Wow, this snuck up on me. Remember, I said I'd be organizing a happy hour every third Thursday if you want to come join me and talk travel -- or anything else. Well, that third Thursday happens to be tomorrow, on May 16. This is exactly why I said to keep the day open on your calendar. We are alternating every month between Seattle and the … [Read more...]
Frequent Traveler University Recap: Learn, Earn, and Burn
May 3, 2013 By 19 Comments
I recently returned from Frequent Traveler University, or “FTU” as it is popularly known. With over 600 attendees talking about travel and loyalty programs, it was the largest yet, and the uninitiated may be curious about whether they should consider participating in a future meeting. FTU is held twice a year in spring and autumn. The … [Read more...]
Don’t Forget: Happy Hour Next Thursday in Seattle!
April 11, 2013 By 1 Comment
This is the last reminder that I'm hosting an informal happy hour at Sazerac, a bar attached to Hotel Monaco in downtown Seattle. You don't need to sign up, you don't really need to do anything except come drink and talk travel! That's why I gave it the cheesy name "Third Thursday Travel Talk." Next month's talk will be somewhere near … [Read more...]
Reminder: RSVP for Portland Dinner on Sunday Night
April 6, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Laura and I are organizing a dinner at the Bridgeport Brewery in Portland's Pearl District on Sunday night -- April 7. I'm even taking the train down and spending the night just to see you guys! But we'd like your help. Even though you're welcome to just show up if your availability changes at the last minute, it helps us as organizers if we have … [Read more...]
Upcoming Events for Seattle and Portland Readers
March 29, 2013 By Leave a Comment
There's been an amazing response to the new Meetup group I created, Frequent Flyers of the Pacific Northwest. Only 30 people came to Maggiano's a couple weeks ago (only???), but over 125 people have signed up to learn more about the next few events we have planned. Some updates have been made lately, so I want to fill you in on the details: Dinner … [Read more...]
