My father passed away at a fairly young age, without ever wandering very far from where he was born and raised. He always wanted more for me, as I think most parents do for their children. Maybe that’s why I enjoy traveling so much. When I have new experiences, or see new places, I see [...]
Editorial: When are these fees going to end?
June 13, 2008 By Leave a Comment
As I’ve written many times before, and most recently at the announcement that an airline would charge for a checked bag, the basic economics of flying vs. the price of a ticket are seriously out of whack! Although the cost of doing business has risen substantially, the cost of flying has not. In fact, even [...]
Flight Attendant Friday: Famous People Sightings
June 13, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Q. Have you been on flights with any famous people? A. Yes, although the term “famous” is open for interpretation. More and more “famous” people are opting to fly private these day, but here are some names that you should recognize: Axl Rose Stevie Ray Vaughan Pat Boone Betty (band) Barry McGuire Tommy James Stephanie [...]
Back to Basics: Check Your Hotel Bill
June 11, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Travel Photo to Think Yourself Warm
June 9, 2008 By Leave a Comment
When it’s raining in my corner of the world, sometimes it makes me feel happier (and warmer) when I think about a tropical location — like sunset time on the beach in Hawaii. Photo credit: Personal collection _______________________________________ _________________________________________ Share on Facebook
Back to Basics: What Does NO Liquids Mean?
June 4, 2008 By Leave a Comment
The LIQUIDS & GELS restrictions has been in effect for awhile now, but there’s rarely a day that goes by that I don’t observe confusion about it at a security screening checkpoint. With the busy summer travel season nearly upon us, it’s a good time to talk about liquids once again. The TSA has tried [...]
Blue Waters of Lake Mead
June 3, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Humor: No Frills Airlines
May 20, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Matchbook Monday: The Birdhouse Bar, Anchorage
May 19, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Today’s Matchbook Monday comes from best pal Anita who, while visiting extended family members in Anchorage, Alaska, picked up a few matchbooks for me. This one is from The Birdhouse Bar located at Chilkoot Charlie’s. The Birdhouse has a rather colorful history, some of which should probably be taken with a large grain of salt. [...]
Back to Basics: Stand Right, Walk Left
May 14, 2008 By Leave a Comment
There is etiquette to be considered on escalators and moving sidewalks. It’s really very simple — STAND RIGHT — WALK LEFT! What does this mean? If you are going to remain stationary while riding the escalator or the people-mover (moving sidewalk), stand single file on the right side, allowing people who are walking to pass [...]
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