Travel Update with Barb
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An accomplished newspaper journalist (USA TODAY staff 2002-2013) and relentless social media enthusiast, Barb wakes up at dawn seven days a week to search for, write and edit stories that resonate with travelers and travel business insiders. She craves stories that teach us something about life or business, make us laugh, shed light on our future or help make our journeys a little easier– or at least more interesting.
Don’t book this hotel if you need to shower in private!
Most of us have seen our share of sexy hotel bathrooms, right? Some hotels have guest rooms with…
New airport plan unveiled for Mexico City
Tired of flying in and out of Mexico City? Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto yesterday announced a plan…
United Airlines launches three-day Mileage Plus promo
If you haven’t heard from a social media friend already, United Airlines really wants you to share its…
Makeover Monday 4: Boston’s historic Park Plaza Hotel gets a luxury update
Yes, Makeover Monday’s on Tuesday this week. Welcome back from the long weekend! This week’s Makeover Monday takes…
Marriott opened its first Moxy hotel in Milan; send me your Moxy questions
In Milan today, Marriott International opened its first, stylish-but-affordable Moxy hotel within walking distance to Malpensa airport’s Terminal 2. Rates…
Malaysia Airlines: Macabre contest asked about ‘bucket list’
Following twin disasters, Malaysia Airlines last week launched – and apparently withdrew – a marketing contest in Australia and…
Worst view ever? No. 10 Holiday Inn Express in Carlsbad, N.M.
@barbdelollis worst hotel view. Holiday inn express in carlsbad nm. pic.twitter.com/jYGUr0cLpV — Lin Humphrey (@LinHumphrey) August 31, 2014…
Rome doubles hotel taxes, effective today; most expensive in Italy
Rome is known for its history, culture, art, lifestyle – and, increasingly, high tourist taxes. As of today,…
Man sues hotel over case of mistaken identity
The Dallas Morning News reports today that a man is suing La Quinta Inns & Suites, charging that…
Travel Update’s Top 5 stories: ‘Knee Defender’ controversy No. 1
Each Sunday, I’ll give you a rundown of the five most popular stories for the past week on…