Star Alliance Gold vs US Standby list
I was done with work early so instead of waiting around until 9 pm I tried my chances at an earlier flight. Usually on United this results in a “you have a…
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My fun recent airplane companions
These past 2 weeks have included some interesting characters on my flights home. Last week I was on a redeye from Vegas. While waiting for my flight, I saw the gate agents…
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Supershuttle causes NYC frustration
I frequently use SuperShuttle in cities when I’m staying downtown and can either use transit or walk to my client. In cities like BWI I don’t have any issue with them. They…
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Why I’m loyal to Hilton HHonors
As I max out the Q4 Hilton promotion I reflect on why I continued to stay at Hilton properties after requalifying for Diamond VIP, the top tier. There is a Hampton everywhere…
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US busiest airports
The top 10 busiest US airports This list could double as the list of airports I avoid. Although I frequently connect in ATL and ORD out of necessity, I try to never…
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Another year coming to an end
This year I’m in pretty much the same boat I was in last year except on the rental car front. Airlines: still 1P with United and Gold with Delta. Hit 75,000 and…
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New airport application for iPhone
GateGuru has launched a new application for the iPhone to act as a guide through airports.
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What’s in my backpack?
The movie “Up in the Air” came out limited release December 4th and I finally made it to a limited release city so of course I had to go see it. I…
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Sitting, waiting
I decided to do a check to see if availability opened up in Melbourne for the rest of my trip. As a matter of fact, now Hilton is showing availability at South…
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The Wandering Aramean: The TSA makes another stupid move
The Wandering Aramean: The TSA makes another stupid move