Monthly Archives for August 2016.
Hilton’s next points promotion is an extension of its current promotion, which was highly rated for simplicity but offered mediocre value. Offer Details Between September 1 and December 31, Hilton HHonors members can earn double points for every stay at every hotel in the HHonors portfolio. Registration is required. Related: Marriott’s New MegaBonus Promotion: Something…
Yesterday, two of the world’s largest airlines got new presidents. What’s less clear is how, and why. First up, United: United Continental Holdings, Inc. (UAL) today announced that Scott Kirby has been named president of United Airlines. In this newly created role, Kirby will assume responsibility for United’s operations, marketing, sales, alliances, network planning and…
They walk faster in airports than anywhere else. They like babies, but bring noise canceling headphones. They know their mood contributes to the mood of the flight. They pack like they’re solving a jigsaw puzzle. They always ask before they raise or lower the window shade. They know they have a limited time on earth…
Enter the AFAR Media “Win a Trip to Maui” sweepstakes by September 7, 2016, for a chance to win the grand prize: a five-night trip for two people to Maui, including hotel, one chef-curated private dinner, $900 to cover airfare, and a subscription to AFAR Magazine. Related: Win a 4-Night Trip for 4 to Oslo,…
Following is our regular summary of the latest travel news and best frequent traveler promotions reviewed during the past week. If it was a good deal—or a notably bad deal—from an airline, hotel, or car rental loyalty program, you can read all about it here, and plan your travel accordingly. ‘A First Class Upgrade Every…
Expedia’s recent Hotel Etiquette Study focused mainly on the effects of travelers’ behavior on their fellow hotel guests. But there was a section of the survey that shone a light on travelers’ hotel tipping behavior as well. 30% don’t tip at all. Of those who do, 46% tip the housekeeper; 40% tip the room service…
As recurring travel promotions go, National Car Rental’s “One Two Free” has been a perennial winner. For this year, National has wisely retained everything that has made the promotion a favorite, and added a couple of new positive twists as well. Offer Details Through January 31, 2017, Emerald Club members can earn one free rental…
“How to Get a First Class Upgrade Every Time” So trumpets the headline of a Bloomberg article published this morning. An upgrade every time. That’s a promise guaranteed to perk the interest of a wide range of travelers, from business flyers, who actually stand a chance of being upgraded, to armchair travelers, whose only experience…
“Hey Siri, I’m going to bed. Turn up the air conditioning, close the blinds, and turn off the lights.” That’s the end-of-the-day routine for guests at two Aloft hotels, newly equipped with voice-activated iPads running a custom room-management app. According to the company, “The new Aloft Voice Activated Hotel Rooms are going to change the…
Airlines are forever jockeying for bragging rights as the operator of the world’s longest flight. But for most travelers, who must endure the hassle and discomfort of flying coach, shorter flights are always to be preferred over longer ones. As it happens, the world’s shortest commercial airline flight takes all of two minutes, although it…
This month saw the launch of what many in the travel blogosphere are calling the best travel-rewards credit card ever: the Sapphire Reserve Visa card from Chase. The card in brief: Annual fee: $450 100,000-point sign-up bonus, after spending $4,000 in 3 months Earn 3 points per $1 spent on travel and dining, 1 point…