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Miniature houses have big role in KLM history

10/27/19

Well-known airlines such as Pan Am, TWA, US Airways and Virgin America are long gone. And in just the past two years more than two dozen other airlines went from soaring to shuttered. So, it is noteworthy that KLM Royal Dutch Airlines turned 100 on October 7. The Dutch flag carrier is not only one […]

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Air Canada & actress Sandra Oh school us in “Canadian”

10/08/19

Think you know what’s what in Canada? One of the best parts of traveling is encountering the foods, traditions and quirky characteristics of another country. Like, say, Canada. You may think you know what Canada and Canadians are like. But here’s a low-key, apology-infused airline promo from Air Canada that is educational, funny and charmingly […]

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Smile Day at JFK + Space pillow from Air New Zealand

10/03/19

World Smile Day will be celebrated on Friday, October 4 and JFK International Airport’s Terminal 4 is ready to celebrate. What’s World Smile Day? It’s a day that honors Harvey Ball, a commercial artist from Worcester, Massachusetts who invented the smiley face in 1963. (Although others claim to be the original Smiley Face inventor as […]

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How to cut the checkpoint line at Boston Logan AIrport

09/26/19

Want to skip to the front of the airport security checkpoint line? We all do. To get the courtesy, you can pay for TSA Pre-Check. You could pay for a CLEAR membership. Or, if you’re flying out of Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), you could take a boat to the airport. Boat service has been […]

What to do in Kansas City

09/22/19

The City of Fountains Kansas City is well-known for its tangy barbecue, its jazz and blues history and its more than 200 fountains, some of which date back to the days when horses were said to outnumber people in the city. “The American Humane Society began putting water troughs at every corner to keep the […]

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Where will you go? 1500 museums are free on Museum Day

09/17/19

Smithsonian magazine’s Museum Day is coming up on September 21 and we’re celebrating because on that day 1500 museums will be joining in to offer free admission to anyone who downloads a ticket. Many science centers, aquariums, zoos and gardens will be offering free admission on Museum Day as well. The free nationwide event presents […]

Fresh art at LAX

09/10/19

There are four new art exhibitions at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Terminal 1. Three are the work of solo artists; one is a one group exhibition. Here’s a preview: “Floragalora” by Pat Warner, and “Rhizomatic Variations”, by Marianne Sadowski, are in Terminal 1 near Gate 9. Warner’s inspiration for this installation is the spectacular wildflower […]