Articles for June, 2012
Friday, June 29th, 2012
The shrimp burger, a treat at The North End Grill across the 9/11 Memorial.
By Erik Torkells
The National September 11 Memorial, which opened last fall, is justifiably on many visitors’ list of must-see New York attractions. What most don’t plan for, however, is what they’re going to do when they exit the complex. As construction continues in the World Trade Center area, the entrance and exit will move — and right now, the exit is at the southwest corner, on busy, unpleasant West Street. (more…)
Tags: New York Vacation
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Wednesday, June 27th, 2012
- Orbitz Worldwide CEO Barney Harford
By Barney Harford, CEO, Orbitz Worldwide
On Monday night the Wall Street Journal published an article talking about some of the things we’re doing at Orbitz to make the hotels we show to customers as relevant as possible. The article focused on just one of many different factors we use to help make the best possible hotel recommendations to our customers—the differing hotel preferences of Mac and PC users. (more…)
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Tuesday, June 26th, 2012
Water-based beauty: The Westin Bayshore in Vancouver is among the best hotels with a scenic water view..
By Mark Chesnut
An inspiring view can work wonders for jumpstarting creativity and productivity when you’re traveling for business. And the summer months are among the best times to book a hotel with a postcard-perfect vista. You’ll enjoy the scenery — and just might have a better trip — when you book a scenic escape like these five top hotel destinations with great water views. (more…)
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Thursday, June 21st, 2012
Fast and first: Download the all-new Orbitz app for iPhone to book flights, hotels and car rentals in a flash.
By Valerie Moloney
iPhone users, you deserve a travel app with a little fire under the face plate. So we redesigned the new Orbitz iPhone app from the ground up with you in mind. Launched today, the new iPhone app is an incredibly fast way to book flights, hotels and car rentals—in fact, you can book your entire trip in just over seven minutes.
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Wednesday, June 20th, 2012
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at Disneyland is a great place for kids and adults.
By Mark Chesnut
During the summer season, busy professionals may face the challenge of balancing work trips with family vacations. Here are a few ways to stay productive while maintaining a balance between work and quality time with the family (with some delightfully Disney-influenced examples). (more…)
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Monday, June 18th, 2012
Summer savings: The Marriott CasaMagna Cancun is among the hotels offering special deals.
By Mark Chesnut
The warmer months may be peak season for family travel and summer vacations, but in many parts of the globe, it’s actually an off-peak time –which means you can get especially good deals for both business and leisure travel. (more…)
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Friday, June 15th, 2012
Hub club: Delta's planned facilities for the expanded Terminal 4 at JFK airport in New York City.
By Mark Chesnut
Delta Air Lines is in growth mode in New York City. As a result, travelers heading through Delta’s facilities at both LaGuardia and John F. Kennedy International airports are likely to see changes, including new flights and new terminal facilities. (more…)
Tags: airlines, Delta Air Lines
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Monday, June 11th, 2012
Heavenly perch: Haven is a new rooftop venue at the Sanctuary Hotel in New York City.
By Mark Chesnut
With the arrival of summer, full-grown adults can sometimes feel like antsy schoolchildren, yearning to play outdoors rather than feeling trapped inside. Luckily, an array of business-minded hotels make it easy to entertain clients, organize meetings and relax with colleagues while enjoying plenty of fresh air. (more…)
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Thursday, June 7th, 2012
Combo deal: The new Sleep Inn/MainStay Suites combination prototype
By Mark Chesnut
During its 58th annual franchisor’s convention last month in Las Vegas, Choice Hotels announced new developments at a variety of its brands — with new food, new design and a completely new brand combination among the offerings. (more…)
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