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November 30, 2007
Why Are There Plastic Cups in the Delta Air Lines Crown Room Clubs in Atlanta?
It is not because of the now-infamous "enhancements" that have been implemented by Delta Air Lines in recent years.
Actually, it is because the Atlanta area is suffering from the worst drought in years. In fact, if the Atlanta area does not get a few additional inches of rain by December 31, 2007 will be the driest year ever recorded in Atlanta history.
If the Crown Room Clubs in Atlanta do not have to wash glasses, then that is that much less water that the Crown Room Clubs need to use.
Read all about it in the Kudos to DL for Conservation...
...and if you find yourself in the Atlanta area anytime soon, please conserve water as much as you can. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.
Posted by Canarsie at 10:26 PM
November 29, 2007
End of year mileage status run assistance
It is that time of year and GSP flyer has stepped up to the plate with a generous offer to help FTers (re)qualify for status for those last few (thousand) miles.
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 4:54 PM
The Gate turns one
Tomorrow is the first anniversary of the launch of The Gate. Since I am in the clouds all day tomorrow (flying before canarsie pipes in with a punny wise-crack), I'm posting this today. Here is the first blog entry after launch.
This blog is for you, so please feel free to suggest how we can improve it or ideas for entries.
Click here to send me a PM, and click here to send canarsie a PM.
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 4:46 PM
FTers are everywhere
Another day, another mini-coup, an FTer on the spot. Read about it here.
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 4:41 PM
November 28, 2007
A New and Improved Search Engine is Now Available on FlyerTalk!
The IB Search Beta Update thread has received little fanfare as it quietly sits virtually unnoticed in the Technical Issues forum.
However, the news is huge: searches for three-letter terms on FlyerTalk has improved tremendously!
I tested out the beta search feature in the Hilton forum, using HHV as a search term. For those of you who are unfamiliar, HHV is the Hilton Hawaiian Village hotel property, which is one of the most popular properties discussed in the Hilton forum. The search using the beta search engine was fast and the results were accurate!
Please read the thread for additional benefits to testing and using the new beta search engine and then try it for yourself.
Of course, the traditional search engine is still available for those of you who prefer to use it.
Posted by Canarsie at 12:45 AM
November 27, 2007
Under Pressure to Celebrate a Special Anniversary?
Yes - and no...
...I am not asking you if you are under pressure to celebrate a special anniversary. Rather, FlyerTalk member underpressure is celebrating a special anniversary.
Can you guess what anniversary he is celebrating that is so special that it has caused the eyes of some FlyerTalk members to well up with tears?
I can promise you that the A very special anniversary today thread is "on the up and UP".
Advisory: Please ensure that you have a box of tissues handy before you read that thread. It just may very well touch your heart...
Posted by Canarsie at 11:03 PM
November 26, 2007
The world is your oyster
If you had 48 hours to go anywhere, where would you go and what would you do there?
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 10:14 PM
November 25, 2007
How to fly a cat
Apparently it is rather complicated to bring a cat into UK. Find out more on this thread.
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 4:39 PM
November 24, 2007
Discussions About Miles and Points: Have Things Changed on FlyerTalk?
FlyerTalk member and former moderator zrs70 laments: "When I joined FT, the topics seemed to focus on how to get the best bang for the buck. Today, many of the posts seem to be about how the airline owes us all the time (extra miles put into the account, compensation issues, etc.) Have others noticed this gradual shift?"
Is there indeed a gradual shift in the tone of the topics discussed on FlyerTalk?
Find out what other FlyerTalk members, both "newbies" and "old-timers", have to say. Better yet, post your experience and what you believe in the Has FT shifted from advocating FF programs to "shtupping" then? thread.
While you're there, you get to learn what the term "shtup" means...
Posted by Canarsie at 10:56 PM
November 23, 2007
Is this a cardinal sin? Should it be?
Check out this tale of a professor ... before he was saved by a FTer.
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 11:43 PM
November 22, 2007
City Ticket Offices: An Endangered Species...
...at Delta Air Lines, anyway, although I understand the city ticket offices of some other airlines are slowly becoming extinct.
Anyway, unless you live in New York City, say goodbye to those Delta Air Lines city ticket offices.
Is it a sign of the times, or can the closing of at least some of the city ticket offices be prevented?
Find out in the DL to close US CTOs, except NYC thread.
Posted by Canarsie at 12:28 AM
November 21, 2007
Attention, Overweight Women...
...have you ever experienced discrimination against you when traveling?
Have you not been treated as well as your fellow travelers simply because you are a woman and you happen to be overweight?
If so, please post your experience in the how much discrimination for overweight FT women thread.
Please also post ways that the discrimination can be minimized in the future.
Don't weight too long to post in that thread, or at least read the opinions of other FlyerTalk members...
Posted by Canarsie at 1:02 AM
November 20, 2007
A change of identity?
4 countries, 2 nationalities, 1 headache.
Help SirJman solve the conundrum.
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 11:27 PM
November 19, 2007
Does This FlyerTalk Thread Cut the Mustard?
To me, it does.
Mustard is one of my favorite condiments of all time. Although I will use it in its basic form, my favorite mustard is the authentic spicy brown mustard used in Kosher delicatessens in New York. However, I will also use flavored mustards when the opportunity arises. Dijon mustard is delicious as well.
Not that it matters to me, but the great thing about mustard is that it is usually low in fat and in calories. Sodium, however, may be an issue.
If you are a mustard fanatic, reading the Mustard fans? thread is an absolute must...
...ard.
Posted by Canarsie at 9:15 AM
November 18, 2007
The Breezeway by Delta Air Lines.
Some people use the Breezeway to pass.
Some people prefer to pass on the Breezeway.
What is a Breezeway, anyway - a highway for wind?!?
Please see the Breezeway--can someone explain this to me? thread for an explanation.
Don't worry - reading the thread will be a breeze, especially when you wind on down towards the end.
Please don't blow by this thread...
Posted by Canarsie at 12:53 AM
November 17, 2007
Drugs, booze or boring neighbour?
How do you manage to get to sleep onboard (or do you not sleep at all)?
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 2:44 PM
November 16, 2007
FTer stars in sequel to The Terminal
Read about it here.
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 7:48 PM
November 15, 2007
Choosing a Low-End Hotel
There is a lot of language in The crappy hotel thread: choosing among the low end that I would not repeat myself.
Then again, there is some rather strong debate amongst FlyerTalk members about what is perceived to be a low-end hotel property.
Read the thread and see if you agree with what has been posted thus far regarding low-end hotels. However, some of what has been posted is quite disgusting. You may want to skip this thread if you get queasy easily.
Some of the dialogue in this thread is contentious; some of it comical. One thing is for certain: you may post your opinion in this thread as to what comprises a low-end hotel...
Posted by Canarsie at 8:36 PM
November 14, 2007
FT Photo Albums
There is a corner of Flyer Talk that until recently I didn't even know existed, FT Gallery. Check out the latest Do pictures here.
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 9:27 AM
November 13, 2007
Cards Good for 50% Off Any Hotel Anywhere!
If you are a Priority Club or InterContinental Hotel member and have enough points, this could be your lucky day.
Until December 15, 2007, redeem your points for an Any Hotel, Anywhere reward at 50% off our standard redemption rates.
For more details, please refer to the 50% off Any hotel, Anywhere cards and uk behind or ahead? new points conversion to cash card threads.
Posted by Canarsie at 8:27 PM
November 11, 2007
Are You Amazed at People Who Do Mileage Runs?
FlyerTalk member guywhowonders certainly is amazed at people who do mileage runs.
Find out why in the I am amazed at people doing MRs!! thread.
I am amazed at people who are amazed at people who do mileage runs.
Is anyone amazed that I am amazed at people who are amazed at people who do mileage runs?!?
Posted by Canarsie at 12:00 AM
November 10, 2007
From the Halitosis Depart-Mint...
What would you do When your seatmate has bad breath and won't take a mint from you?
Would you tell your seatmate that he or she needs to odor a fresh new breath from the flight attendant?
That was a bad attempt at a pun, but click on the link above to the thread to see what solutions other FlyerTalk members are offering...
Posted by Canarsie at 9:29 AM
November 9, 2007
Happy Diwali!
What is Diwali, and who celebrates this holiday?
Find out in the Happy Diwali! thread. You may want to post your best wishes there as well.
FlyerTalk is truly a diverse Internet bulletin board web site.
Posted by Canarsie at 11:21 PM
November 7, 2007
Enhancements to the Southwest Rapid Rewards Program
Find out what the latest enhancements to the Rapid Rewards frequent flier program of Southwest Airlines here, as well as what FlyerTalk members think about them.
Posted by Canarsie at 11:47 PM
November 6, 2007
Autumn is Here and Winter is Approaching: What to Eat???
Find out what are the Favorite Fall/Winter Dishes of your fellow FlyerTalk members.
For some reason, ice cream, foie gras and fruit salad have not been mentioned in this thread - yet...
Posted by Canarsie at 9:10 AM
November 5, 2007
Talk Board candidate soapbox
Read the thoughts of the candidates for the upcoming Talk Board elections here. If you have a burning question for all candidates, read this thread for how to raise it (the above linked forum is restricted to ready-only except for the candidates).
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 8:33 PM
Baggage misdelivery, with a twist
When HIDDY's bag was not delivered he was stoic. After all, these things happen and the airline promised delivery would be quick. Days later the bag was delivered, but only to the local bus station ... which was closed for the weekend.
Is this reasonable treatment or common?
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 4:25 PM
xray etiquette
Should you wait or barge in if have no items to be xrayed?
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 4:21 PM
CO2 compensation
An interesting discussion on how (currently voluntary) emissions charges are being set by class of travel at one airline.
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 11:49 AM
November 3, 2007
Addicted?
You know you're addicted when ...
Posted by Kiwi Flyer at 8:43 AM
November 2, 2007
Are You Owed Money?
Read the Claim for Refund of Foreign Currency Conversion Fees thread for details.
Posted by Canarsie at 10:33 PM
November 1, 2007
Hot Sauces. Hot Thread!
Do you need a thread that will burn a lasting impression in your mind?
Are you a spicy individual who needs to add flavor to your life?
Are you ready to kick your taste buds up several notches with a splash of zesty condiments?
Pepper your FlyerTalk reading by perusing the Hot sauces thread and shake away the bland food habit once and for all.
Posted by Canarsie at 11:05 PM