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Business Travel News Says that Delta is Number One

Claudine Williams — Mon, 14 Dec 2015 22:29:56 +0000

Business Travel News (BTN) has named Delta Air Lines as the leading airlines in BTN’s yearly airline survey. This is the fifth year that Delta has earned the honor from BTN. No other airline has earned the honor for five consecutive years. The survey rates the Best U.S. Airlines for Business Travel Managers and Buyers. Delta was in the number one position with 4.19 points, and United Airlines was in the number two position with 3.31 points; Southwest Airlines was in the third position with 3.28 points, and American Airlines was forth place with 3.27 points. The figures are an average of the scores, on a scale from one to five, according to the BTN. The airlines were scored in 10 categories including:

Transient Pricing
Meetings Travel Pricing
Services and Amenities
Distribution (which is providing booking information through various outlets)

In in written statement, Delta Air Lines reported that the Department of Transportation has given Delta the highest marks for being on time, few baggage complaints, and few overall complaints. Delta and the Delta connection flies to 57 countries and 327 destinations.

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Do You Need Air Miles? Buy them!

Claudine Williams — Tue, 25 Aug 2015 07:36:43 +0000

Good news if you are tired of waiting for your air miles to accumulate. Have you been turned down for airline miles credit cards? Don’t worry. You can now buy them at a discount. The MileageClub.com has miles at about 2 cents a mile. There is a 25,000 air mile minimum.

You’ll need at least 25,000 air miles to travel round-trip across the states. Since it costs $500 for 25,000 miles at 2 cents a mile, and you can get better deals by purchasing the tickets outright.

According to The MileageClub.com, you can get better deals using air miles when traveling abroad, especially of you are traveling in business class or first class. Maybe you already have a good amount built up, and you need a few thousand more for your travel plans.

Right now the Mileage Club has an offer in which you can get up to 5,000 air miles when you sign up.

Photo courtesy of TheMileageClub.com.

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The Ultimate Travel Packing List for Domestic and International Travel

Claudine Williams — Sun, 17 Aug 2014 21:32:09 +0000

One of the most hectic aspects of traveling is packing for the trip. It’s nerve racking to make sure that you have everything that you need for your trip, but you can do it. You can travel without forgetting anything that you need. You need just one thing, a good packing list. This packing list is tailored to the ladies, maybe because we need more stuff. You just need to decide how much you need of each item. So here it is:

Clothes

Jeans

Tops to coordinate with pants and skirts

Dress pants

Dresses/fancy and casual

Pack a little back dress just in case you need it.

Shorts

Undergarments/ pack undergarments appropriate for everything that you plan to wear. For example, you might need strapless bras, or bras with invisible straps for tank tops, spaghetti straps or strapless dresses or tops. Bring undergarments that will not be seen under your dresses, pants, shorts, jeans, and other bottoms, too.

Shoes

Running shoes

Heels

Sandals

Flats

Boots/Snow Boots

Shower shoes

Beachwear

Beach flip flops

Swimsuit/Bikini

Wrap

Workout wear

Sleepwear

Slippers

Gown

Lingerie

Pyjamas

Cooler Weather Wear

Hats

Gloves

Winter Scarves

Jackets/Sweaters

Coats

Warm Socks

Thermal Underwear

A good packing list is essential for organized travel. Photo by Rob Faulkner

Accessories

Earrings

Necklaces

Bracelets

Rings

Scarves (including a scarf for your hair)

Purses/bags (including a beach bag)

Sunglasses/Contact Lenses/Glasses (don’t forget your content lens fluid and the lens case)

Hose

Socks

Tampons, panty liners, feminine pads

Beauty Necessities

Curlers

Hair ties, hair pins, gel, hair spray, and other accessories

Hair color touch-up

Comb

Brush

Cosmetics

Foundation, powder, cover-up

Cosmetic Brushes

Blush

Lipstick

Mascara

Falsies

Eye shadows

Eye liners

Cosmetic Remover

Lotion

Body oil

Sunblock

Facial cleanser

Moisturizer

Acne Cream

Personal Hygiene

Toothbrush

Toothpaste

Mouthwash

Dental Floss

Deodorant

Razor

Shaving Gel/Shaving Cream

Tweezers

Hand Sanitizer

Wet Cloths

Body Wash

Bubble Bath

Body sponge, wash cloth, shower mittens

Shampoo

Conditioner

First Aid and Medical

Bandages

Insect Repellent

Headache Medication

Motion Sickness Medication

Multivitamins

Other

Technology

Laptop Computer

Laptop Cords/Connections

Cell Phone

Storage Devices

Charger

Ebook Reader

Music Player

Packing List for the Airplane

Tickets

Passport with Visas

Address of Destination (for paperwork on the plane)

Personal blanket

Eye shades

Pillow

Comfortable Slippers

Snacks

Chewing Gum/Mints

Regulations for Carry-on Bags on International Flights

Don’t forget to adhere to rules related to items in your carry-on bag when using this packing list. Liquids must be in containers that are no larger than three ounces and you should be able to put all of those small containers in one plastic one quart baggie.

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Luxury in Shanghai at the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund

Claudine Williams — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 04:25:49 +0000

Are you looking for a luxury hotel in Shanghai? The Waldorf Astoria in Shanghai is an award-winning hotel, located in this massive city. Praised by Conde Nast Traveler with a place on the Conde Nast Traveler Wish List and the honor of receiving one of TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice 2013 Awards, the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund is noted for providing guests a pillow menu, with the choice of eight pillows for the best rest ever. The menu includes a goose down pillow made especially for guests who prefer to sleep on their stomach and a pillow that is designed for guests who prefer neck support.

TripAdvisor guests mentioned that they like the hotel’s Salvatore Ferragamo toiletries, according to a media release announcing the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund’s inclusion as a winner in TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice 2013 Awards. The toiletries combine sumptuous scents with luscious ingredients for the skin.

This Shanghai luxury hotel has an impressive building, as well. From the marble floors to the 40-foot-high ceilings and the suites with panoramic views of the city, the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund was styled with elegance and sophistication in mind.

Exterior of the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
(c) 2013 Waldorf Astoria Lobby of the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
(c) 2013 Waldorf Astoria Shanghai Ballroom of the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund
(c) 2013 Waldorf Astoria Bedroom in the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund
Photo by Derryck Menere (c) 2013 Waldorf Astoria Bathroom of the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund
Photo by Ken Hayden (c) 2013 Waldorf Astoria

Thumbnail Photo courtesy of Waldorf-Astoria

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