Going back to school
One of the more common questions I get asked, since I’m so techie, is if I actually have an IT background as well. In this economy it seems like a good idea…
Travel Tip of the Week: Always bring a blanket or jacket
I’ve started leaving a blanket in my car so if I have a red eye I’m prepared, but I left it at home since my upgrade had cleared. That meant the plane…
Android App Review: TripIt
I’ve been using this app for the past few trips to try to really get a feel for it. There are 2 versions of TripIt. This will cover the free version, not…
Where is my head
How buying a bottle of water saved my trip Yesterday I had to stop at the ATM to deposit some money before going to the airport. I forgot to put my wallet…
Hilton Q3 promo announced
Apparently I missed this. http://www.hhonors.com/doublebonus http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/hilton-hhonors/1090540-hilton-honors-3rd-quarter-promotion-2010-double-your-hhonors.html HHonors members will be allowed to chose between double points or double miles (all partner airlines will be participating). From July 7 to September 30, 2010….
USDOT to ban peanuts?
From the Kansas City Star Buried in the proposal is a rule that would restrict the serving of peanuts on flights. It could be an outright ban, or something less restrictive. Would…
Super Couponing: the next logical step for a frequent traveler?
It seems that many members of flyertalk seem to be out to get the best deal they can on travel including taking trips they don’t really need because it can earn them…
CLT likes to stick trainees in the elite line
The past 2 times I’ve gone through the First Class/Preferred/Star Gold line in the C check point they have staffed the X-ray machine with trainees. CLT’s X-ray screeners are always “bag check”…
Android app review: PdaNet
PdaNet is an application which allows “tethering” the cell data connection to a computer. This means while you are waiting for a flight at the airport you can use the internet on…
Government to hit airlines harder for bumping
Yahoo News Federal officials are expected to announce this week a plan to raise the maximum amount that airlines must pay passengers who get bumped off an oversold flight, currently at $400…