And so began my Around the World in 8 days trip, with visits to 2 neighboring lounges at JFK
Won’t Run F’d Up, AMEX Gives him 28K MR
At least 10 times this month, I’ve told Won’t Run that he should take advantage of the American Express 40% bonus for transfer of Membership Rewards to British Airways Avios. I emailed, I told him on the phone, and so on and so on. I even sent him links to blogs, with tutorials on how … Read More
Around the World in 8 Days — > It’s Genesis, Planning, and Costs
The genesis of Around the World in 8 days, as well as planning, costs and logistics.
Delta Issues Northeast Winter Storm Advisory – New Orleans Trip UnLikely
Damn you Storm Iola. Or Bless you Storm Iola. Not sure which. Sometimes I overextend myself, especially with travel plans. After returning from my AroundTheWorldIn8Days trip, I am supposed to go to New Orleans tomorrow to run the Rock n’ Roll New Orleans Marathon on Sunday. Apart from the fact that I am hopelessly undertrained … Read More
Around the World in 8 Days & JAL TUMI Amenity Giveaway!
I just completed an Around the World Trip in 8 days. Here are some statistics and a JAL Tumi Amenity Kit Giveaway.
Huge Security Breach: Delta Employees Accused of Smuggling Guns on Flights
It is alleged that over 150 guns and ammunition were smuggled in carry-on bags onto at least 20 flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport by a former Delta employee, Mark Quentin Henry, with the assistance of a current (now former) Delta baggage handler, Eugene Harvey. CNN reports that: The breakup of a gun smuggling ring … Read More
Boarding Pass Screw-ups at Delta – People Can Get Wrong Boarding Passes
Engadget is reporting that due to a security flaw, Delta passengers are able to access strangers’ boarding passes! TSA says essentially not to worry, since passengers with wrong boarding documents won’t be able to get passed the TSA agents. Really? You can read the whole story, written by John Coluccci, here. HT to my friend … Read More
Yes, Little Susie, You May Bring Your Snow Globe on the Plane
Ever since 9/11, I was under the impression that snow globes were forbidden. Though I get it, yeah, it’s liquid… duh…., but that rule never seemed right to me. Seeing signs such as this at the airport security line always made me laugh but also cringe a bit – I mean, honestly, is this a … Read More
Giveaway: 2 Passport Holders
I have two nice new leather (or really good imitation leather) passport holders to give away. They are promotional items from Delta. They are embossed with the Delta emblem, so if you’re a Delta person, you’ll really love this item. If you’re not a Delta person, it’s still nice. If you would like one of … Read More
US Airways Dividend Miles Mastercard: Go Paperless, Get $25
I’m drowning in paper: I always say I should go paperless, but I’m somewhat paper-dependent. I have paper-separation anxiety. Most of the “go paperless” offers are trivial, an insult to my neurosis – a chance (in a million) to win $1,000 or something like that. But, today I received an email offer to go paperless … Read More
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A New York frequent flyer who elegantly combines her passions for worldwide travel, running a gazillion marathons all over the globe and staying fit ... without sacrificing her fancy for good wine and food.