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Tidbits for travelers: ways to interact – and to be alone

12/13/12
A little bit of this and that from airports and hotels here and there…. At the Dubai International Airport, there’s now an interactive virtual assistant on duty – the first of its kind, says Tensator, the company that created the first three non-interactive virtual assistants already on duty. The HD-projected virtual assistant greets passengers and […]

Hotels that roll over for pets

09/28/12
Millions of people consider their pets to be part of the family and take their animals with them when they travel. Hotels have caught on and there are now more than 25,000 “pet-friendly” properties. Some simply put up with you and your pet if you pay a hefty extra fee. Others go all out, offering […]

Expedited airport screening for Loews Hotels loyalty program members

09/25/12
Here’s a interesting offer that may just spark a trend: Loews Hotels & Resorts has partnered with the Department of Homeland Security to promote the Trusted Traveler Network, which meshes the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Global Entry and the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Pre✓ programs. Members of the hotel’s YouFirst Platinum loyalty rewards […]

Beer for dogs: newest hotel amenity

09/13/12
Some travelers choose a hotel for the complimentary continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi. If dogs ruled the world, they might choose a pet-friendly inn where the welcome amenities include a bottle (or two) of dog-friendly beer. Bowser Beer — a malty, non-alcoholic brew that replaces hops with chicken or beef broth — was cooked up […]

Travel advisory: do not text and ride the hotel elevator

08/31/12
I pay close attention to safety when staying in a hotel.   If the reception agent giving me my key announces my room number out loud, I reject that room. I make sure to close and lock the door when in the room and never open it unless I’m sure I know who is outside. […]
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