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Second consecutive weekend with no travel. Next week, though, teh Aeroporn-Fest can begin in earnest. Will get to try the latest AF J for the first time (only ever flew in their old recliners)... and then for the A310. :D
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Originally Posted by Anglo Large Clawed Otter
(Post 12295713)
Great to hear! ^ I'm now kicking myself for not trying to make some time to get in on this deal.
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So the hotel I'm in officially earns a :rolleyes: rating. The comp. breakfast was surprisingly good though. :-:
Off to a day of meetings. Wish I was flying home today instead of tomorrow when there's going to be guaranteed :rolleyes: as the Tropical Storm rolls through EWR. At least I'm on a paid (in $ :rolleyes:) F itinerary that involves a 762. They can delay that sucker as long as they want as long as I'm napping on board. :-: |
Originally Posted by colpuck
(Post 12294630)
Imagine this with jet engines. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_377_Stratocruiser
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Good morning box
Originally Posted by CO 1E
(Post 12293572)
Just checked into the Grand Hyatt Taipei after an outstanding flight in MH C. Definitely one of the best cabin service/food experiences I have had and am looking forward to my return flight in a few days. Seats 9AC on the upper deck (exit row) definitely are the best seats in C. Flight was about 40 minutes early and I managed about 7.5 hours of sleep. Pre-arrival breakfast was probably the best pre-arrival meal I have ever had in a C/J cabin: muslei, fresh fruit, pastries/croissants/muffins, then a choice of Nasi Lemak (which I had) or banana crepes for the main course. Also available were strawberry smoothies (which I consumed copiously), six different coffees (the Indonesian coffee was served from a French press), espresso, cappuccino, and six different types of exotic teas. Dinner after departure also was very good.
The MH F service is also great, although there is not a huge difference between C and F besides the seat. They really are a top notch airline. |
Originally Posted by Hartmann
(Post 12295658)
His thoughts on the internet and the death of newspaper, television, etc. as we know it in the next 10 years, is, in my opinion, spot on.
Originally Posted by Hartmann
(Post 12295658)
He's definitely all about branding himself, but I never get the feeling he "cares about me". At the same time, he's all about telling other people to brand themselves.
Originally Posted by Hartmann
(Post 12295658)
The central message in his Big Omaha keynote is something we've all heard time and time again, do what you love and the rest will come. Pour yourself into what you love and you'll make money. The difference this time is that he gave some real advice rather than just repeating that. Rather than completely quitting your job, take a less stressful job and devote your free time to your passion. I dunno, that resonates with me.
Like I said, I really appreciate his contributions to the wine world. They have really helped make wine appealing to a completely new crowd so a big ^ to him for that. If you're ever up this way, we can stop in his wine store - it's a pretty nice operation! |
Originally Posted by sdm1130
(Post 12294671)
I'm trying to cancel one of the MSP-GEG UA fares using the e-ticket refund option on .bomb and I keep getting this message
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Box, I've posted in the Austin DO thread about this but I'll post it here in case anyone is interested...
There is a BBQ joint in Lexington, TX that was voted #1 in the state and after talking to two friends who are paid food critics, they confirm that it is darn tasty. So, I'm thinking of making the drive out that way on that Saturday before going down to meet up with everyone else in Lockhart. The place gets busy and sells out early, so I was hoping to be there by 11am. Anyone interested? |
Originally Posted by xyzzy
(Post 12295805)
Just wait for the inevitable schedule change and call in.
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TGIF Box.
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Originally Posted by bdjohns1
(Post 12295482)
I've specifically stopped going to certain hotels in cities I travel to due to their shower heads. I'm tall (6'3"), but not that tall. The shower head shouldn't be level with my shoulders.
(Morning, Box.) |
Good morning Box from a wet and dank NJ.
Originally Posted by Mackieman
(Post 12293983)
As for me, the interview I had three weeks ago proved fruitless as I was rejected for that position this evening. Back to the drawing board. :rolleyes:
Sorry to hear that Mackieman. Keep on plugging away, there's somethingout there with your name on it, you just have to find it. |
Originally Posted by Hartmann
(Post 12295854)
Box, I've posted in the Austin DO thread about this but I'll post it here in case anyone is interested...
There is a BBQ joint in Lexington, TX that was voted #1 in the state and after talking to two friends who are paid food critics, they confirm that it is darn tasty. So, I'm thinking of making the drive out that way on that Saturday before going down to meet up with everyone else in Lockhart. The place gets busy and sells out early, so I was hoping to be there by 11am. Anyone interested? |
Originally Posted by Anglo Large Clawed Otter
(Post 12295753)
Second consecutive weekend with no travel. Next week, though, teh Aeroporn-Fest can begin in earnest. Will get to try the latest AF J for the first time (only ever flew in their old recliners)... and then for the A310. :D
In other news, PS3 slim is being shipped to me from Amazon. Bought it really for the blu-ray player. Any good PS3 games worthy of Boxizens? (Strategy-type preferred) |
I can feel summer slowly thinking about possibly losing its grip on teh Pit. The past two mornings have been low 70s with reasonable humidity. Walked out of the office yesterday afternoon, and was not assaulted with instant steam-bath sensation. Sure, it was still in the 90s, but it was tolerable. Granted, it will probably linger like this for several more weeks (and maybe even have an occasional spike back to upper-90s), but I think the worst has passed. :D
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