THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS Thursday, April 26, 2007

The Future Of First-Class
Apr 26, 2007 -First-class fliers already enjoy super-wide seats that turn into beds, multi-course meals designed by celebrity chefs and plush airport lounges where they can get massages and manicures.

Summer air travel may get bumpy
Apr 25, 2007- If thunderstorms hit this summer, airline travel could be a string of hassles and delays. Many airlines are leaner and operating fuller flights, while some carriers' pilots and other employees are butting heads with management over executive compensation and labor contracts.

Things to Avoid During Business Travel
Apr 23, 2007 - Business travelers cover a lot of ground and spend a lot of energy doing so. They often exhaust themselves while on the road, and as such, may not always make the best judgment calls.

Why use a travel agent?
Apr 25, 2007 - Planning a trip today can be confusing and time consuming. A travel agent not only arranges the various modes of transportation, but also may be able to save you money with early booking discounts, special fares, accommodation details and travel advisories. Don't take our word for it.

Finding a Good Travel Agent
IT PAYS to use a travel agent only if you know a good one. A good travel agent will know when a small change in your schedule can save you a lot of money. If you buy direct from the airline, you may not find out such information, since they will only quote you the rates for the times you ask.

Travelers warned about traffic safety overseas
Apr 26, 2007 - Driving down a sharp descent in the Tibetan mountains, Mian Chin knew she was in trouble when the brakes failed on her tour bus and she heard the driver declare in Mandarin Chinese, "We are going to die."

The Travel Incentive Advantage - Travel Is Considered To Be The Most Effective Reward
Apr 25, 2007 - Vacation and Travel Incentives are one of the most powerful methods of attracting business, retaining profitable clientele, increasing profits, enhancing product awareness and improving employee productivity.

Airline ratings helpful, but for best flight experience, go with what surveys say
Apr 26, 2007 - By the time you read this, you will have undoubtedly seen reports about the latest Airline Quality Rating scores for 2006. They usually get a fair amount of publicity, and, after this past winter's major hassles, they'll get even more attention than usual.

Bankruptcy Court Clears Delta For Chapter 11 Exit
Apr 25, 2007 - The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York today confirmed Delta Air Lines' plan of reorganization, enabling the carrier to end 19 months of Chapter 11 protection on April 30.

US Airways to beef up airport check-in services
Apr 26, 2007 - US Airways plans to put 1,000 workers in airports this summer to help passengers get on flights.

Northwest Airlines acquires Mesaba Airlines
Apr 25, 2007 - Northwest Airlines Corp. acquired regional carrier Mesaba Airlines, which emerged from bankruptcy protection on Tuesday.

Northwest Airlines adds gift registry
Apr 25, 2007 - The carrier has added a gift registry to its web site. Frequent-flyers who open a registry account can describe their travel plans, and family and friends can contribute $25 or more by credit card.

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There are a million reasons to use Travel-On. These are just a few of those reasons.

BUSINESS TRAVEL TIPS
How to avoid getting bumped
Adventures in Low-Cost Travel
Why use a travel agent?
Booking Business Travel via the Internet
TRAVEL WARNINGS/PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
Uzbekistan 04/25/2007
Congo, Democratic Republic of the 04/24/2007
Central Asia 04/24/2007
Mexico 04/19/2007
LEISURE TRAVEL TIPS
Summer Travelers Book Far in Advance, Travel Far and Away in 2007
10 tips for a fun family vacation
VACATION SPECIALS
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