November 23, 2016: Although its hard to find many camels inside the Dubai city limits anymore, you can find a store in the Mall of Dubai (worlds largest indoor shopping mall) that features everything camel. 
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World’s Tallest Building Towers Over Dubai
November 21, 2016: BURJ KHALIFA, defines the Dubai skyline to the world. The world’s highest observation deck, at 148 floors (and that’s not even the top), is reached on the world’s longest travel distance elevators. The building includes offices, a very upscale and expensive Armani Hotel, residence living — one residence takes up and entire floor — restaurants and a night club. Below the Burj Khalifa, sits the world’s largest shopping mall with over 1000 stores.
Even Room For Smoking at Frankfurt Airport
November 18, 2016: Yes, a private airport lounge for travelers who can’t give up smoking. And, the folks at Camel seem to have found a way to add some color to their special smoking hideaway!
Why Can’t We Have Proper Airports in the US?
November 17, 2016: It seems the folks in Europe have figured out how to build proper “passenger friendly” airports. Like Frankfurt — with plenty of easy shopping, restaurants, places to enjoy German beer and wide walkways. But thankfully Trump is going to make our airports great again! We haven’t seen a timeline yet, but have to assume it will be within the next four years.
Service Dogs Get Airport Facilities Too!
November 16, 2016: Exclusive TC Tip: Find the “doggy door” at LAX’s terminal six and step outside for a nice break from the crowds. Many airports are now adding “facilities” for the growing number of service dogs that seem to be traveling these days. I guess Fido needs a potty break from time to time when traveling too. Not sure what they do when on the plane?
Moving to Canada?
November 15, 2016: The Canadian Immigration web site has received so much traffic since the US Presidential election last week that it has “crashed” numerous times. Much easier to visit Canada than try and move there!
Passenger Weigh In For Some Hawaiian Flights!
November 14, 2016: Yup — on Hawaiian Air flights, between Hawaii and American Samoa, passengers that look a “little hefty” will be asked to weigh in before boarding. The airline claims it will give them an opportunity to “redistribute” passenger seating weight for more fuel efficiency on the 2600 mile long journey. Could be the beginning of a trend other airlines will follow — and maybe some needed diets too?
Something Different at CDG Paris?
November 11, 2016: Leave it to the French to come up with an interesting way to entertain yourself while waiting to board international flights — video game arcades. Now found in and around most international departure gates, a fairly high tech selection of video game arcades (not hidden but right in the gate areas) — making the already crowded terminals even less passenger space friendly!
Rental Car Fees: Use it or Lose It?
November 9, 2016: Next time you’re renting a car, be sure to check the fine print. While accidents in rentals are rare, they do happen, and you should know what to expect before it does, or you might be in for a surprise. Even if you take them up on their insurance options, and keep your own insurance safe, these policies might not protect their “Loss of Use” clause. According to these renters, when their car is in the shop for repair, unavailable for use, they are taking a loss — and they claim you are responsible! These fees can run into the thousands, even though there is no clear way they can actually measure their loss. And despite years of legal battles, there is still nothing concrete protecting you from these surprise expenses!
Escape the Election in DC?
November 7, 2016: With this election cycle coming to an end tomorrow, you might be looking for a place to find solace and escape the hype. Look no further than Washington DC? That’s right, you can take your mind off of things by staying at historic hotels like the Watergate, dine at your local Congressman’s top rated restaurant, check out one of the new or newly renovated museums, and finish off your day enjoying the riverfront’s nightlife.
