Traveling Business Class

Mother's Day!
May 09, 2008, 5:05 AM
Confession time, how many of you traveler's out there actually remembered Mother's day (it's this Sunday, by the way) and prepared for it? Did you buy Tulips from Holland? Yellow Roses from Texas? Salmon from Seattle?

Flight Awards
May 07, 2008, 7:00 AM
As I write this, my "mileage since enrollment" total with NWA is perilously close to one million miles. I called the Platinum Elite help line and asked them, "Is there any sort of bonus, gift, or amenity for your customers who fly a million miles on your airline?" "Yes," she said! I got all excited... for a second or two.

In-flight Irritation
May 05, 2008, 6:00 AM
I interviewed several flight attendants to ask them, "What is the single most irritating thing that passengers do?" I was surprised by their answers, and suddenly aware that I had endured many of their observed lapses in social judgment. I've listed the top two in today's blog for your enjoyment!

VIDEO: Clearing Customs in Toronto
May 02, 2008, 6:00 AM
If you've ever needed some inspiration to leave for the airport a few hours early, this video will help convince you that it's worth your while. Especially if you're traveling through Canada.

The Virtual Concierge
May 01, 2008, 6:50 PM
Lately, my email box seems to be cluttered with "Virtual Concierge" messages from hotels where I've made some advanced reservations. Asking me in advance if there's "anything I'd like to have to make my stay more enjoyable" can be a very dangerous thing to ask, indeed!

VIDEO: Regional Jump Jets and Reasons to Avoid them
April 30, 2008, 6:30 AM
My hatred for regional jump jets runs deep and personal and furious. During the wait for departure, I got to witness a true spectacle. You have to see it for yourself!

Arriving Two Hours Early
April 28, 2008, 6:00 AM
Last week I thought I'd have lunch at the airport, so I left 45 minutes earlier than I usually do. It's a darned good thing that I did.

DUI Legislation is Important for Travelers!
April 25, 2008, 5:50 AM
The last think anyone wants while they're on the road is to have to miss a meeting, cancel an appointment, or to call their spouse a world away and then explain why they're in jail and that the city towed their rental car...

Traveling Shoes
April 23, 2008, 4:30 AM
Hours standing in uncomfortable shoes quickly turns into days and weeks as schedules unfold, and your feet usually bear the brunt of it. Here are some tips to helping your feet feel great at the end of a travel day, even if the rest of you is ready for bed.

Airport Security to Get More Mellow
April 21, 2008, 10:20 AM
The Transportation Security Administration is experimenting with a kinder, gentler screening process.