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  • May 2008

    • Weak Dollar Not Slowing US Vacations

      Los Angeles Times  |  May 3, 08 3:41 PM CDT

      Weak Dollar Not Slowing US Vacations

      (Newser) - The dollar may be weak, but Americans’ desire to travel overseas this summer is strong, the Los Angeles Times reports. While domestic travel has appeared to hit the skids, more than 25 million Americans will grab their passports and take off for adventures abroad—up 2.6% from last year, AAA says. More »

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      China  • India  • Australia  • Europe  • air travel  • Ireland  • South America  • holiday travel  • AAA

  • March 2008

    • Glitzy Heathrow Terminal a Destination Unto Itself

      Forbes  |  Mar 30, 08 10:46 AM CDT

      Glitzy Heathrow Terminal a Destination Unto Itself

      (Newser) - Heathrow’s new terminal has hit such turbulence with its opening that it may seem an odd time to sing its praises. But once the delays and lost luggage are solved, this massive addition, designed to eradicate the “Heathrow hassle,” will lure fliers with plenty of perks, reports Forbes . From caviar to Krispy Kreme, 42 restaurants fill the terminal Two spas serve up complimentary massages and facials Hyper-fast check-in     More »

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      list  • Great Britain  • travel  • airline  • air travel  • airport  • Heathrow Airport  • Terminal 5  • airport terminal

    • Airlines Fasten Seatbelts for Bumpy Ride

      Christian Science Monitor  |  Mar 20, 08 4:02 AM CDT

      Airlines Fasten Seatbelts for Bumpy Ride

      (Newser) - America's major airlines are getting ready for tougher times ahead, slashing jobs and cutting back operations. As the Christian Science Monitor reports, soaring fuel prices will inevitably lead to higher ticket prices, which will lead to less passengers—which, in turn, will force airlines to hike fares again to cover flying costs. "The party's over, particularly for leisure travelers," one industry analyst said. More »

    • How to Get Booted From a Plane

      Times (UK)  |  Mar 19, 08 6:01 PM CDT

      How to Get Booted From a Plane

      (Newser) - If you've ignored the safety briefing on a flight, consider yourself lucky: A Ryanair passenger was kicked off a plane for talking during one. The Times of London runs down 10 silly reasons why fliers have gotten booted from their flights. Group cheers: Fans of a British soccer team broke out in a salute to underwear. More »

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      list  • lawsuit  • airline  • air travel  • travel tips  • frivolous lawsuits

    • Fly the Tech-Friendly Skies

      PC World  |  Mar 18, 08 2:42 PM CDT

      Fly the Tech-Friendly Skies

      (Newser) - Travelers who want to stay connected while they're on the move get an assist from PC World , which finds that some airlines and airports are soaring ahead in the technology stakes while others are stuck on the runway. Virgin America leads the way, with a power port in every seat, in-flight WiFi rolling out this year, high-tech entertainment, and an on-board system that lets you IM other passengers—or order a meal. More »

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      Internet  • airline industry  • airplane  • air travel  • American Airlines  • Wi-Fi  • United Airlines  • JetBlue  • Virgin America

    • Climate Change Could Snarl Travel Plans in Future

      Newsweek  |  Mar 12, 08 7:05 PM CDT

      Climate Change Could Snarl Travel Plans in Future

      (Newser) - As if the notion of heat waves and rising sea levels weren't bad enough, climate change also has the potential to royally screw up your travel plans. A new report shows that increased flooding in coastal areas could put a serious kink in road and rail travel, not to mention washing out the occasional bridge. And hotter days will make it tougher for airplanes to take off with their usual payload, which could cause major headaches, reports a Newsweek science blog. More »

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      climate change  • global warming  • travel  • air travel  • flooding  • transportation  • heat wave

  • February 2008