first mountain town to have a bike-sharing program, with a fleet that includes 100 bikes. ...
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Heads Up: In Milan, a Surge of Burger Spots19 June 2013, 8:30 pm
Burger bars and restaurants are popping up across the city, including some seasoned with a bit of New York City flavor. ...
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In Transit Blog: A Symphony at Sea19 June 2013, 7:37 pm
Bands, ships and a lighthouse will perform the Foghorn Requiem, a lament for a fading sound, on the North Sea on Saturday. ...
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In Transit Blog: Runway Best Sellers19 June 2013, 5:00 pm
Qantas has something new for its customers: a boxed set of 10 paperbacks customized for the length of the airline’s flights. ...
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Check In: Hotel Review: Acme Hotel Company in Chicago19 June 2013, 4:01 pm
This tech-friendly property with personality, just off Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile, fulfills a need in the neighborhood. ...
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Overnighter: Chasing Waves South of Tokyo19 June 2013, 4:00 pm
The tiny island of Niijima, a short flight from the capital, has some of Japan’s best surf, not to mention a colorful history. ...
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T Magazine: Check In | A First Look at the New Ace Hotel in Shoreditch, London19 June 2013, 3:16 pm
The hipster hospitality franchise expands to Europe for the first time in September, in a building that represents an unusual design challenge. ...
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In Transit Blog: Multilingual Allergy Messages19 June 2013, 3:00 pm
SelectWisely.com, the Web site that sells cards bearing a food-allergy message translated into several languages, has added categories for travelers with diabetes, gluten and other dietary restrictions. ...
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Bites: Restaurant Report: Rustic Canyon in Santa Monica18 June 2013, 9:23 pm
This Southern California seasonal spot features a menu driven by local ingredients and, as of January, a chef who starred in Napa. ...
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In Transit Blog: A Museum Named Cash18 June 2013, 9:10 pm
The Johnny Cash Museum in Nashville includes his guitar, costumes, and, of course, a lot of music. ...
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In Transit Blog: A Royal-Style Room Has a Crib (but No Crown)18 June 2013, 8:44 pm
Inspired by Kate Middleton, a hotel in London offers a nursery suite with a dollhouse, child-size furniture and a deluxe stroller. ...
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Focus: High speed spa a novel new concept for Sharm19 June 2013, 3:38 pm
When most people consider their summer holidays, it is very likely that relaxation, rest and recuperation will be heavily on the cards. In this regard, a break of anywhere from five days to a fortnight in the warming temperatures of Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt is well worthy of mention.
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News: New tourism strategy launched in Wales19 June 2013, 10:43 am
The Welsh Government has this week announced a new tourism strategy for Wales, which aims to grow the sector by ten per cent over the next seven years. The new strategy, which was devised by Visit Wales’ new chief executive of tourism and marketing Manon Williams, concentrates on further developing Wales’ high quality, iconic products and events to enhance the country’s reputation.
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News: German tourism continues to recover from flood damage19 June 2013, 10:31 am
Good news for visitors who wish to visit Destination Germany in the coming weeks – it’s back to business as usual as flood waters continue to recede and the worst of the floods appear to be over. Through the flood-hit cities and towns along the Danube, Elbe, Mulde and Saale rivers, transport and other essential infrastructures are once more running as normal and despite a few local restrictions, visitors will be able to enjoy all the attractions and activities Germany has to offer.
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News: Etihad expands capacity on Abu Dhabi- Kuala Lumpur flights19 June 2013, 10:20 am
Etihad Airways has confirmed it will add a new daily flight between Abu Dhabi and Kuala Lumpur to offer a double daily service from July 15th, 2013. The new schedule will add 1,400 new seats per week to the route - an increase in capacity of approximately 23 per cent.
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News: Boeing completes largest ever European deal with Ryanair19 June 2013, 10:10 am
Boeing and Ryanair have finalised a firm order for 175 Next-Generation 737-800 airplanes, valued at $15.6 billion at list prices. The order, originally announced as a commitment in March, is Boeing’s largest ever aircraft order from a European airline.
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News: CarTrawler acquires Holiday Autos from Travelocity Global19 June 2013, 9:59 am
Travelocity Global has announced it has reached an agreement to sell the Holiday Autos brand to Dublin based car rental solutions provider, CarTrawler for an undisclosed sum. The deal sees CarTrawler, acquire rights and intangible assets of the Holiday Autos Directs and White Label business.
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News: IBTM Africa headed for Cape Town in 201419 June 2013, 9:15 am
Reed Travel Exhibitions has announced the launch of IBTM Africa. The 2014 event will take place at the Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC) complex in the West Ballroom from 28th-30th April and will be part of Africa Travel Week.
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News: Qatar Airways boosts Boeing 777-300ER fleet with Paris deal19 June 2013, 9:12 am
Boeing and Qatar Airways have announced agreements for nine Boeing 777-300ER (Extended Range) airplanes at the 2013 Paris Air Show. The agreements include a firm order for two airplanes previously attributed to an unidentified customer on Boeing Commercial Airplanes Orders and Deliveries website, plus a commitment for an additional seven airplanes.
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News: Emergency landing for Oman Air flight19 June 2013, 8:59 am
A Boeing B737-800 operated by Oman Air has been forced to make an unscheduled landing in Muscat after it sustained damage to its cockpit window. There are no reports of any injuries during the incident.
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News: Humphries to head up Viceroy in Middle East19 June 2013, 8:49 am
Viceroy Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Andrew Humphries as regional vice president for the Middle East and general manager of Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi. Humphries will oversee the daily operations of Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi as well the group’s other regional properties.
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News: Silversea announces World Cruise 201519 June 2013, 8:37 am
Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises has opened the books on its World Cruise 2015. This grandest of travel adventures will commence on January 5th, 2015, when the elegant, all-suite Silver Whisper is set to embark on a 115-day epic voyage, encircling the world and embracing the cultures of five continents, 30 countries and 50 unique destinations.
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News: Delta Launches new non-stop Shanghai service from Seattle19 June 2013, 8:32 am
Delta Air Lines has launched a new non-stop service from Seattle to Shanghai today with an inaugural service ceremony. The flight is the latest addition to Delta’s growing Asian gateway in Seattle, as the service, between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Shanghai Pu Dong International Airport complements current non-stop service from Seattle to Beijing, Osaka, Tokyo-Narita and most recently, Tokyo-Haneda.
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