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10 Rules to Induce Happy Traveling

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Traveling should be fun and adventurous, right? So why does it seem like taking a trip to the dentist for a root canal? We can think of a number of things, however, you the traveler, can make it a happier experience and we have provided 10 simple rules on how to do it. Stay Organized […]

Airlines Offering more Amenities to go with those Flat Bed Seats

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So it seems just about every international airline has installed fancy flat-bed seats in most of their business class cabins. The seats have proven to be very popular options on those long haul flights. However, with so many airlines having them, they are no longer a huge selling point, at least, not until now.   […]

Merger Mania, a History of Airline Mergers in the U.S

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Since the airline industry deregulation act of 1978, airlines mergers have erupted among the industry. They usually happen when one airline begins to suffer financial problems. A merger is a way for an airline to sustain some sort of survival.   The history of mergers and acquisitions has produced good, bad and ugly results as […]

In Flight Entertainment, a Quick Look at its History

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Believe it or not, the first in-flight movie was shown to passengers on board an Aeromarine Airways amphibious aircraft in 1921. The film was called Howdy Chicago. The flight was a short sightseeing trip around the Chicago area. It wasn’t until 1925 when Imperial Airways became the first revenue passenger airline to show a movie on board a short […]

Airline Bundling Packages, What Are They?

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Just as we begin to think the airlines have topped out on charging fees, there is a new airline trend on the rise. Airline ticket bundling, yes, that’s “bundling” as in the same thing many cable and satellite T.V providers offer. I suppose it’s similar in that regards. Let’s take a look at some of […]

How to be a Professional Traveler

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We all have our limits when it comes to preparing for a flight. From the moment we book a flight, up to the moment we board the airplane. These limits can be both, mental and physical in nature. Did I pack too much? Do I have my passport? What’s up with this security line? These […]

Eight Legitimate Reasons to Fly Business Class

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Aside from the obvious that business class is simply “awesome” there are some real facts that play into one’s decision to splurge on a business class ticket. Passengers are extremely frugal these days on how much they want to spend on airfare. For the most part, they hate the process of flying and just about […]

Five Unique, Romantic Valentine’s Day Destinations and Adventures

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Dinner, flowers and chocolates can be slightly cliché, even though they are usually a safe bet when it comes to celebrating Valentines Days. They are also, the most affordable options for those on a spending budget. It’s the thought that counts, right? Of course it is, so why not do something by “thinking outside of […]

Business Travelers Love Atlanta’s Airport

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A recent study emerged announcing which U.S airport business travelers favored. Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International took the top honor. The airport is also the busiest airport in the world. The added pressure of being the world’s busiest has forced the airport to appeal to every traveler who steps foot in Atlanta’s mega, airport complex. They seem […]

Companies Cutting Down on Booking Business Class

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It was that distant voice talking to Kevin Costner’s character in the 1989 movie, Field of Dreams that said “If you build it, they will come” It worked well for him. The same can’t necessarily be said about the airlines attempt to revamp their business class cabins. Airlines worldwide are reporting below than normal bookings […]