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Volume 7, Issue 35, September 2, 2009 |
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Thirty years ago, low-cost carriers entered the U.S. marketplace and changed the way Americans traveled. At their inception, discount carriers followed a simple business model — no food, no frills, low fares, a simple pricing scheme and basic transportation.
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British Airways celebrated its 90th anniversary last week. On Aug. 25, 1919, the airline launched the world’s first daily international air service from London to Paris, under its former name, Air Transport & Travel Ltd.
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Continental Airlines announced changes to its checked bag policy. The new changes will affect passengers traveling between Europe and the United States, including the U.S. territories.
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V Australia celebrated a customer milestone recently, just seven months after its inception. On Aug. 24, the airline welcomed its 100,000th passenger, Mr. Noel Palmer.
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U.S. travelers remain unwilling to pay more for eco-friendly travel options, according to a new consumer survey conducted by the U.S. Travel Association and Ypartnership.
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According to recent reports, the Department of Homeland Security’s new Secure Flight program is leading to confusion among travelers and travel companies. The program requires passengers submit middle names, birth dates and gender when purchasing tickets.
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When I arrived at the Gansevoort on a Sunday afternoon, there was a long line of young, fashionably dressed New Yorkers waiting to enter. At Pastis, the trendy French restaurant across the street, the outdoor tables were packed with a colorful array of diners, and, a bit further down the block, a group of local politicos and architects were preparing for the next-day opening of the High Line, a new, 20-block, elevated city park built atop the remains of a 1930s railroad track.
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Considering a trip to Germany or Europe? September and October are the best months to travel with Lufthansa’s Double Status Miles promotion. Through Oct. 31, Miles & More members will earn double status miles on flights.
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There are tens of reasons to celebrate. In honor of its 10th birthday and the 10th anniversary of its first airline recruits, Oneworld is once again discounting alliance fares by 10 percent for 10 weeks.
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In celebration of its new non-stop service from Orlando (MCO) to Amsterdam (AMS), Martinair is offering passengers a low fare of $425 roundtrip to any of the cities served by the airline.
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Las Vegas is debuting its first hotel guest privilege program. MGM Grand’s new Prima program will allow guests to be pampered like VIPs while saving money.
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Every night can be spent in a Westin Heavenly Bed — even at your own home. Westin is commemorating the 10th anniversary of its trademark Heavenly Bed with an unprecedented sale.
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