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for 12/08/2009

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• Jet encounters engine trouble, lands saf... Jet encounters engine trouble, lands safely
12/07/2009
A Continental Airlines plane en route from New Jersey to Oregon made an unscheduled stop in Montana after encountering engine trouble. New Jersey - Continental Airlines - United States - Society and Culture - History (17 m ago)

• FBI investigating missing cruise ship ch... FBI investigating missing cruise ship chef
12/07/2009
The FBI joined an international investigation Monday into the disappearance of an Italian chef who may have gone overboard during a Caribbean cruise. United States - Federal Bureau of Investigation - Cruise ship - Travel - Cruises (1 h ago)

• Woman sues Northwest over knee injury Woman sues Northwest over knee injury
12/07/2009
Kathy Kuhn, a woman from suburban Detroit, is suing Northwest Airlines, saying she injured her knee while trying to get settled in a middle seat. Northwest Airlines - United States - Detroit - Organizations - Services (5 h ago)

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• Northwest pilots blame air traffic contr... Northwest pilots blame air traffic controllers
12/07/2009
The Northwest Airlines pilots who overshot Minneapolis have blamed air traffic controllers in part for the incident, saying controllers violated procedures. Northwest Airlines - Air traffic controller - Technology - Aerospace - Air traffic control (6 h ago)

• Generate miles while shopping for the ho... Generate miles while shopping for the holidays
12/07/2009
People forgo millions of frequent-flier miles each year because they forget to buy from their favorite online merchants via links at the airlines’ shopping mall Web sites. Frequent-flyer program - Travel - Transportation - Recreation - Air (5 h ago)

• The unofficial guide to traveling in 201... The unofficial guide to traveling in 2010
12/07/2009
There’s good news for travelers in 2010. Several new laws and policies are scheduled to take effect next year that might upgrade the quality of your trip. Recreation - Travel - Travelogues - United States - Good News (9 h ago)

• 10 travel essentials you can find in the... 10 travel essentials you can find in the trash
12/07/2009
Finding something to do with your garbage other than tossing it in the bin is an excellent way to go green. Here’s some tips on how to outsmart the travel supply companies and save. Travel - Recreation - Publications - Travel and Tourism - Magazines and E-zines (9 h ago)

• Luxor "New Year's Party" Package Luxor "New Year's Party" Package
12/08/2009
Luxor "New Year's Party" *New Year’s Party Package includes entry in to our New Year’s Eve Celebration, featuring: Open Bar, Gourmet Action Stations, and LIVE Music from Sound Connections - Minimum 2 Night Requirement & Guest Must Stay the Night of December 31, 2009 (*See site for additional details and restrictions). Also, Book today and receive special offers with over $500 in savings when you arrive at Luxor! Dec 27, 2009 - Jan 3, 2010. (Exp 12/30/09) (1 h ago)

• New York New York "PLAYCATION" Rates fro... New York New York "PLAYCATION" Rates from $60/nt
12/08/2009
New York New York "PLAYCATION" Rates from $60/nt (2nt Min). *This online package includes: Park Avenue Strip View Upgrade, 2 Complimentary Welcome Cocktails, $25 Retail Credit, 2-for-1 Il Fornaio Breakfast, 2-for-1 Spa Admission, 2-for-1 Roller Coaster, Complimentary ROK Admission, $10 FREEPLAY®, Discount offers from Town Square, 2 $10 Game Card Vouchers to ESPNZone, and Royal Links Golf Club Offers. Nov 22, 2009 - Feb 28, 2010. (Exp 2/28/10) (1 h ago)

• La Romana, D.R., air/4 nights, from $785 La Romana, D.R., air/4 nights, from $785
12/07/2009
Escape to an all-inclusive beachfront resort in the Dominican Republic. Get round-trip airfare, four nights at the Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus, meals, daytime activities, more. Dominican Republic - La Romana - Caribbean - San Francisco Giants - Angel Villalona (9 h ago)

• West Hollywood shopping package, $295/ni... West Hollywood shopping package, $295/night
12/07/2009
The Mondrian Hotel in West Hollywood has the perfect solution to finally put an end to your holiday shopping nightmares. So go ahead, shop ‘til you drop! West Hollywood California - Mondrian Hotel - West Hollywood - Travel and Tourism - Lodging (9 h ago)

• Seen that? - What Does it Means to be a ... Seen that? - What Does it Means to be a Latina?
12/07/2009
What Does it Means to be a Latina? at Latina Viva I'm proud of being Latina. Latinas are warm, passionate, seductive; we are loving, caring, protective women. Latinas are mothers, always; either of their own children, or of their friends and loved ones. ... (21 h ago)

• Seen that? - Temple Night Market, Hong K... Seen that? - Temple Night Market, Hong Kong
12/07/2009
Temple Night Market, Hong Kong at Hidden Travel Gems My in-flight crew gave me the full low down on Hong Kong. They fly to HK three times a month and are walking, talking guidebooks. Since we were landing at 3pm, they suggested that ... (21 h ago)

• Seen that? - Travel Toy for the Filthy R... Seen that? - Travel Toy for the Filthy Rich
12/07/2009
Travel Toy for the Filthy Rich at Wandalust Normally I wouldn't be caught dead at SciFi.com but yesterday they had a mouth-watering list of the Top 10 Gadgets for the Filthy Rich in their tech blog. Among the items listed are at $24,000 ... (21 h ago)

• Coast Guard to create ‘no-go zone’ for O... Coast Guard to create ‘no-go zone’ for Oasis
12/07/2009
The U.S. Coast Guard says it will set up a special safety zone around St. Thomas harbor for a port call by the world's biggest cruise ship. United States Coast Guard - Coast Guard - Cruise ship - United States - Military (8 h ago)

• Celebrities’ secret winter vacation spot... Celebrities’ secret winter vacation spots
12/07/2009
Here’s where to find Brad and Angelina, Jay-Z and Beyoncé, Jerry Seinfeld, Fergie, and other A-list celebrities in the wintertime. Jerry Seinfeld - Arts - Seinfeld - People - Television (21 h ago)

• Seen that? - Luxury SPA Holiday Seen that? - Luxury SPA Holiday
12/07/2009
Luxury SPA Holiday at The Flyaway Weblog A lot of women laughed when they saw the movie Bridget Jones' Diary. A lot of them, though, saw themselves in the character of Bridget Jones. This summer, you might find yourself without Bridget's 3 ... (21 h ago)