The following post is written by VeryGoodPoints contributor, Rachel Brean. In the spirit of the holiday season, JetBlue has recently launched a “Flying It Forward” campaign where they have asked individuals “If you were given one flight to spread good where would…
In February of 2012, Intercontinental Hotel Group, IHG, announced a new brand called Even. According to its website, EVEN™ Hotels is the first hotel brand designed for business and leisure travellers who maintain a healthy and active lifestyle and are looking…
by Rachel I arrived at the Hilton Imperial in Dubrovnik, Croatia for a four night stay in late September. I read rave reviews online about the property being in a prime location, clean, and beautiful and they did not disappoint….
I visited Nashville last week for a conference and wanted to find a hotel within an easy drive of the Gaylord Opryland, where the conference was held, and would count towards my 2015 Starwood Preferred Guest qualification. With the Sheraton…
Today Avis announced some changes to it’s Avis First Rewards program. On November 20, 2014, Avis First will become Avis Preferred Plus. In addition, members will no longer be able to earn free weekend rental rewards but will continue to…
With the announcement this week of ApplePay and iWatch, which could impact the way you travel in the future, I thought it would be fun to compare the travel technology trends of today compared to those of 2004! What are…
It was a rainy, dreary day in Charlotte, North Carolina, and only a few people seemed excited about the flight on the freshly painted airplane parked at gate E-11. Almost every day the combined “New American Airlines” rolls out a brand new…
This morning I had the opportunity to attend a breakfast hosted by Starwood at the Chatwal Hotel, a Luxury Collection property. At the breakfast, Starwood announced the launch of SPG Pro, but I also had the opportunity to speak with…
Today, Starwood Hotels announced what they are calling a loyalty industry game changer with the launch of SPG Pro. A new and innovate program aimed at the B2B community, SPG Pro will replace Starwood’s business loyalty programs and become fully…
The brand new SLS Las Vegas has opened to some great reviews! I personally love the SLS Beverly Hills (and have done a review of it here) and have stayed there many times. So I’m already looking forward to a…
As a frequent international traveler, I know that driving can be a real challenge depending on what side of the road you’re used to driving on. Should I drive on the right or left side of the road? As an…
Have you used the Chicago CityPass, or any CityPass when you travel?
We are very excited to announce that tickets are now available for the 2015 First2Board Phoenix Sessions. Pre-sale tickets were available to anyone who attended the Seattle Sessions and 25 people have registered already. Early Bird Tickets are now on…
Norma’s is a NYC classic, James Beard award winning breakfast joint inside the Le Parker Meridien. With choices like Hot Chestnut Pancakes Topped with Candied Chestnuts and Brown Sugar Sauce or Mango-Papaya Brown Butter Cinnamon Crêpes, Foie Gras Brioche French…
Do you need a ManServant on your next trip? Coming to San Francisco this fall! ManServant says… It’s not a stripper who gets naked and rubs his greasy body all over you. It’s aManServant: a gentleman who treats you like a…
Should the clearance price tags at Target impact your shopping? Yes, the Target Clearance Tags can unlock extra savings for you! Every Target shopper needs to know the 30% – 50% – 70% markdown schedule – When the price ends in 8, it will…