Having followed travel bloggers for a few years now, I know that they are generally the first people to post when something bad happens to them (i.e. they try to redeem a deal and it doesn't work, bad service, etc.), yet they will profusely give compliments when they receive great service. They will usually "call out" an airline when a great deal or mistake fare is canceled, … [Read more...] about A Mistake So Good I’m Afraid to Post About It
More Vacation Rental Services Receiving Venture Capital Funding
My exposure to vacation rental services and websites is by no means exhaustive. I have used VRBO.com to secure stays in vacation houses in the past, scoured Craigslist for short term home rentals, and even found a timeshare sublet on redweek.com one time. Generally speaking, I have had a very positive experience with vacation rentals, but I don't use them often because of my … [Read more...] about More Vacation Rental Services Receiving Venture Capital Funding
Jetsetter Offering Same Day Hotel Discounts up to 60%
Jetsetter Tonight Hotel Discounts May Be Your Best Friend if You Are Hotel-Less in the Big City Aspirational travel service Jetsetter just become more functional for travelers looking for last minute hotel rooms in major US cities. In addition to their weekly deals on travel to exotic destinations, you can now use Jetsetter Tonight Hotel Discounts to book last minute hotel … [Read more...] about Jetsetter Offering Same Day Hotel Discounts up to 60%
Targeted Hilton Offer – Rooms as Low as $87 through October 17th
Hilton Hotel Sale through October 17th, 2012 for UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa Hilton Honors members can take advantage of a current 3 day sale promotion for rooms as cheap as $87 a night. It appears that the deal is only valid on weekends through the end of the year, with many hotels available in the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Take advantage of this … [Read more...] about Targeted Hilton Offer – Rooms as Low as $87 through October 17th
Hilton Unveils Beautiful New Website, Now the Best Hotel Chain Website
Over the past few days, Hilton has updated their website and it is a major improvement over their previous site. As a frequent Hilton traveler, I had become accustomed to their old site, which was certainly adequate, but had a fairly dated look and feel. They had an above average website, but nothing spectacular. The new Hilton website is the best hotel website that I … [Read more...] about Hilton Unveils Beautiful New Website, Now the Best Hotel Chain Website
A Layover in Paris: Taking the Train from CDG Airport to Paris
A Mini Paris Layover Guide Layovers are often a necessary part of international travel, unavoidable really. While I dreaded them when I was a young and inexperienced traveler, I have come to appreciate them as I get older and learn to take advantages of the options that are available. A frequent traveler lounge with hot food, showers and good wine is one of those things to … [Read more...] about A Layover in Paris: Taking the Train from CDG Airport to Paris
Air France Lounge at Paris CDG Airport (Terminal 2E, K Gates)
Trip Summary: Back in January of 2012 I decided to put my frequent flyer mileage knowledge, skills and learnings to the test and book the honeymoon of our dreams for my wife and me. While it took several months for the plans to fully materialize, the result was an amazing, while not always seamless trip. This is not only a recap of the trip we took and how we got there, but … [Read more...] about Air France Lounge at Paris CDG Airport (Terminal 2E, K Gates)
Want to Visit Africa? KLM Has some Last Minute Deals to Africa
KLM Flights to Africa "on sale" (but not really) KLM sent a targeted email to Flying Blue Members announcing several last minute fair specials to several African destinations for travel originating in the US. Destinations listed are in Kenya, Ghana and Nigeria, with several others available. Is this a good deal? A quick flight search from New York to Nairobi shows … [Read more...] about Want to Visit Africa? KLM Has some Last Minute Deals to Africa
Expert Flyer Adds Support for 20 Additional Airlines – All of Star Alliance
Premium travel search service Expert Flyer has completed integration with 20 new airlines for their service, giving them access to all airlines in the Star Alliance. You can now view flight availability on the following airlines from within Expert Flyer: Adria Airways (JP) ANA (NH) Asiana Airlines (OZ) Austrian (OS) Blue1 (KF) Croatia Airlines (OU) Egyptair … [Read more...] about Expert Flyer Adds Support for 20 Additional Airlines – All of Star Alliance
Air France Business Class Review: Detroit (DTW) to Paris (CDG)
Mauritius, Munich, Oktoberfest, Berchtesgaden and Paris: Air France Business Class Review Detroit to Paris Trip Summary: Back in January of 2012 I decided to put my frequent flyer mileage knowledge, skills and learnings to the test and book the honeymoon of our dreams for my wife and me. While it took several months for the plans to fully materialize, the result was an … [Read more...] about Air France Business Class Review: Detroit (DTW) to Paris (CDG)