Hotel ZaZa in Dallas is offering special meal deals during the month of January.
By Mark Chesnut
A recent survey of senior corporate travel buyers commissioned by the Business Travel Show has revealed that budgets are on the increase for 2013. But that doesn’t mean that business travelers aren’t keeping an eye on expenses. For anyone looking to make affordable business travel one of their New Year’s resolutions, here are a few tips to keep in mind. (more…)
Luxury in the air: The Qantas first class cabin.
By Mark Chesnut
No one looks forward to a long nonstop flight. But sitting in the front of the cabin can make a big difference when it comes to comfort and amenities. Here are a few examples of the advantages of flying first class on long-haul flights. (more…)
Premium economy airline seats are a big trend in the air. Pictured: Virgin America’s Main Cabin Select.
By Mark Chesnut
In recent years, nearly every major U.S. airline has introduced some form of “premium economy” seating—that hybrid class of service that’s in the front of the economy cabin. You’ll often get more leg room and priority boarding when traveling in these seats. But not all premium economy service is equal—and not every airline even offers it on every plane. Here’s a comparison of who offers what. (more…)
By Mark Chesnut
The writing is on the wall: The amount of interaction that future travelers will have with human airline employees is decreasing. (more…)
By Mark Chesnut
It may be getting harder to forget about work when you fly.
In early 2013, Delta Air Lines will begin offering in-flight Internet service on its long-haul international fleet of more than 150 aircraft. The expanded WiFi service—which business travelers will surely use to stay up-to-date with emails—will use satellites to provide coverage internationally. The carrier already offers air-to-ground Internet connections on domestic U.S. flights, provided by Gogo. (more…)
The new duty-free shopping area at Chicago's O'Hare airport is just one name-brand airport retail option.
By Mark Chesnut
Looking for a last-minute gift to take home to your significant other, or perhaps an emergency wardrobe upgrade for an urgent business meeting? Look no further than the airport where you’ve just landed. Well-known upscale brands are more visible than ever on the concourse — making it easier than ever to be prepared for whatever awaits at your destination.
Hungry? Yo!Sushi serves Japanese food at Union Station in Washington D.C.
By Mark Chesnut
The days when eating airport food meant strange encounters with bizarrely branded food are long gone. Name-brand food and restaurants are continuing to expand their presence in major transportation hubs, making meal time an easier decision for harried travelers. (more…)
Takeoff slots: Las Vegas airport's new Terminal 3 tempts last-minute gamblers with nearly 300 slot machines.
By Mark Chesnut
Las Vegas is the latest U.S. airport to unveil a brand-new terminal building, as well as a slew of terminal and service changes. On June 27, McCarran International Airport officially opened its $2.4 billion Terminal 3, more commonly called T3. The new facility replaces the older Terminal 2. (more…)
Clear skies: The CLEAR security program has expanded to four airports.
By Mark Chesnut
Within the past two months, airports in Dallas/Fort Worth and San Francisco became the latest facilities to introduce CLEAR, the secure ID program that allows members to pass through their own security lanes. That brings the service to a total of four U.S. airports, including Denver and Orlando. And in late June, CLEAR received Safety Act Certification from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. But what exactly is this program, and how can it help travelers? (more…)
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…)
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