From New York Times: Google tools offer technology that can be utilized by the traveling globetrotter -- Google Glass, Google Voice Search, Google Now, Auto Awesome, and Gmail Offline. Read More |
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From Hotel-Online: Beirut hotels have recorded a dismal occupancy rate of just 29.6 percent since the start of this year, and hopes for a better performance in the coming few months are non-existent because of the unstable security and political situation. Read More |
| From New York Times Blog: Acting Surgeon General, Dr. Boris D. Lushniak, applauds a half-century of progress during which smoking rates have fallen by more than half. Still, he laments that “smoking remains the leading preventable cause of premature disease and death in the United States.” Read More |
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The recent conviction-upon Italian government appeal-of Amanda Knox in the murder of her roommate raises questions of extradition laws and double jeopardy. Answers to these and similar questions begin with an understanding of Mutual Legal Assistance Treaties and the basics of joint US / foreign cooperation in criminal justice matters. Read More
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A Luxury Travel Blog offers seven top tips on how not to irritate your fellow passengers when flying. A little thought for your fellow travellers can go a long way. Read More |
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Chris E. McGoey of McGoey Security Consulting writes that when there is a choice, frequent travelers will seek out a hotel property that has superior security amenities. Savvy travelers will select a property that satisfies their criteria and balance of location, price, business facilities, and food service. However, after visiting the property, it's the security features that might determine the continued loyalty of a guest. Read More
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From the LA Times: Under a new City Council ordinance, motels and hotels could incur fines if they generate above an average 0.4 calls per room per month for recurring "nuisance activities" defined as including persistent noise, gang-related crime, illegal use of a firearm, disturbing the peace, illegal use or sale of fireworks, drug possession or sale, underage drinking, loud parties, and violent felonies. Read More
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