GoCourtyard’s Weekly Round-Up – Dec. 4, 2009

We hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving last week! Here’s this week’s round-up of travel news, tips and info that we found to be the most interesting and helpful. Make sure to check out the article on the best airline websites so you know what website to use when you book your next flight. Enjoy!

F.A.A. Clarifies What Can Be Stowed in Seat Back
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/01/business/01road.html?_r=3&partner=rss&emc=rss
Have you ever wondered how many items you are allowed to stow in your seat-back pocket in an airplane? The Federal Aviation Administration has issued new guidelines to clarify what passengers can and cannot put in the pockets.

The Best Airline Websites
http://www.economist.com/blogs/gulliver/2009/11/the_best_airline_websites
According to Google Trends, 77% of business travelers use the internet to book flights. Check out this article to find out which airline websites are the best and what makes them so good.

Private Jet Hire With Minimum Costs
http://business-air-travel.suite101.com/article.cfm/private_jet_hire_with_minimum_costs
We all know that traveling in a private jet is expensive which is why most of us probably never fly this way. However, due to increased competition, the price of private jet flights has gone down and it may actually make more sense to fly this way. Check out this article to learn more.

The Ultimate Guide To Selling Airline Miles
http://www.businesstravellogue.com/travel-tips/the-ultimate-guide-to-selling-airline-miles.html
Sometimes selling airline miles can be quite a challenge process due to different airline policies. Take a look at this article and learn about how to make this process easier.

Please Pack Less Say Baggage Handlers
http://www.businesstraveller.com/news/a-please-pack-lessa-say-aiport-baggage-handlers
Baggage handlers often get injured lifting heavy luggage. “Stop Injuries! Pack less campaign” is attempting to raise public awareness about this and a weigh limit of 15kg may eventually be placed on all checked baggage..

How To Shield Yourself From Business Travel Nightmares
http://www.inc.com/resources/travel/articles/20060401/wild.html
Check out this article for some great tips on what to do on your next business trip to avoid travel nightmares.

Top 7 Tips to Avoid Holiday Stress
http://businesstraveltips.suite101.com/article.cfm/top_7_tips_to_avoid_holiday_travel_stress
The holiday season is here and traveling during this time of the year can often be stressful. Check out this article for some tips on how to relieve holiday travel stress.

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