Archive for: October 2009

October 30, 2009

Next Weekend Away: Cheap Travel to Mexico

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 30 Oct 2009

Hopefully by now, you’ve caught on to our Next Weekend Away segment, but if you haven’t, here’s a cheat sheet: Every Friday, we’ll post a travel deal for next weekend, so you have enough time to plan accordingly. We’ll find…

The Wall Street Journal’s Tips on Saving Your Frequent Flier Miles

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 30 Oct 2009

We’re all trying to be a little more frugal these days, so it’s smart to use financial reward programs when we can. If you’re a frequent flier, and have earned miles, it’s important to know that your miles can expire…

Priceline Introduces Hotel-Bidding Application for iPhones

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 30 Oct 2009

This week, we told you about Travelocity’s new appeal for hotel-hunters searching for a bargain. Not to be outdone, Priceline announced a new application for the iPhone and iTouch that allows users last-minute access to hotel bidding. Using its “Na…

JetBlue Expands its Boston Flights

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 30 Oct 2009

During a time when a lot of larger airlines are reducing service, JetBlue announced today that it will be increasing its operations out of Boston Logan International Airport. By next summer, it plans to boost its Boston service by 30…

Virgin America’s “Stay Golden America” Contest

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 30 Oct 2009

Listen up, California residents. We know it’s a hard life for you, surfing, rubbing elbows with the celebrities and soaking up the sun all day long, but Virgin America wants to offer you the chance to do the same thing…

Three Nights in Las Vegas - Hotel and Car Included, from $193

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 30 Oct 2009

Everyone knows that the holidays are stressful. Whether you’re organizing family dinners or going nuts about shopping, there’s so much to do, and sometimes you just need a break. And where are the best breaks born? Las Vegas. Now you…

Aer Lingus: Three Cities in Ireland, from $699

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 30 Oct 2009

Ireland is a country that does vibrancy like no other. From the beautiful rolling green hills to the cheerful pubs and taverns, there is stunning intensity around every corner, and it keeps travelers booking flights to Ireland all year round….

October 29, 2009

Both Chicago Airports Administer the Flu Shot

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 29 Oct 2009

Along with Halloween, autumn leaves, and a looming season of gift-buying, flu season is upon us and there is no point in ignoring it. If you haven’t had a flu shot yet, airports are making it easier than ever to…

United Airlines Retires its Last 737

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 29 Oct 2009

The first carrier to make the Boeing 737, United Airlines retired its last of these planes. Pilots, flight attendants, and other aviation buffs were sad to see it go, in the wave of what has been the removal of 94…

American Airlines and Lexus Offer Free In-flight Wireless

Filed under: Airline News, Cheap airfares - 29 Oct 2009

Next week, you can rest easy about staying connected while you fly, especially if you’re flying with American Airlines. The carrier recently announced a new promotion, in which Lexus will provide free wireless internet for passengers. From Nov. 1-7, …

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