Daily Travel Intel: New Jersey Moves to Ban Full Body Scans, Business Travel Is Back, JetBlue Pairs Up With Emirates, Child Free Flights?

Lawmakers in New Jersey Attempt to Ban Full Body Scanners {AOL Travel}

“A group of lawmakers in New Jersey is moving to end the use of full body scanners currently at use in Newark Liberty International Airport…The group represented both political parties as well as both houses of the legislature.”

Business Air Travel Rebounded In September {Reuters}

“Business air travel rebounded further in September, rising 12.1 percent from a year earlier, but remained below pre-recession levels, the International Air Transport Association said.”

Middle East A Go-Go: JetBlue and Emirates Buddy Up for Seamless Travel {Jaunted}

“…starting today, flyers will be able to purchase seamless flight itineraries that begin on JetBlue or Emirates and end on the other, making trips like the above (“Raleigh to Riyadh”) possible, complete with one-stop check-in and baggage transfer between the airlines.”

Passengers Push for Child-Free Flights {NY Times}

“Now, travelers without children are doing some fussing of their own. Some are calling for airlines to implement child-free flights, or designate “family-only” sections on planes, in the wake of some high-profile tantrums.”

Stash Hotel Rewards Loyalty Program Reaches 100 Independent Properties {Gadling}

“Tired of the same old loyalty chains? After just six months in business, Stash Hotel Rewards, the loyalty program that draws together independent and boutique properties has reached 100 total properties in 74 cities.”

Photo Essay: What Can $250K Buy in Real Estate Around the World? {Matador Life}

“With the economy supposedly getting better and house prices starting to level out, what will $250K get you these days?”






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