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Sacrifice
We like finding these little nuggets. In an article in The Detroit News entitled, “Auto execs accept sacrifices” we found this interesting sentence: “President and Chief Operating Officer… Continue Reading
Room-51.com
Starwood has launched a new Web site that will inform members about recent innovations. You can browse current projects by type and look at recent developments in areas such as videos and podcasts, virtual… Continue Reading
Radisson's 1,000th Hotel
To celebrate Radisson’s 1,000th hotel, at the new Radisson St. Martin Resort, you can book a 1,000 Reasons to Celebrate Package by Jan. 31, 2009 to receive 1,000 bonus Gold Points, $100 resort credit,… Continue Reading
The Greening of Virgin America
Carbonfund.org is a new partner of Virgin America and travelers can now help offset the environmental impact of their flight. Customers can choose to purchase carbon offsets at the time of booking; and… Continue Reading
Amtrak Rule Change
Rail runners hoping to top up their Amtrak Guest Rewards account at yearend were met with a rule change in the program that states, “A maximum of two roundtrips or four one-way trips, per member,… Continue Reading
Free National Car Rental Day
National Emerald Club is offering a One Two Free promotion through the end of January for rentals in the U.S. and Canada. Emerald Club members will receive one free rental day for every rental of two… Continue Reading
IHG's Makeover
Staybridge Suites is celebrating its 10th anniversary by offering a $10,000 family room makeover. You will receive an entry for each night you stay at a Staybridge Suites through Jan. 31, 2009, and you… Continue Reading
If Your Name is Greg, Read Carefully
The Onion, a satirical publication that fabricates news reports, recently published an article titled “American Airlines Now Charging Fees to Non-Passengers.” The article pokes fun at the… Continue Reading
Tracking Miles and Points
In last month’s WiseFlyer, InsideFlyer editor Randy Petersen outlined a number of mileage tracking Web sites available to frequent flyers. In the past month, a new program launched at www.acruw.com… Continue Reading

