Holiday Inn Buenos Aires-Ezeiza Airport opens

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 21:35 — Anonymous The new 114-guestroom hotel connects to
El Mangrullo, an Argentinean restaurant that often serves celebrity clientele
Continues...

Ryanair boss calls for new runways at London airports

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 22:02 — Anonymous Ryanair boss Michael O"Leary has called
for new runways to be built at Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted to solve
capacity problems in the southeast Continues...

Virgin launches new Upper Class meal service

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 18:08 — Anonymous New champagne coupe glasses, Graze
menus and cake stands are being introduced onboard from tomorrow Continues...

IAG faced £500m APD bill in 2011

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 17:39 — Anonymous British Airways" parent company IAG has
announced operating profits of £410 million for 2011, despite APD charges of
£500 million, and fuel costs up 29.7 per cent Continues...

Olympic winner

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Four years on from its own Games, Jenny
Southan finds Beijing is continuing to develop apace Continues...

Business Traveller Cellars in the Sky Awards 2011

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Which airlines came out on top in our
annual wine awards? Rose Dykins reports on a corking competition Continues...

Meet in Belgium

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous The Belgian province of Liège offers
fast and furious incentives combined with chilled out charm, discovers Rose
Dykins Continues...

Masterstroke

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Forget bland décor – a growing
number of hotels are using art to make a statement, build their brand and
entice guests, writes Jenny Southan Continues...

Route of the month

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter looks at how new
services can benefit business travellers. This month: options from London to
Hong Kong Continues...

Frequent traveller: Street walking

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous In which our correspondent finds her
passion for exploring on two feet can lead her in the wrong direction
Continues...

Inspector gadgets

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Steve Dinneen delves into the murky
world of corporate and domestic espionage, and reveals which gadgets you
should have in your secret stash Continues...

Business Traveller March edition now live

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Subscribers can now access the latest
edition online, with a look at developments in airport security, and the
viability of all-business class flights. Plus a round-up of ten top metro
systems, and features on Beijing and Toronto Continues...

Changing lanes

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Going through security can be stressful
even for seasoned travellers. Jenny Southan reports on new developments that
might make the process smoother Continues...

In focus

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter examines topical issues.
This month: do all-business class services work? Continues...

Top-class Toronto

Wed, 02/29/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Other cities may get the glory but
Canada"s financial capital is rich in culture, teeming with entertainment
options and blessed with natural beauty, discovers Sarah Staples Continues...

E-Reader Review: Sony Reader Wi-Fi is Perfect for Travel

Tue, 02/28/2012 - 21:40 — Anonymous The folks at Sony were kind enough to
send me a Reader Wi-Fi e-reader to review and I have to say, I love it. It
might just be the best e-reader for travel, but its uses expand far beyond
trips. There are many features to love on the Sony Reader: its portability,
access to free [...]

IHG launches Even Hotels brand

Tue, 02/28/2012 - 22:38 — Anonymous Intercontinental Hotels Group has
launched Even Hotels in the United States, a new offering which the group
claims is "the first mainstream hotel brand focused on wellness" Continues...

Sofitel So Bangkok opens its doors

Tue, 02/28/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous The hotel is themed around the five
elements and is equipped with advanced technology Continues...

Hilton opens two Dalian properties

Tue, 02/28/2012 - 15:45 — Anonymous In addition to the two new hotels, the
group also announces its first franchise agreement for DoubleTree
Continues...

Doubletree opens 850-room Shanghai property

Tue, 02/28/2012 - 18:29 — Anonymous The former Sofitel JJ Oriental Hotel in
Shanghai"s Pudong district has been rebranded under Hilton"s Doubletree
offering Continues...

Emirates imposing fuel surcharge

Tue, 02/28/2012 - 11:52 — Anonymous From March 1, first and business class
surcharges are AED390 to Middle East/South Asia, AED500 to Africa, Europe,
the Far East and Australasia and AED610 to Americas Continues...

Etihad starting Basra flights

Tue, 02/28/2012 - 12:47 — Anonymous Four-a-week services on A320s beginning
to the southern Iraq city on April 15 Continues...

Marriott Rewards makes redemption rate changes

Mon, 02/27/2012 - 22:50 — Anonymous The group has published a list of
redemption category changes across its portfolio, with rates increasing for
around 500 properties including the recently opened St Pancras Rennaisance
London Continues...

Mercure new-generation rooms reach Melbourne

Mon, 02/27/2012 - 16:00 — Anonymous The chain's latest design standards are
unveiled in Asia-Pacific via this Australian city Continues...

Accor confirms 10 Middle East openings in 2012

Mon, 02/27/2012 - 19:44 — Anonymous Group targets mid-scale and budget to
spearhead regional growth Continues...

Virgin staff get whispering lessons

Mon, 02/27/2012 - 21:50 — Anonymous As the carrier gears up for the launch
of its redesigned "Upper Class Dream Suite", the carrier has employed a
'whispering coach' to ensure crew avoid disturbing sleeping passengers during
night flights Continues...

Special report: why no airline bonding?

Mon, 02/27/2012 - 21:54 — Anonymous In light of recent airline failures
Alex McWhirter examines the lack of an official bonding scheme to cover
passengers should their airline cease trading Continues...

Bmi offers quadruple miles bonus

Mon, 02/27/2012 - 23:48 — Anonymous Diamond Club members can earn quadruple
miles when flying from London to Aberdeen, Belfast or Edinburgh before March
31. But hurry – you"ll need to pre-register before the end of February
Continues...

China Southern launches English language A380 site

Mon, 02/27/2012 - 19:18 — Anonymous Until now China Southern has only
offered a Chinese version of its A380 microsite, but English speakers can now
learn more about the carrier's superjumbo Continues...

Korean Air"s A380 to serve Frankfurt

Mon, 02/27/2012 - 18:37 — Anonymous It had been thought that London
Heathrow would be the second city in Europe to receive Korean Air"s A380. But
in the end the carrier has plumped for Frankfurt Continues...

First look: Cathay Pacific's premium economy cabin

Mon, 02/27/2012 - 11:08 — Anonymous The B777-300ER equipped with these
seats also features new long-haul economy seats and an upgraded IFE system
Continues...

Loyalty update

Mon, 02/27/2012 - 17:40 — Anonymous Double miles for premium Emirates
passengers; bonus Bmi Diamond Club gift miles; double miles with Regal Hotels
and China Eastern Continues...

Business book reviews

Sat, 02/25/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Business Traveller regularly reviews
books to help you get the most out of your business, from social media to
body language, innovation and decision making Continues...

Delta drops Heathrow-Miami route

Fri, 02/24/2012 - 19:23 — Anonymous The route will cease on April 16 due to
"high jet fuel prices and fluctuations in passenger demand", and is part of a
shake-up which will see the carrier"s remaining Gatwick-Atlanta flights
switched to Heathrow Continues...

Exclusive: Dubai impacted by landing congestion

Fri, 02/24/2012 - 10:11 — Anonymous Pilots having to circle more at peak
times above Gulf's leading airport, as it grapples with capacity constraints
amid ongoing growth Continues...

Virgin increases Ghana services

Thu, 02/23/2012 - 22:13 — Anonymous The carrier will move to a five
times-weekly service from March 26, citing recent growth of over 50 per cent
in premium economy and Upper Class bookings on the route Continues...

Wizzair to launch Luton-Debrecen route

Thu, 02/23/2012 - 23:18 — Anonymous The low-cost carrier will fly three
times-weekly between London and Hungary"s second largest city Debrecen from
June Continues...

Café Royal Hotel to open in June

Thu, 02/23/2012 - 18:53 — Anonymous The historic Café Royal on London"s
Regent Street is to reopen as a 159-room hotel this June, and will form part
of The Set, a collection of properties including Hotel Lutetia in Paris
Continues...

Delta to cease Gatwick services

Thu, 02/23/2012 - 19:48 — Anonymous The carrier is to add a second daily
flight between Heathrow and Atlanta from April, but as a result will drop its
only remaining service from Gatwick Continues...

Gatwick takes customer service tips from five-star hotel

Thu, 02/23/2012 - 17:38 — Anonymous Customer-facing staff at Gatwick
airport are being given coaching by the head concierge of five-star London
hotel The Goring, ahead of this year's Olympics and Queen's Jubilee
Continues...

Hilton rebrands JFK airport hotel

Thu, 02/23/2012 - 16:06 — Anonymous The 356-room International JFK Airport
Hotel has been rebranded under the Hilton Hotels and Resorts portfolio,
following the completion of a renovation programme Continues...

Etihad to fly to Washington DC

Thu, 02/23/2012 - 12:54 — Anonymous Airline's fourth US destination due to
come on stream March 31 2013 and will be served by an A340-500 Continues...

Emirates introducing B777-300ER to Newcastle

Thu, 02/23/2012 - 13:45 — Anonymous Upgrade in September comes on the fifth
anniversary of the route's launch, and replaces the A330-200 Continues...

Heathrow Express set for strike disruption

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 23:00 — Anonymous The RMT union has called a total of six
days of industrial action in protest over the sacking of a Heathrow Express
driver, with the first walkout set to take place this Sunday and Monday
Continues...

Meet Our New Writers – Katie and Amy

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 20:15 — Anonymous We are thrilled to announce that
we've hired two new writers for GGTG. Katie Lipovsky and Amy Whitley will
be joining us starting in March.  They'll be sharing their favorite tips,
destinations, and travel stories every week. To help you get to know them a
little better we've put together a short Q&A.Meet Katie *Tell us about your
travel experiences.*I caught the travel bug in 2006. Since then I've
traveled to over 25 countries. More than that, I've been able to experience
life in many of them. While living in South Africa for 4 years, I explored
countless cities and cultures throughout sub-Saharan Africa.*In what ways do
you consider yourself green?*I've been vegetarian for quite a few years,
mainly because of the environmental impact meat production has on the
environment. My husband and I tend to focus on long-term travel. Going at a
slower pace means we get a more authentic experience, but also lessens the
impact we're having on the environment.*What types of interesting tips and
adventures can we look forward to hearing from you?*We've been lucky enough
to do a lot of long-term travel, I'm excited to share tips on how that's
worked so well for us. After living in Africa for a few years, I have a lot
of tips for overlanding and traveling through the massive continent.Also,
later this year we're moving to Scotland. I'm excited for this new
adventure, and I'm sure I'll be sharing all sorts of lessons we learn as
we prepare to move overseas again.*Where else do you write on the web?*I
co-founded Peas in a Blog  with one of my best friends. We focus on
vegetarian food and fitness. But, because we both love travel, we throw it in
as much as we can!Meet Amy***Tell us about your travel experiences.*I was one
of those kids fortunate to have parents and grandparents who traveled, so
experiencing new places and cultures has always been a priority in my life.
As a child and young adult, I traveled across Europe, Mexico, Canada, and
U.S., and after my own children were born, I was determined to raise them in
the same manner. I quickly learned that while traveling with kids comes with
challenges, the rewards vastly outweigh any inconveniences. Kids adapt to new
places and new people with enviable grace, and I learn as much as they do
when we set forth on each adventure.*In what ways do you consider yourself
green?*Our favorite type of travel involves natural spaces, national parks,
and outdoor exploration. I've been 'green' long before the term was
coined, and I credit this mindset to my appreciation of the outdoors. Because
of this respect for our parks, natural wilderness, and wildlife, it's
important to me to teach my children how to preserve and care for our
environment. To this end, I've been a vegetarian for fifteen years, travel
and explore locally with as light a carbon footprint as possible, and keep an
eye on eco travel products which will help me on this quest (staying away
from excessive packaging, a pet peeve of mine). Am I perfect? Goodness no.
But I believe that green travel is not only possible, but natural.*What types
of interesting tips and adventures can we look forward to hearing from
you?*It's a bit of a mission in my life to convince parents that they can
(and should) travel with their kids, so many of my travel tips and
destination reviews will come from a perspective of family travel. I've
been told I'm one of the most organized people you'll ever 'meet', so
you can expect plenty of travel planning and itinerary tips from me as well.
You'll also see a lot of backpacking and hiking posts, eco product reviews,
and adventure travel tales. If you can hike to it, paddle around it, climb
it, or zip-line across it, I want to go!*Where else do you write on the
web?*I'm the founding editor of Pit Stops for Kids, a family travel site
that reviews hotels and resorts, outdoor spaces, museums, and more across the
U.S. Stop by, and you'll find road trip itineraries, flying tips, our top
ski resort and beach town picks, theme park advice, and more. Every Tuesday,
you'll also find me at Practical Travel Gear, where I review the latest in
outdoor and family travel gear. Occasionally, you'll see me elsewhere, as
I'm a contributor to regional print newspapers and magazines in my home
state of Oregon./*Please join us in welcoming Katie and Amy!*/

Spanair loyalty members offered status match... but no miles

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 20:23 — Anonymous Members of the now defunct Spanair will
be offered elite status match within the loyalty programmes of "several
Star Alliance member carriers", but will lose all accumulated miles
Continues...

BA’s new First coming to Gatwick

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 18:06 — Anonymous British Airways is to fit its three
four-class B777 aircraft serving long-haul routes from Gatwick with the
carrier's new First product, with the rollout beginning in April
Continues...

St Regis Doha to offer exclusive wine selection

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 18:53 — Anonymous The new St Regis Doha will feature
Vintage champagne and cigar bar, boasting an exclusive selection of wines and
champagne "found nowhere else in Doha" Continues...

AirAsia reduces baggage fees

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 11:27 — Anonymous From today onwards, the carrier will
reduce charges for certain baggage tiers, while introducing new tiers
Continues...

United to launch New York-Istanbul service

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 02:28 — Anonymous Boeing 767-300 aircraft will operate
the new daily service beginning July 1 Continues...

Kingfisher hits more turbulence

Tue, 02/21/2012 - 23:35 — Anonymous Beleaguered carrier has to confront
volatile share prices, ongoing financial uncertainty and operational
disruption Continues...

Oman Government 'owes Gulf Air $310 million'

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 12:45 — Anonymous The sum is owed after Oman withdrew as
a shareholder of the airline in 2007, according to Reuters Continues...

Jetstar and Vietnam Airlines to manage Jetstar Pacific Airlines

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 15:04 — Anonymous Previously, the Vietnam-based low-cost
carrier was managed by the government Continues...

Flybe increases Birmingham-Glasgow capacity

Wed, 02/22/2012 - 00:12 — Anonymous The carrier will now serve all flights
on the route with its 118-seater Embraer E195 aircraft, which it says has
resulted in an additional 70,000 seats now being available for sale
Continues...

Sofitel opens first hotel in India

Tue, 02/21/2012 - 18:45 — Anonymous The 302-room Sofitel Mumbai BKC is
close to the Bandra-Worli sealink, which provides quick access to the city
centre Continues...

Gulf Air increasing Saudi flights

Tue, 02/21/2012 - 12:30 — Anonymous The 11 extra flights between Bahrain,
Jeddah and Riyadh from March 1 are designed to make life easier for
same-day-returning business travellers Continues...

Marco Polo Hotels introduces free wifi

Tue, 02/21/2012 - 12:07 — Anonymous The move is part of an upgrading
project of the three Hong Kong properties under the Marco Polo Hotels, Hong
Kong umbrella Continues...

Virgin launches two-for-one Flying Club reward offer

Tue, 02/21/2012 - 17:19 — Anonymous Members redeeming an economy flight to
selected destinations for travel before the end of May will get a second
companion seat free of charge Continues...

Radisson Edwardian to become Radisson Blu

Mon, 02/20/2012 - 23:12 — Anonymous The Radisson Edwardian brand is set to
disappear by the second half of this year, with the group's 13 properties
in London and Manchester being rebranded under the Radisson Blu name
Continues...

Hilton launches Doubletree points offer

Mon, 02/20/2012 - 23:33 — Anonymous Members of Hilton's HHonors loyalty
scheme can earn double points when staying at the five former Mint Hotel
properties recently rebranded under the Doubletree offering Continues...

Park Hyatt to debut in Bangkok

Mon, 02/20/2012 - 21:59 — Anonymous The 222-room hotel is set to open in
2014, and will be housed within a mixed-use building featuring a "spectacular
"twisted coil" exterior" Continues...

Ethiopian gears up for Dreamliner launch

Mon, 02/20/2012 - 18:54 — Anonymous Ethiopian Airlines has rostered its
forthcoming B787 Dreamliner aircraft onto routes to Johannesburg and Dubai
from June 15, with Guangzhou, Harare and Lusaka set to follow later in the
year Continues...

More strikes at Frankfurt Airport

Mon, 02/20/2012 - 16:08 — Anonymous The second round of strikes may lead to
delays, but most long-haul flights will operate as scheduled Continues...

EASA finds more flaws with A380s

Mon, 02/20/2012 - 12:16 — Anonymous This time, the safety body has
identified aluminium rivets in the fuselage that need to be replaced
Continues...

TRYP by Wyndham debuts in New York

Sun, 02/19/2012 - 21:27 — Anonymous The 242-guestroom TRYP New York City
Times Square South offers a tapas- style bar, an online social network in the
lobby and fitness facilities Continues...

InterContinental Doha The City opens

Mon, 02/20/2012 - 13:10 — Anonymous New high rise targets MICE, short and
long-stay business travel through its 360 rooms and 176 Residence Suites
Continues...

Emirates raising Tunis services to daily

Mon, 02/20/2012 - 13:18 — Anonymous An A340-500 will be introduced on the
route from March 25 Continues...

Gran Meliá Rome Villa Agrippina opening April

Sun, 02/19/2012 - 13:39 — Anonymous Luxury urban resort contains 116 rooms
and suites in the heart of the city Continues...

Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche opening March 15

Sun, 02/19/2012 - 15:35 — Anonymous Online bookings now in the system for
stays at 282-room hotel on the city's Corniche Continues...

Tune Hotels eyes Middle East expansion

Sun, 02/19/2012 - 14:04 — Anonymous Pay-as-you-use budget hotel brand with
wide presence in Asia plots next commercial phase Continues...

10 Best Natural and Green Baby Toys

Thu, 02/09/2012 - 20:51 — Anonymous It's a scary world out there for
parents. All of the BPA (a hormone disrupter), toxic paints, and phthalates
(endocrine disrupters) in pacifiers, teethers, and toys is enough to make a
mama want to give up toys altogether.Fortunately, there is an abundance of
safe, green toys — from wood trucks and rattles to toys made from silicone,
rubber, and recycled plastic — online and in natural toy stores across the
country. Here are some of our favorites.Wooden Puzzle Stacker by P'Kolino
– $34The puzzle stacker is brightly colored and its rings are easy for
little fingers to hold.
* Made from wood and coated with safe, non-toxic paint

 Natural Rubber Panda Teether by Hevea – $17This adorable teether has won
awards from parents in the US, Germany, and the UK.
* Made of 100% rubber – no phthalates, colors, PVC, EVAtane, silicone, or
BPA
* Packaging is made from recycled and biodegradable materials printed in soy
ink

Jane Teething Necklace by Chewbeads – $30It can be hard to by stylish when
all of your attention goes to baby, but Chewbeads offers a fashionable
necklace for mom that's also baby-friendly.
* Made of 100% silicone -no BPA, phthalates, cadmium, lead, or  other
metals.

Fantasy Blocks by Haba – $36This 26 piece set contains an array of colors
and shapes that will help your little one grow and learn.
* Made of solid beech wood and non-toxic, solvent-free dye

Wooden Rattle by Green Sprouts – $15This simple wooden rattle is the
perfect toy for any baby.
* Made of solid wood with no coatings, stains, or paints.

Punch and Drop by Plan Toys – $19This brightly colored toy improves
hand-eye coordination and is made of solid wood.
* Made from organic recycled rubber wood

Scoop and Pour Tug Boats by Green Toys  – $26Your baby will love bath time
with these fun, sustainable boats.
* Made from 100% recycled plastic

 Sophie the Giraffe Teether Toy by Vulli – $18Cute Sophie has a squeaker
and her neck is easy for little hands to grasp. Great for teething babies!
*  Made of 100% rubber and coated with food paint
* Phthalate and BPA-free

Motley Pacifier Chain by Haba – $15This brightly colored pacifier is cute,
natural, and perfect for your little one.
* Made of wood and coated with natural, water-based, non-toxic lacquers

Stacking Cups by Green Toys – $9These colorful cups stack in dozens of ways
and make playtime and bath time fun for everyone.
* Made from 100% recycled plastic milk containers

These natural and green baby toys are safe for kids and are sure to satisfy
the most environmentally conscious parent. Your little one will have a blast
with them! /Note: This post contains affliliate links, which provide Go
Green Travel Green with the revenue we need to provide excellent, free
content. Thanks for your support!/

Traveling with Baby: 21 Tips for Flying with Your Baby

Fri, 02/17/2012 - 05:56 — Anonymous The prospect of traveling with a baby
is daunting — will he cry the whole time? Can I change him on the plane?
Will I have enough diapers?  I just took my first trip with our 10-week-old
son and I was nervous about flying with a baby. But I found that, if you're
prepared, traveling with kids isn't all that different from traveling
alone. Here's everything you need to know to travel with baby. These 20
tips are sure to make your trip less stressful.Planning Your Trip*1. Pack
light and carry on.* We always try to pack light, but I was sure we'd have
to check a bag on our first trip with a baby. I was wrong. Elizabeth and I
fit everything for two adults and one baby into two carry-on rollerboards, a
diaper bag, and a backpack. We figured if we needed anything that we didn't
pack, we could buy it when we arrived. I'm so glad we did it this way. Who
wants to pay money to check bags, only to wait by the baggage claim with a
jet lagged baby?*2. Consider the time of day.* If you can, book your flights
for a time of day when baby is generally in a good mood. You probably don't
want to subject yourself (or your fellow passengers) to baby's 6:00 fussy
time.*3. Make sure necessities are accessible.* Pack snacks (for parents and
older babies), toys, adequate diapers, a bag for dirty diapers, wipes,
formula or breast milk, a blanket, and any other must-haves in an
under-the-seat bag so you can get to them at any time. Here's a list of
items to back when traveling with baby.image credit: mbrubekGetting to the
Airport*4. Arrive early.* This is true especially if you're traveling on
the weekends or during holidays. Give yourself an extra 30 minutes at the
airport to deal with any urgent situations that arise (blowout diapers,
anyone?). Travel with baby takes longer than traveling alone, no matter how
prepared you are. You'll feel less stressed if you give yourself plenty of
time.*5. Drive to the airport.* Our lovely friend was kind enough to drive us
to the airport at 6:00 am and we planned to take public transit on the way
home. Of course, our flight home was canceled and we were re-booked on a
later flight. By the time we got to our home airport, we had a cranky baby
with two cranky moms. Oh, and it was 10 degrees out. Taking the Light Rail
home, then walking 20 minutes with a screaming baby in freezing weather was
unappealing. Instead, Elizabeth took public transit home, got the car, and
picked up our baby and me from the airport. Having a car parked at the
airport would have been expensive, but it would have been worth it in our
circumstances.*6. Don't bring a car seat on the plane.* I highly recommend
wearing your baby and leaving your car seat in the car. Lugging around a car
seat is a hassle and you either have to check it (and risk it being tossed
around and damaged) or buy another plane ticket for your baby to have his own
seat. Just make sure your ride when you reach your destination has a car
seat.Going Through Security*7. Familiarize yourself with TSA's guidelines.*
These are subject to change at any time, so it's a good idea to review them
before each trip. Read TSA's Traveling with Children guide.*8. Wear baby
through security.* If you "wear" baby in a sling, wrap, or carrier like
the Moby Wrap or ERGO Baby carrier, you can leave him in there when you go
through security. I would highly recommend wearing your baby since it gives
you two free hands to carry luggage and put it through the x-ray machine. I
wore my little guy in a Moby and it was perfect. One thing to note: a TSA
agent might wipe down your hands to check for explosives.*9. Don't worry
about baby's footwear.* Children under 12 can leave their shoes on so
there's no need to remove baby's shoes or socks.*10. Prepare your liquids
in advance.* Make sure you have all of your liquids in 3 ounce containers in
a plastic bag, just as you do when traveling without kids. There is one
exception: If you're traveling breast milk or formula, you can bring larger
containers, provided you declare them to TSA officers. Learn more on TSA's
website.*11. Bring a baggie with ice for breastmilk.* If you're bringing
breastmilk through security you'll want to keep it cold. Instead of using
resusable ice packs (which I was afraid TSA might not allow) I filled ziploc
baggies with ice. That way, when the ice melted, or if TSA wanted me to dump
the ice, I could get fresh ice from any of the restaurants through
security.In the Airport*12. Ask for better seats.* Make sure, at the very
least, your family's seats are together. Better yet, get seats toward the
front of the plane so you can exit more quickly when you reach your
destination. Elizabeth asked if we could move closer to the front of the
plane since we were traveling with a baby and the gate attendant did us one
better — he gave us an entire row to ourselves! Thanks American
Airlines!*13. Know that not all restrooms are family restrooms.* I was
dismayed when we discovered multiple (huge) restrooms at DFW Airport without
changing tables. We wandered until we found a "family restroom" to change
the baby.*14. Change your baby often.* It's not easy to change a baby on a
plane since your choices are changing him on your lap or in the cramped,
dirty airplane bathroom. I recommend changing him often in the airport where
you have adequate room.*15. Grab a bite** near your gate.* If you have a
layover and need to grab a meal between flights, eat near your departure
gate. That way you won't be running through the airport with baby, trying
to get to your gate, when your meal takes longer than anticipated.*16. Feed
baby.* I found the time before and between flights was perfect for a quick
meal for my little one. I fed him more on the plane, but the pre-flight snack
insured he wasn't starving as we were boarding.*17. Preboard!* I was super
excited about my first preboarding experience and it was great. No rushing to
get to the front of the line or worrying that there wouldn't be room for my
carry-on in the overhead bins.On the Plane: Flying with Baby*18. Make sure
baby is fed.* A hydrated, well-fed baby is a happy baby. Nervous about
breastfeeding on the plane? Forty-five states have laws that allow women to
breastfeed in public, but people have been known to complain about
breastfeeding moms on planes. If you're traveling with another adult or
child, have him sit in the middle and you can take the window; it will give
you more privacy. You might also want to bring a Hooter Hider or blanket to
cover up (but don't feel like you have to). I didn't have any problems
breastfeeding on any of the four legs of our trip.*19. Nurse during take-off
and landing.* Sucking on something can help keep baby's ears clear so
he's not in pain during the flight. If you're not breastfeeding, offer a
pacifier or your (clean) finger.*20. Have a plan for changing baby.* No one
wants to have to change a baby's diaper on a plane, but any parent knows
that blow-outs happen at the most inconvenient times. Be prepared in case it
happens to you — where will you change baby? What will you need? How will
you handle the logistics? Here are some tips for changing baby on a plane.
*21. If baby cries, don't fret.* Our little one was great on the way to our
destination and cried much of the way back. He refused to nurse or take a
pacifier and none of the usual tricks worked. For the most part, people
around us were sympathetic; many of them had been in our position before. And
the white noise of the plane helped drown out his cries. I found it was
easiest to change my baby on my lap.Traveling with a baby and flying with
your baby doesn't have to be overwhelming. Just follow these tips and
you'll be prepared for whatever the airlines — and your little ones —
throw at you.*Do you have any tips for traveling with a baby or flying with a
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New Premium Lounge for Heathrow

Mon, 02/13/2012 - 22:21 — Anonymous Qatar Airways opened its new Premium
Lounge at London Heathrow in January to service one of the busiest air travel
routes in the world. Situated in Terminal 4, the Qatar Lounge is will offer
private shower facilities with heated floors and mirrors, hotel-style towels
and luxury brand am

San Francisco Airport introduces Yoga Room

Wed, 02/15/2012 - 01:17 — Anonymous Take the stress out of flying next time
you're in transit at San Franciscos's Terminal 2 and channel your inner
Californian in the Yoga Room. The Yoga Room, a tranquil dimly studio, is the
latest example of the lengths airports will go to to improve passenger
experience. The Yoga Room a

Meet and Seat with KLM

Mon, 02/13/2012 - 22:07 — Anonymous How would you like to pre-seat yourself
next to a person who's company you'd be delighted to keep? With KLM's new
meet and seat  tool this is possible. By linking a social media application
such as Facebook or LinkedIn to the KLM website travellers can now pre-seat
the

The Golden Bridge to China

Mon, 02/13/2012 - 22:15 — Anonymous In January this year SAA launched the
first of their direct flights to Beijing, China amidst much fanfare. The
route, dubbed the Golden Bridge, is set to bring the levels of cooperation
between South Africa and China even closer. SAA believes that the gateway for
South Africans to China

Auto Check In for Lufthansa

Wed, 02/15/2012 - 01:10 — Anonymous Auto check-in certainly saves time and
the frustration of standing in a long queue. So it's no wonder that more
airlines are opting to provide this convenient facility for their passengers.
Lufthansa has offered this service successfully in both Italy and Germany and
is now expanding au

Gatwick to tempt more business travellers

Mon, 02/13/2012 - 22:26 — Anonymous Gatwick Airport has announced its
intention to reposition itself as London`s `airport of choice` for the
business traveller. The airport`s CEO, Stewart Wingate, said that Gatwick "is
now free to compete" after being cut loose from BAA`s airport monopoly.  A
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Emirates upgrading Amsterdam to A380 services

Wed, 02/15/2012 - 18:30 — Anonymous Following strong demand on the route,
Boeing aircraft will be replaced by the double decker from August 1
Continues...

PEOPLExpress makes a comeback

Wed, 02/15/2012 - 03:03 — Anonymous The old no-frills airline, which hasn't
operated a flight in 25 years, could be back again this summer Continues...

Looking back: People Express

Thu, 02/16/2012 - 23:12 — Anonymous The possible return of US no frills
airline People Express has stirred much debate on our forum, so we've trawled
the archives to find consumer editor Alex McWhirter's special report on the
then growing carrier from 1985 Continues...

Qantas to drop Singapore-Mumbai and Auckland-LA routes

Thu, 02/16/2012 - 12:02 — Anonymous Capacity changes announced as group's
pre-tax profits drop to $202 million in the half-year to December, attributed
to industrial action and rising fuel costs Continues...

Schiphol"s long wait for the A380 is over

Thu, 02/16/2012 - 23:47 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter examines why it has
taken until now for Amsterdam Schiphol to get its first A380 superjumbo
service Continues...

Gulf carriers hike London prices

Fri, 02/17/2012 - 11:35 — Anonymous Airlines stand accused of cashing in on
the Olympics by raising economy and business fares this summer Continues...

SAS: time for change

Fri, 02/17/2012 - 17:59 — Anonymous It may be Europe"s most punctual
airline but SAS has a period of tough cost cutting ahead if it is to hold off
an aggressive competitor Continues...

Carlton Tower Hotel Dubai completes refurb

Thu, 02/16/2012 - 13:39 — Anonymous Beige tones have been added "to bring
the warmth of the desert" into the rooms, and thick carpets used to replicate
the feeling of sand beneath the feet Continues...

SIA to commemorate B747 retirement

Fri, 02/17/2012 - 22:48 — Anonymous The carrier is set to take its last
passenger B747 jumbos out of service next month, but will operate a
commemorative flight between Singapore and Hong Kong on April 6, tickets for
which are now on sale Continues...

JAL orders 20 B787-9 Dreamliner aircraft

Wed, 02/15/2012 - 16:14 — Anonymous The larger aircraft, which can be
configured with almost 50 additional seats, will be deployed on the carrier's
medium and long haul networks Continues...

Emirates opens San Francisco lounge

Thu, 02/16/2012 - 13:51 — Anonymous The 9,502sq ft facility contains two
60-inch LED TVs, 56 leather armchairs, shower facilities and a business
centre and offers direct access to the boarding bridge Continues...

JetBlue, Japan Airlines start interline agreement

Thu, 02/16/2012 - 20:34 — Anonymous The new agreement connects JetBlue
travelers to JAL's hub at Tokyo's Narita International Airport and several
more destinations Continues...

AA adds fourth daily London-Dallas service

Tue, 02/14/2012 - 23:54 — Anonymous The carrier will introduce a fourth
daily service between London Heathrow and its largest hub at Dallas Fort
Worth airport from June 14 Continues...

BA launches triple Avios promotion

Wed, 02/15/2012 - 17:04 — Anonymous Members of BA's Executive Club can earn
triple Avios on eligible Club World and First flights to selected
destinations until March 31 Continues...

Manchester airport to charge for trolleys

Wed, 02/15/2012 - 19:44 — Anonymous From this April passengers using new
trolleys at Manchester airport will have to pay £1 for the privilege
Continues...

Tune Hotels gears up for London expansion

Wed, 02/15/2012 - 18:36 — Anonymous Budget chain Tune Hotels is set to open
properties in Paddington and King"s Cross this summer, joining existing
hotels in Westminster and Liverpool Street Continues...

Iberia pilots to stage four more days of strikes

Wed, 02/15/2012 - 20:38 — Anonymous Members of the Sepla Spanish pilots'
union have called four more days of strikes over the next two weeks, with
flights between London and Madrid among those affected Continues...

Business travellers shun Olympic Games

Thu, 02/16/2012 - 20:42 — Anonymous Only one in six Business Traveller
readers have bought tickets to this year"s London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic
Games, with nearly three quarters saying they are not planning to do so
Continues...

IRIS technology turned off at Manchester and Birmingham

Thu, 02/16/2012 - 21:12 — Anonymous The eye-scanning technology has been
switched off at Manchester and Birmingham airports, but will continue to be
available at Gatwick and Heathrow at least until after the London 2012
Olympic Games Continues...

Qantas to defer Dreamliner delivery

Fri, 02/17/2012 - 13:25 — Anonymous In addition, the carrier has deployed
the third refurbished B747 featuring A380-style seats Continues...

Air Australia goes into administration

Fri, 02/17/2012 - 16:55 — Anonymous Budget carrier Air Australia has become
the latest airline to ground its fleet, with administrators saying that "it
currently appears that there are no funds available to meet operational
expenses so flights will be suspended immediately" Continues...

MAS to increase IFE offerings

Fri, 02/17/2012 - 17:34 — Anonymous The carrier plans to double the amount
of content available on its inflight entertainment system Continues...

Strike causes disruption at Frankfurt airport

Fri, 02/17/2012 - 19:02 — Anonymous Around 300 flights have been cancelled
at Frankfurt airport today due to a second day of strikes by apron control
tower workers over wage demends Continues...

United relaunches premium cabin offering

Fri, 02/17/2012 - 23:58 — Anonymous The carrier has rebranded its
international premium cabins as United Business First and United Global
First, and has also revamped its in-flight offering including amenity kits
and food and beverage Continues...

Holiday Inn opens New York Midtown property

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 22:19 — Anonymous Intercontinental Hotels Group has
opened its latest property in the Big Apple, a new-build Holiday Inn hotel on
West 31st Street close to Broadway and Madison Square Gardens Continues...

SAA launches first non-stop flight to Beijing

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 12:34 — Anonymous The new service is expected to boost
both tourism and trade in South Africa Continues...

Bmi closes in on sale of Bmibaby

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 20:16 — Anonymous The Lufthansa subsidiary has signed
non-binding terms for the sale of low-cost carrier Bmibaby to a "UK based
company", including an agreement to continue using the brand name "for an
interim period" Continues...

Air Berlin to join Oneworld in March

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 18:35 — Anonymous The alliance has confirmed Air Berlin
will officially join Oneworld on March 20, with subsidiary Niki also joining
as an affiliate member Continues...

ANA says Dreamliner glitches not serious

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 15:41 — Anonymous Two flights between Frankfurt and
Haneda have been cancelled due to problems with one of the Dreamliners but
the airline asserts that future operation will not be affected Continues...

Qatar Airways resumes Tripoli flights

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 11:20 — Anonymous Services on two-class A320s (12 First,
132 economy) will run Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays via Alexandria
Continues...

Emirates launches Dallas services

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 11:28 — Anonymous Return flight will mark the first
direct commercial flight to the Middle East in Dallas Fort Worth's history
Continues...

CAA publishes airline fee comparison table

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 22:29 — Anonymous The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has
created a constantly updated table which compares the various fees charged by
airlines when booking travel Continues...

SAS will serve Shanghai from March 1

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 22:40 — Anonymous The Scandinavian flag-carrier is
expanding its Asian network with a new five times a week service linking
Copenhagen with Shanghai Continues...

Abu Dhabi receives Midfield Terminal Complex go ahead

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 14:57 — Anonymous Following Executive Council approval,
the Midfield Terminal Building, designed to handle up to 30 million
passengers per year, aims to go live in the first half of 2017 Continues...

Win a stay at the refurbished Thistle Euston

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 18:49 — Anonymous This month Business Traveller is giving
away a stay at the newly revamped Thistle Euston, including breakfast and
dinner for two at the hotel's Brasserie 43 restaurant Continues...

Cebu Pacific to launch long-haul services

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 14:08 — Anonymous The low-cost carrier will start flying
longer routes on the A330-300 aircraft in the third quarter of 2013
Continues...

Cathay Pacific reopens Level 7 of The Wing

Tue, 01/31/2012 - 17:27 — Anonymous The renovated lounge at HKIA retains
its most popular features while incorporating new design elements
Continues...

Emirates launches Mercedes fleet for first class at Dubai T3

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 11:46 — Anonymous Premium passengers now have access to
46 E200 cars on arrival or departure - but Volvos will continue to be used
for business class passengers in Dubai Continues...

Starwood revamps SPG loyalty scheme

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 18:07 — Anonymous The group has added new benefits
including 24-hour stays, lifetime Gold and Platinum status and a "personal
ambassador" service for its most loyal members Continues...