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Airlines offer more elite status,
fewer elite perks
At the heart of many
companies' marketing efforts is the 80/20 rule, also known as
Pareto's Law, for the Italian economist who first formulated the
principle. In the world of commerce, the 80/20 rule suggests that 80
percent of a company's revenue is generated by 20% of its customers.
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High Turnover at TSA
Raises Concern for Air Safety
David M. Stone, head
of the Transportation Security Administration, announced yesterday
that he will leave his post in June, sparking concern among aviation
officials and lawmakers about the future of an agency now bracing
for its fourth leadership change in three years. A TSA spokesman
said in a written statement that Stone told Homeland Security
Secretary Michael Chertoff "of his intention to step down from TSA
and has agreed to the Department's request to remain until June to
assist with the transition of a successor."
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World's Biggest Airliner
Completes Maiden Flight
The world's biggest
airliner, the European Airbus A380, flew for the first time on
Wednesday in a new challenge to U.S. rival Boeing Co. in the battle
for the global aviation market. The double-decker A380, designed to
carry 555 passengers but with room for more than 800, touched down
smoothly almost four hours after soaring into sunny skies on its
maiden flight above Airbus headquarters near Toulouse in southern
France. Click Here
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Airlines must report deaths of pets
U.S. airlines will be required to report to the government how many
pets are killed on flights each month starting in June, more than
eight years after a dog escaped his cage and eluded police at New
York's LaGuardia Airport. Consumers will be able to check how many
pets were killed, lost or injured in the same government report that
discloses late flights, diverted bags and traveler complaints, the
U.S. Transportation Department said Monday in the Federal Register
in Washington. The new rule grew from complaints by a customer whose
dog, Boris, escaped from an airport kennel.
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Exceptional Customer Service |
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People are Talking About A & I
Travel
(Letter to Karen young of A & I Travel
from Michael Alpert of Buckman Laboratories)
Dear Karen:
Thank you for the superb job coordination of the Papermaking
Technologies National Sales Meeting and Celebration. The affair
would not have gone off so well if it was not for the effort of
yourself and the Impressions staff. The true measurement of success
is customer feedback. I assure you that all of our customers, the PT
associates, have done nothing but rave about the wonderful and
professional event!
Please pass along my appreciation to
Francie, Laura and the entire Impressions staff.
Many thanks,
Michael Alpert
Director-Marketing & Administration
Buckman Laboratories, INC. |
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Airline News |
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Northwest,
Continental, Delta match
American Airlines increase
A fare increase launched
by American Airlines appeared to stick, as Northwest
Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Continental Airlines
said they, too, would raise fares in most U.S.
cities. American blamed fuel prices when it
announced fare increases of $5 one-way and $10
round-trip on most domestic and U.S.-Canada flights
on Thursday. It was the latest among several fare
hikes by U.S. airlines in
recent months. Some stuck when
competitors matched them; others were abandoned.
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Northwest and China Southern Forge Strategic Partnership
Northwest
Airlines and China Southern Airlines announced a new
partnership that will provide their customers with new
travel options and benefits. Beginning April 15, 2005,
members of Northwest's WorldPerks frequent flyer program
will be able to earn and redeem miles on flights
operated by China Southern.
Northwest
and China Southern also announced a reciprocal airport
lounge program. Members of Northwest's WorldClubs
program and customers flying in World Business Class
will enjoy access to any one of China Southern's eight
airport lounges located throughout China.
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Southwest
puts an end to frequent flier bonus
Southwest
Airlines has quietly ended one of the
industry's most generous and longest-running
frequent flier freebies - bonus credits for
online bookings.
The
Dallas-based discounter grants credits, not
miles, for each flight. Southwest started
giving bonus credits about eight years ago
to introduce travelers to Internet booking
at Southwest.com. Other airlines have
offered online incentives, but none were as
generous or long-lived.
Source: Arizona Republic
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Hotel News
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News From AmeriSuites
Hyatt announces the acquisition of AmeriSuites,
bringing Hyatt's reputation for high
quality customer experiences and accommodations,
innovation and leading edge technology to the
AmeriSuites brand.
Upcoming Changes:
- Complete
property renovations to be completed by January
2007. Rooms will include marble tubs, pillow top
mattresses, Thomasville furniture and luxury
amenities.
- Kiosk check-in
Once the renovations
are complete, Hyatt plans to open 500 more over the
next five year including international locations.
The Amerisuites name will be changed to Hyatt Select
upon completion of renovations.
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Car Rental
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Attention frequent Seattle
Business travelers
Effective April 29,
2005, Nationals Emerald Aisle/Executive Selections is moving to
Level 2 of the parking garage structure at the SeaTac airport.
Directions: From Baggage claim, proceed to the escalator to the sky
bridge. Proceed to elevator bank "D" (color coded as yellow) and go
to Level 2 (the Return Level).
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Travel Tip |
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NEW PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS
REMINDER
New Requirements for Travelers Between
the United States and the Western
Hemisphere
Travelers to and from the Caribbean,
Bermuda, Panama, Mexico and Canada will
be required to have a passport or other
secure, accepted document to enter or
re-enter the United States. This is a
change from prior travel requirements
and will affect all United States
citizens entering the United States from
countries within the Western Hemisphere
who do not currently possess valid
passports. This new requirement will
also affect certain foreign nationals
who currently are not required to
present a passport to travel to the
United States. Most Canadian citizens,
citizens of the British Overseas
Territory of Bermuda, and to a lesser
degree, Mexican citizens will be
affected by the implementation of this
requirement. Click
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Meeting &
Incentive Management |
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You only get one shot at making a good
impression!
Meetings & Incentives are time-consuming
and require endless attention to detail- from site selection to
contract negotiations to logistics. One small oversight can sabotage
the success of your event.
From Conception to Realization, our
professionals will ensure your event makes a lasting positive
impression.
For your complimentary consultation
please contact:
Karen Young, CTC
Meetings and Incentives Manager
Impressions Corporate Meetings & Incentives (a division of A & I
Travel)
901-291-1440 or 800-467-1182
karen@aitvl.com |
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Call your A & I Travel leisure
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@
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vacation@aitvl.com
A & I Travel Service, Inc.
5124 Poplar Avenue
Suite 101
Memphis, TN 38117
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