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29
Jan.

Can Apple’s iPad reshape the way you travel?

The newest innovation from the Apple engineers weighs in at 1.5 lbs and is only 0.5 inches thick. Apple's iPad is Steve Jobs' answer to the netbooks of today, and it's already creating chaos among Apple affeciando's. Sure, it's sleek, it's compact, it's fast and if it's made as well as past ...

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27
Jan.

Airlines prepare for JFK runway construction

In light of the upcoming delays that begin at New York’s JFK International Airport on March 1, 2010, airlines are preparing to make changes to avoid any massive delays. The airport is typically packed even during slow, less-demanding travel periods, so the runway closure will make flight ...

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26
Jan.

Nothing is up in the air about this plane

Great news for bold travelers: Joining the mile high club just got easier. Well, except for the fact that you won’t be a mile up in the air when you join. Dutch hotel company, Hotel Suites, has launched a new type of luxury accommodation: an airplane hotel suite that is as smooth, chic, and ...

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26
Jan.

Deals Exclusive: STA Travel and Cheapflights team up to offer students travel discounts

Starting January 26, 2010, students will receive $20.10 off any airline ticket purchase of $200 or more. We have highlighted some amazing deals to Europe, although there are no limits or restrictions on where you can travel. And don't worry, there's plenty to do for $20.10 in these destinations.

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25
Jan.

Some US-bound fliers now require registry

In a combined effort, the Department of Homeland Security and the International Air Transport Association have begun a campaign to have US-bound travelers from 35 countries around the world register online before they board their flight.

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25
Jan.

San Francisco Int’l Airport to get free Wi-Fi

Soon to join the ranks of its neighbors San Jose and Oakland airports, San Francisco International Airport is on its way to getting full-service free wireless internet.

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25
Jan.

Are you too fat to fly?

Reports of airlines refusing to board some overweight passengers have the more than 1/3 of Americans who are obese wondering, am I too fat to fly?

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21
Jan.

Free WiFi coming to Boston’s Logan airport

Good news, Boston travelers: The Massachusetts Port Authority Board has approved a plan to offer free WiFi at Boston's Logan International Airport. That means no more draining your iPhone or Blackberry battery and no more paying $7.95 for 35 minutes of Internet time before you board the plane.

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19
Jan.

Haiti travel: Latest travel information from U.S. Dept. of State

Evacuation flights are underway at the International Airport in Port-au-Prince and U.S. citizens wishing to depart Haiti are asked to arrive at the airport during daylight hours as quickly as possible. Bring your passport and any identification, and if possible, contact any relatives and ...

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15
Jan.

DOT creates new, easier way for fliers to file airline complaints

You've likely felt the stress of flying at one time or another - from lost luggage to delayed or cancelled flights to damaged in-flight entertainment systems, it seems there's always something going on with the airlines, and rarely are consumers shy about voicing their opinion. Now, the U.S. ...

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