Archive for January, 2011
Insider Videos: Deciphering Misleading Brochure Language
It’s no secret that promotional language in brochures can be deceptive. Let Peter tell you how to decipher it… Don’t get swept up in brochure language. Find out what overused terms really mean and how to cut through the colorful language and get the truth.
Travel Tip: Cooking Schools At Sea
Sure, cruising is synonymous with eating…after all, those all-you-can-eat buffets aren’t going anywhere. But these days, cruise lines are taking it to the next level and are offering a real culinary education on the high seas. You’ve heard of Le Cordon Bleu cooking school, right? Well that institution has partnered with Regent Seven Seas Cruise [...]
What To Do In A Hotel Emergency
Do you know who to count on in case of a hotel emergency? Matthew Stone reveals that knowing how hotel staff can help you—and how you can help the staff—in a hotel emergency is essential in protecting the lives of everyone. I like hotel desk clerks. They are our welcome wagon after a long travel [...]
American Airlines Wins Injunction Against Sabre As Online Booking Battle Continues
On Monday, American Airlines filed suit in a Texas court, winning a temporary injunction to bar Sabre, a global distribution system, from hiding American’s fare data. American’s move came after Sabre announced on January 5 that it would not renew its contract to distribute the airline’s inventory, and began giving preferential treatment to other airlines [...]
Travel Tip: Water Sport Safety
A vacation may seem like the ideal time to try out a new sport, like snorkeling and water-skiing. But there are important safety concerns to keep in mind—especially for families with young kids. First and foremost equip yourself with information. You can’t make a good decision without asking the right questions. Look for lessons. No [...]
Traveling Abroad For Wheelchair Users
Traveling Abroad For Wheelchair Users If you dream of seeing foreign countries, but hesitate because you use a wheelchair—don’t. Barbara Twardowski, a wheelchair user, and her husband Jim, a registered nurse, share their tips on making your travels abroad more accessible. The world is becoming more aware of people with disabilities. You can hail an [...]
Saturday, January 8, 2011 Recap
Has the TSA devolved into security theater? Peter will chat with aviation analyst Mike Boyd on the Rube Goldberg-like methodology of the folks who are supposed to protect us. Want to know a travel planner’s tricks to saving money? Learn from an expert who made a career out of negotiating deals for travelers. And families, [...]
Travel Tip: Airport Apps
Between overpacked flights and fewer non-stop routes, chances are, you’re going to get stuck at the airport. So why not arm yourself with tools to make the experience a little easier? I’m talking about mobile apps designed specifically for airports. FLYsmart is a new application for the iPhone and Android with complete terminal directories. That [...]
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