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Someone Please Explain Delta Airlines Carrier Imposed International Surcharges

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A few months ago I teased about going on a trip to Turkey. I may have cleverly stated I would be spending Thanksgiving in Turkey, but the intent all along was to make it a trip for 2013. The stars finally aligned a few weeks ago when my brother and my dad booked their flights to Istanbul for a week in April. I did not book my flight on the same itinerary, because I was … [Read more...] about Someone Please Explain Delta Airlines Carrier Imposed International Surcharges

Honeymoon in Berchtesgaden Germany

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There is a reason why Berchtesgaden was chosen by Hitler as the location of his Eagles Nest; it's beautiful. Fortunately, he's long gone and what is left is an amazing place to visit as a side-trip on your voyage to Munich. We visited Berchtesgaden in October, 2012 during our honeymoon and enjoyed every minute of our time on the border of Germany and Austria. … [Read more...] about Honeymoon in Berchtesgaden Germany

Reader Question: Club Carlson Credit Card Signup Bonus

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Question from reader Wyn in Minneapolis, MN: Hey Jeffsetter, I just received this email from Club Carlson introducing their 85,000 Gold Point Signup bonus. Is this a good deal or a bad deal? Club Carlson Credit Card Signup Bonus Thanks for the question, Wyn. While Club Carlson has not been around for a long time in its current incarnation, the name still makes me … [Read more...] about Reader Question: Club Carlson Credit Card Signup Bonus

Four Seasons Tanzania Resort – Luxury on the Serengeti National Park

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I signed up for the email list for the Four Seasons after staying at the Four Seasons Mauritius earlier this year and I must say that their approach to email is interesting. They don't ever run discounts, which makes sense as a luxury brand trying to keep a luxurious status. They do, however, highlight their beautiful destinations and make me want to visit them each time I open … [Read more...] about Four Seasons Tanzania Resort – Luxury on the Serengeti National Park

Hilton Honors Increases Stay Requirements to Make Gold and Diamond

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I really want to have this post title say Hilton Increases Stay Requirement to Make Gold and Platinum. Drats! Says the One Guy that actually achieves Hilton Status through staying at their hotels That's really how I feel about this announcement from Hilton, since I have been a Gold member for years and don't remember an actual time where I made the status on hotel … [Read more...] about Hilton Honors Increases Stay Requirements to Make Gold and Diamond