Business Travel

 
Joe Brancatelli
Despite all the gloomy travel predictions, this season might not be as bad as last year's. Here's why. Read more
Just one more thing to worry about next time you're sitting on an airplane. (Wired)
Security
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff showed off the new generation of airport security checkpoints. See All Video & Multimedia
Alitalia
Loss-making airline Alitalia is still flying after receiving an emergency 300 million euro emergency bridge loan. (Reuters)
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Cell Phone Use in Europe
Passengers can use their cell phone in the skies over Europe as early as this summer under new EU rules. See All Video & Multimedia
Airline Quality
Here's a big surprise: Flying the friendly skies isn't much fun anymore. Amid safety problems, the airline industry posted declines in an annual survey of carrier quality. (AP)
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Delta
Delta Airlines is joining American Airlines, inspecting planes for possible wiring problems. The checks have led to hundreds of delays, and could pose more problems for travellers. See All Video & Multimedia
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"I see where United briefing grounded 7 planes for another inspection and the FAA response was to check the paperwork. Really, we need our inspectors inspecting airplanes. I don't know anyone who flies from coast to coast on paper."
Seat 2B
Private Jets
Professional athletes fly from game to game in private jets, using a private-jet access card. Not a bad idea for frequent fliers. Read More
Talula's Table
The country's hardest-to-get reservation isn't in New York or Los Angeles. Call Talula's Table, in Pennsylvania horse country, to dine in 2009. Read More
Kevin Maney
It looks like American Airlines and Virgin America are close to launching their in-flight broadband internet services. Read more
Santiago
Think it's your average South American city? Think again. Read More

Economy of Scale

Eric Grosse of Hotwire
Running Hotwire requires Eric Grosse to travel extensively. Tips from a top exec who chooses to sit in coach. Read more

Table for One: Seoul

Business travelers in South Korea no longer have to resort to indecipherable menus. Read more

The I.T. Road Show

How C.I.O. Tom Conophy, who has clocked millions of miles, takes it around the world. Read more

The Safe (but Scary) Skies

Statistics tell us it's exceptionally safe to fly. Our guts say otherwise. Read more

Table for One: Hong Kong

Hong Kong
From towers to basements, this Asian financial center has a wealth of food choices. Read more

London's New Arrival

British Airways' Terminal 5 opens this month with a radical design. Read more

Table for One: Paris

Where to get the crème de la crème brûlée when eating alone in the City of Light. Read more

Project Runway

As art buffs descend on Maastricht, private jets test the limits of the city's airport. Read more

Ship, Don't Schlep

Seat 2B: Shipping Luggage
Alternatives to the airlines’ mishandling your luggage—and charging for it. Read more
Airline Merger

Interactive Features  Changes in the Air

A Delta and Northwest merger would create the nation's biggest passenger airline. View Interactive Feature

Los Angeles

There's more to the City of Angels than Hollywood and its siren call of fame and fortune. Read more

Table for One: San Francisco

Bacar restaurant in San Francisco
It’s easy to get excellent eats in this West Coast city, even if you’re rolling alone. Read more

If You Have to Go to…Detroit

The auto show will soon be rolling into town. Time for a road map to Motown’s best spots. Read more

Table for One: Berlin

Eat like ein experte and get more pleasure from your Berlin business. Read more

Shanghai

This boomtown of 18 million on China’s eastern seaboard has become a business hotspot. Read more
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Where to eat, sleep, play, and close a deal in some of the world's top business destinations.
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