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Airport
Frequent Parking Program- Memphis Exclusive
A&I
Travel is excited to offer a new frequent parking
program to you through our long term partnership with
Airport Fast Park.
This convenient resource will provide you with many
benefits including:
A&I’s discounted rate of $7.50 per day (includes taxes
and fees)
A guaranteed parking space
Free parking days earned after only 7 rental days.
Click Here for more information and how to enroll in
this great program.
Stuck at
the Airport?
By Elizabeth Yuan
Source: CNN
Life as a business traveler doesn't have to wind up like
the movies "Terminal" or "Jet Lag" where the main
characters find themselves idling away at the airport.
CNN.com surveyed the world's 10 busiest airports,
according to Airports Council International, to find out
how travelers can keep themselves occupied when faced
with a lengthy layover or flight delay.
The airports are listed by rank in terms of passenger
traffic last year.
Click Here to continue.
Elite Security Lines Bug Some But Not Others
By Dan Reed
Source: USA TODAY
GRAPEVINE, Texas — Travelers love them or hate them, but
few are without an opinion about the special lines most
airlines maintain to whisk their best customers through
security checkpoints.
"It's ludicrous," a visibly irritated Charles Gresham
said as he and his family prepared to enter the regular
security line at Dallas/Fort Worth airport's new
international terminal.
The Greshams' line wasn't particularly long. But
watching elite members of American Airlines' AAdvantage
program move briskly through their own line to
effectively jump ahead was a bitter pill to swallow.
Click Here to continue.
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Airline
News |
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Northwest
Strike Update
You
may have noticed that we have not sent a Breaking News
story on the NW Flight Attendant Strike in the past
week. The reason – there is nothing new. All parties are
waiting on the judge's ruling on whether the attendants
can legally strike. As soon as further information
becomes available we will let you know.
Northwest
to Expand Global Network via Codesharing with Air France
Source: NWA
Enhanced partnership will provide customers with
seamless travel to destinations throughout Europe,
Africa, Middle East and North America
Northwest
Airlines today announced it will begin codeshare
implementation with Air France that will benefit
customers traveling through Northwest's WorldGateway at
Detroit hub and Air France’s Paris hub at Charles de
Gaulle Airport.
Click Here to continue.
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Hotel
News
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Ritz Carlton Rolls Out Luggageless Travel
Source: Breaking Travel News
For guests of many Ritz-Carlton Hotels
traveling by air to destinations around the
world, the choice will no longer be whether
to risk stashing liquids and gels into
checked luggage, or dashing to the pharmacy
at their destination to pick up all the
personal care items currently banned under
the new Transportation Security
Administration (TSA) rules.
"Luggageless Travel," a service first
introduced after 9/11, is being brought back
as a program available for guests who stay
at the same Ritz-Carlton at least four times
a month.
To take advantage of "Luggageless Travel,"
frequent road warriors may leave their
suitcase at their hotel, upon check out.
Items needing dry cleaning or laundry will
be taken care of by the hotel staff, then
stored until the guest returns for their
next visit. Any personal care items needed
will be provided by the hotel, in accordance
with guest requests.
"When our frequent guests return for their
next stay, everything will be hung in the
closet, stored in the bathroom, and they
will have no concerns about how to pack or
what to pack," said Paul Westbrook, senior
vice president, brand and product
development for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Company. The cost to guests for "Luggageless
Travel" will be the usual laundry/valet
charges which apply and any special request
personal care items will be replenished,
with the cost charged to the guest upon
check-out.
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Car
Rental News |
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Hertz Voted Best
Car-Rental Agency
In
Travel & Leisure's 11th annual poll called The Worlds Best
2006, readers named Hertz as the very best in the car rental
agency category. For a complete list of winners in all
categories
click here.
AVIS Offers Free
Toiletries
Effective immediately, at select
airport locations, Avis is taking the opportunity to help
travelers in need of toiletries resulting from the new airline
ban on packing liquid products in carry-on luggage.
In partnership with Proctor and Gamble, Avis will be giving away
full-size Crest® products including: toothpaste, pro-rinse and
Glide® floss to our Preferred Service Members.
Click Here for a list of participating locations.
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Exceptional Customer
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C.C. Chambers
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Vicki,
Thanks very much for e-mailing me back, and please tell C.C thanks
for looking into this for me.
Also, please let me send my comments to you directly about C.C,
since I am talking to the CEO. I have never met in my 12
years of traveling a more professional person to work with. No
matter what phone number I call from anywhere in the world, C.C
always remembers my voice and always gives me her best. Now, I am
sure that she is the same way with every one of her customers, but
it sure does make me feel special. She always goes above and beyond.
We have become very close friends over the years and we have never
met. To be honest with you when I call A&I and I cannot get C.C on
the phone, I will always wait for her line to come available. She
knows me and is always looking out for me.
Thanks so much to all of the A&I folks
and I appreciate you fixing my current situation.
Tim Woodard
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Did you know |
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TSA Permitted and Prohibited Items List
Stay current on items that are
on the TSA permitted and prohibited items list by visiting
http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm.
Bookmark this web page in your favorite browser for easy reference.
Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative- Easy Reference Guide for
Travelers
The Departments of Homeland Security and State recently announced
the proposed requirement for air and sea travel for the Western
Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI). In addition, and in response to
feedback from the travel and tourism industry, a WHTI Basics
information document has been created as a helpful tool in
explaining the proposed rule.
ASTA will file comments with both departments on the proposed
regulations. Comments are due Sept. 25, 2006. The Western Hemisphere
Travel Initiative Basics is available online.
Click here to access the guide.
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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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Travel & Leisure |
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Autumn Brilliance Awaits on a
New England & Canada Voyage!
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Sail along a coastline glowing with gilded canopies of fall
foliage! With convenient round-trip departures from New
York, explore the history of the Northern Colonies and the
varied culture of Canada.
Experience the Scottish charm of Halifax and opt for tea and
scones at the famous Citadel. Revisit the American
Revolution as you tour the famous landmarks along Boston’s
Freedom Trail. Or ride in a horse-drawn carriage across the
elegant French cobblestone streets of Québec City.
Plus enjoy delectable cuisine on voyage 6227 during our
Crystal Wine & Food Festival featuring Guest Chef Christian
Thornton and Wine Expert Chuck Wagner.
Journey with the World’s Best where the service, space,
quality and choices make the difference Crystal clear.
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Applicable
Voyages |
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Date / Cruise # |
Destinations |
Fares |
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September 14 / V6223 |
Round-trip
New York |
Deluxe Staterooms from $2,140
Verandah Staterooms from $2,830 |
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September 21 / V6224 |
Round-trip
New York |
Deluxe Staterooms from $2,140
Verandah Staterooms from $2,830 |
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October 20 / V6227 |
Round-trip
New York |
Deluxe Staterooms from $3,415
Verandah Staterooms from $4,450 |
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Terms & Conditions:
Fares are per person in U.S. dollars,
double occupancy and do not include port, security and
handling charges of $235-$370. Airfare is not included and
no air credit is available. A fuel surcharge of $4.00 per
person per day, will be added to the cruise fare. Air
add-ons are available from Crystal Cruises' designated
gateway cities in the U.S. and Canada. Single Traveler
Fares: 125% for category C; 135% for categories B and A;
150% for category AA; 175% for category PH; 200% for
categories PS and CP. Single Fares are capacity-controlled,
and may withdrawn at any time. Single Crystal Society
savings are available. Crystal Society and Onboard Booking
savings apply. Crystal Society savings are per person based
on double occupancy. Certain restrictions regarding
combinability of Crystal Society savings and Marketing
Partner discounts may apply. |
Call an A & I Travel leisure specialist to make your reservations.
Ask for Joan, Joye, or Rhonda
901-291-1400 or 1-800-467-1182
vacation@aitvl.com
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LINKS TO PAST ISSUES
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