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G. Rhodes
Apr 4, 20206 min read
The Industry's Stepped Up
As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues its seemingly relentless spread, the travel industry continues its downward spiral. Cruises...
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G. Rhodes
Mar 21, 20204 min read
Rough Seas Ahead for All
The ongoing spread of the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on all aspects of the travel industry. Airlines around the globe are on a...
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G. Rhodes
Feb 29, 20206 min read
Making the Most of MileagePlus
#United Airlines is one of the largest carriers in the world with a fleet size of 777 aircraft, including 191 wide-body jets. Their...
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G. Rhodes
Feb 15, 20204 min read
Rapidly Rewarding
From a scrappy startup in 1971 flying only in the State of Texas, #SouthwestAir has grown to serve the entire Continental US as well as...
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G. Rhodes
Feb 1, 20206 min read
Reach for the Sky (Miles)
In this week’s post, let’s take a look at the frequent flyer program from #Delta Airlines called #DeltaSkyMiles. This global airline has...
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G. Rhodes
Jan 18, 20205 min read
Take Full AAdvantage
The world of frequent flier miles can often be confusing and downright daunting, particularly for those just starting out in building...
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G. Rhodes
Jan 4, 20206 min read
Take Me Along
Everyone has favorite items they like to travel with, depending upon how they wish to spend their time aloft. I’m no different. There are...
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G. Rhodes
Dec 21, 20195 min read
Winter Weather
Today might be the first official day of winter but for weeks now, severe weather has been producing dangerous conditions and affected...
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N. Rhodes
Dec 7, 20195 min read
Travelers without Borders
Traveling in this day and age without a passport is very restrictive as you won't be allowed on an international flight and are therefore...
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G. Rhodes
Nov 23, 20196 min read
Lounge Lizards
Do you believe that airline lounges have a certain mystique about them? Are they enclaves of class and sophistication to you or merely a...
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G. Rhodes
Nov 9, 20195 min read
First Things First
Today, air travel classes are well defined, sometimes featuring both First and Business Class on international or cross-country journeys....
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G. Rhodes
Oct 27, 20194 min read
Coming to an Airport Near You
Anyone who has watched television in recent years is familiar with facial recognition when law enforcement “runs” a person’s image...
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G. Rhodes
Oct 12, 20194 min read
Get REAL
Following the terrorist attacks of 2001, The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States was formed. Also known as...
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G. Rhodes
Sep 28, 20195 min read
Just Behave
Let’s face it, sometimes people get crazy up in the air. Whether it’s the stress of travel, too much alcohol, too many prescription drugs...
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G. Rhodes
Sep 15, 20195 min read
Menagerie in the Air
Service animals have long accompanied disabled passengers on commercial aircraft. They have been trained to perform certain tasks that...
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G. Rhodes
Sep 1, 20195 min read
The 737 MAX and the Big Four
#Airbus, the European Aerospace Company that provides the only real global competition to #Boeing, announced in 2010 that it would...
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G. Rhodes
Aug 17, 20194 min read
Planes, Trains, or Automobiles
We need to be prepared for all sorts of questions and respond to all sorts of situations when we work the Information Desk. But sometimes...
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G. Rhodes
Aug 4, 20195 min read
Under the Cushions
All sorts of interesting things occur while working as a Volunteer Ambassador at the #RDUAirport. If you've been following this blog...
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G. Rhodes
Jul 20, 20193 min read
BFFs
Nearly every week while working the Information Desk I’m asked when the #Finnair flight from Helsinki or the #KLM flight from Amsterdam...
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G. Rhodes
Jul 7, 20194 min read
Chicken in a Suitcase
In an earlier post, I told you about the advantages of Global Entry. Now I’d like to acquaint you with Mobile Passport Control and the...
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