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Review of Hampton by Hilton Liverpool/John Lennon Airport
Europe a la Carte Blog &bull Feb 21, 2010
I stayed at the Hampton by Hilton Liverpool/John Lennon Airport for two nights in February 2010 on a complimentary basis. Despite the proximity to the airport I heard no external noise in my bedroom. Free parking is provided for guests resident at the hotel. If you wish to leave your car there during a trip the cost is 5 per night (cheaper than standard airport parking). Theres… Full Story »
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Young man's body falls from cargo plane
MSNBC Travel &bull Feb 19, 2010
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic - The body of a young man fell from a cargo plane as it was starting to take off for Miami, Dominican officials said. An air traffic controller saw something fall from the Amerijet cargo plane… Full Story »
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Flier who threatened Jews gets probation; Alaska Air adds e-boarding passes; Air India bailout
USAtoday.com- Today in the Sky &bull Feb 19, 2010
Here is Friday's round-up of recent aviation stories posted on USATODAY.com. The stories listed here have not appeared elsewhere in the Today in the Sky blog. Airport has pleaded guilty and was given probation. Forty-three-old Mansor Mohammad Asad, of Toledo,… Full Story »
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Liquor (and Revenue) Could Flow at Las Vegas Airport
BNET &bull Feb 19, 2010
The Lockheed Martin made F-16 continues to rack up overseas sales despite its age and coming replacement by the JSF in U.S. service. Morocco and Egypt announced buys of it as 2009 came to an end. This adds to the several hundred already sold across the world and it provides a steady revenue stream. Even smart people make financial moves that… Full Story »
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Booze at baggage claim? Only in Vegas
CNN.com Travel &bull Feb 17, 2010
Commissioners in Clark County, which owns the airport, on Tuesday moved one step closer toward approving a liquor store at the airport's south baggage claim area by voting to seek out applications from parties interested in running such a facility.… Full Story »
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Trapped in Vegas? Day trip escapes from Sin City
Gadling &bull Feb 17, 2010
If you came here looking for little-known secrets of Sin City that may actually help you stomach a place you currently loathe, you've come to the wrong place. Don't get us wrong -- Las Vegas is a real hoot if you're into certain things. Things like mind-blowing shows, more live music than you can shake a stick at, gambling galore and some of the world's best eateries. But believe it or not, Vegas isn't the end-all destination for every traveler. It's also not the best destination for business travelers, but as I've personally found with covering the Consumer Electronics Show,… Full Story »
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We've Been Here Before
Cheapest Destinations &bull Feb 15, 2010Just for kicks, I went back and looked at some of my posts from when this Cheapest Destinations blog first got off the ground, when the first edition of my book had just hit the market. As hard as it is for me to believe, that was nearly seven years ago,… Full Story »
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Any tips for the best Liverpool attractions to visit on #lpltrip?
Europe a la Carte Blog &bull Feb 13, 2010
// I’ll be hosted at Hampton by Hilton Liverpool at John Lennon Airport for two nights next week when I visit Liverpool (#lpltrip on Twitter). Tate Liverpool by ChicagoGeek I was in Liverpool briefly a few years ago when I… Full Story »
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What we're reading: Airlines using more regional jets, Las Vegas Strip sees wins, air cargo boost may signal more jobs
Elliott Blog &bull Feb 12, 2010
Airlines using more regional jets, Las Vegas Strip sees wins, air cargo increase may signal more jobs Full Story »
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Keith's Marriage Proposal to Cyndy on Southwest Airlines trip
Nuts about Southwest &bull Feb 10, 2010
Keith's Proposal to Cyndy on a Southwest Airlines flight from Austin TX to Las Vegas NV. Our first video during our "Week of LUV" Full Story »
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My weightless Van Nuys Valentine? A zero-gravity flight on Saturday
LA Times - Daily Deal Travel Blog &bull Feb 10, 2010
Attention,last-minute Valentine's Day gift-seekers. For a chance to sweep that special someone off her feet and keep her that way for 15 seconds or so, peel off a whole bunch of fifties and look no further than the Van Nuys… Full Story »
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In Transit: Q&A: A Southwest Itinerary for Two Friends
NYTimes Travel &bull Feb 9, 2010
"We are considering flying to Phoenix and spending time there, in Sedona and at the Grand Canyon. Can you suggest a basic itinerary?" Full Story »
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Las Vegas singer in hot water over abandoned moldy rotting private jet
Gadling &bull Feb 6, 2010
Filed under: North America , United States , Airports Vegas superstar Wayne Newton is in a spot of trouble over a $61,000 parking ticket for his private jet. The plane was flown to Oakland County airport in Waterford, MI five… Full Story »
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Priceline's top 50 destinations for Valentine's Day and President's Day
Elliott Blog &bull Feb 5, 2010
Priceline just came out with their list of the top 50 destinations for Valentine's Day and President's day. These results are compiled from actual bookings, so they are very accurate for priceline.com customers. Full Story »
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Mr. Las Vegas Said to Owe 60K on Rotting, Abandoned Jet
Rick Seaney &bull Feb 5, 2010Ah, the troubles of the rich and famous… Performer Wayne Newton is accused of dropping off his private jet – a Fokker-F28 – at Oakland Airport in Waterford, Michigan about three years ago, and it’s been sitting there, rotting away,… Full Story »
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Allegiant Air CEO discusses Hawaii, MD-80 fleet
USAtoday.com- Today in the Sky &bull Feb 5, 2010
Allegiant Air has emerged as one of the most intriguing stories in the U.S. aviation industry, a small leisure-oriented niche carrier that has ... Full Story »
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Allegiant Air CEO: A la carte fees have been a 'revelation' for U.S. airline industry
USAtoday.com- Today in the Sky &bull Feb 2, 2010
Part II: Allegiant Air has emerged as one of the most intriguing stories in the U.S. aviation industry, a small leisure-oriented niche carrier ... Full Story »
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Frontier Airlines Texas/Oklahoma Airfare Sale
deals.farecompare.com via @flyFromDFW &bull Feb 2, 2010Get real-time tweets when airfare prices drop from your home airport to thousands of worldwide destinations. Full Story »
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More Delta Fleet Swaps In Store
Aviation Week &bull Feb 1, 2010
Delta says it expects to do more fleet swapping now that Northwest has flown its final flight. Full Story »
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The Pyramids and More: The Conrad Hotel Wants to Show You Around Cairo
The Informed Traveler &bull Feb 1, 2010Game to explore Cairo? The Conrad Hotel– smack dab in the heart of town on the banks of the Nile River– wants to show you the city’s hidden treasures. If you can tear yourself away from the views from your… Full Story »
