Originally Posted by Anglo Large Clawed Otter (Post 12276488)

Once the :-: transition is complete, I suspect that much of my TATL Y business will be going to AC. They offer late afternoon flights from IAH that connect to the late-bank of European flights, and their Y product is excellent. I don't know if pricing will change after the transition, but AC has had very competitive pricing on both TATL and TPAC ex-IAH for the past several winters.

Originally Posted by Olton Hall (Post 12276498)

Don't you still have to deal with CA :rolleyes: for transiting?

Originally Posted by Steph3n (Post 12275556)

resturant I at at yesterday no showed me.....ummm how did I eat there if I no showed?

Originally Posted by icurhere2 (Post 12271766)

That's the feature within Google Maps I was referring to - fortunately, they do obscure the images on (most) yard and business signs.

Originally Posted by colpuck (Post 12272195)

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I have to do defensive driving for that damn CRP do. Why can't I drive to a do and not have any trouble?

Originally Posted by colpuck (Post 12272209)

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Stupid speeding ticket in Ft bend county.

Originally Posted by ssullivan (Post 12273290)

Starwood may have more suites to offer as upgrades to its top tier members than some of the other programs, but the others have their merits too (easier access to complimentary breakfasts, free Internet, more hotels with lounges, etc.). Having top tier in Hilton, Marriott, and SPG I see both the good and bad in all three, and honestly, it's hard for me to say one is the clear winner over the others. They all seem to have their mix of outstanding, average, and awful hotels; and they all have their benefits as well as their areas they fall behind on. If you want to go after upgrades to larger suites, and plan on staying in a lot of properties that offer them, by all means, go for SPG Platinum. Keep in mind that coming from a program like Hilton or Marriott, you'll see fewer lounges overall at full service properties, and fewer comped breakfasts, things that Marriott and Hilton both heavily promote to their top tier members. A lot of it really comes down to where you're going to be traveling, and what you value most out of a loyalty program.

Originally Posted by Hartmann (Post 12273326)

I see the value of the Hilton status (and have Gold due to the PP card) but I've only stayed at their properties when absolutely necessary.

I'll continue to keep status with Marriott because they are usually a great alternative to SPG when prices are :rolleyes:

However, after some recent stays at various Courtyards, I'm disappointed in the brand. I used to have great experiences in Denver with them but that seems to be a thing of the past.

Originally Posted by Brituchenite (Post 12273502)

Admiralty? Is that something to do with the Navy? Lord Nelson? People you admire?

Originally Posted by Mackieman (Post 12273846)

Nice job on the test, Mike.

Originally Posted by Plus1 (Post 12276735)

Way to go.

Oh, I'm about 1/2 way through Charlie Wilson's War. It'll be done by the time we're back from EDI.

Originally Posted by CO 1E (Post 12275378)

CLE actually has as many sunless days per year as SEA.

Originally Posted by sbm12 (Post 12274904)

...I'll do my best to make up some of the lost value in booze.

Originally Posted by Anglo Large Clawed Otter (Post 12275343)

It absolutely astounds me (just by looking at the aircraft) that anything designed by the Soviets can actually fly. :-:

Originally Posted by Plus1 (Post 12276806)

Comrade ALCO, Dmitri over there needs to speak to you about slandering the glorious Motherland and our superior engineering skills.

Originally Posted by Plus1 (Post 12276735)

Way to go.

Oh, I'm about 1/2 way through Charlie Wilson's War. It'll be done by the time we're back from EDI.