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I helped launch the British Airways ‘World Tails’ series
In 1997 British Airways decided to shake up the airline world and launch the ‘World Tails’ series on…
Sweet! Ireland’s Aer Lingus brings their plane float to Dublin Pride
Dublin Pride is celebrated today, with a large parade from O’Connell Street to Merrion Square in the city…
Risking Life for Adventure Travel, Avelo Opens New Base, and Are You a “Rich Pretender” at Fancy Hotels?
Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I found enjoyable or useful and hope you do, too!
Stop Tipping and Start Bribing
Tipping is very much a North American expectation in the service industry. When it comes to travels, tipping…
It’s a sad day when your frequent flyer year resets, isn’t it?
You spend an entire year flying and collecting tier points, only to see it all lost when your…
Changes to the Air Canada Travel Voucher
There are changes to the Air Canada travel voucher that have a negative impact for everyone. Air Canada…
Which aircraft will replace Hawaiian Airlines’ Boeing 717-200s?
The time has come to replace Hawaiian Airlines’ fleet of Boeing 717-200 aircraft. There are 19 of these…
EPCOT’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind (Will the ride make you queasy?)
Let me cut to the chase. If you are prone to motion sickness/queasiness: I would not recommend EPCOT’s…
Does anyone remember Belgium’s airline Sabena?
Sabena was once the flag carrier of Belgium and it had a very long and storied history. Founded…
Sad State of American Flagship First, Delta Testing Reusable Cups, and Some Interesting New Virgin Atlantic Routes
Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I found enjoyable or useful and hope you do, too!