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Flying High

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This holiday season airlines are splurging on their customers; but only if you’re part of a certain class.

It’s one of the busiest travel times of the year and while most passengers will spend the time purchasing pillows and looking for leg room; it’s getting even better for those in first class. According to the International Air Transport Association first class and business class passengers only make up 8% of international travelers. But that 8%of high end travelers brings in 27% of annual revenue. Airline analysts say there is now a war going on to cater to the profitable passengers and extra perks are the bait.  read more »

Keeping Your Privates Private

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Feeling a little camera shy around the new airport security screenings? One Colorado man has you covered.

Over the past week travelers hit the skies with more expected to swarm airports as we approach Christmas. But the new TSA security pat downs and body scanners are making people a little apprehensive. It seems that few people are enjoying their naked image appearing on a screen or being groped by a stranger. So if you’re looking for a little more privacy in the security line a Las Vegas based company has the underwear for you.  read more »

Booking Your Travel Upgrades

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It’s the busiest and the most expensive time of the year to travel. Wouldn’t you like your money to go a little further?

These days airlines are charging for everything from luggage to pillows and hotels and rental cars aren’t offering money saving deal either. The days of easy up-grades and free perks are slim to none but Money Magazine may have a few tricks left for weary travelers.  read more »

Unusual Lodgings

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Vacation time is approaching and nothing says memories like a hotel in the side of a hill or one that used to house prisoners.

MSN Travel has put together a list of the most unusual hotels in the world. And while the accommodations might take some getting used to they could be well worth your money. And there’s something for everyone. For example Waitomo New Zealand features the Hobbit Motel, designed after Hobbiton from the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. And for all you movie buffs the “Lord of the Rings” set is just 70 miles away.  read more »

Destination: Outrageous

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Forget lying down on the world's most beautiful beaches or skiing the freshest powder. For your next trip what about swinging by the Texas Prison Museum or checking out the Peabody Duck Parade?

Travel review website IgoUgo.com compiled a list of the ten weirdest tourist attractions based on recommendations from its readers. From New Zealand to the U.S. to Canada the list provides a bit of novelty for anyone looking to escape the conventional vacation.  read more »