Winston-Salem Business Magazine - October 2007 - (Page 32) Corporate travel file This site offers strangely spellbinding details about every nook and cranny of seats on a wide array of carriers so you’ll know to eschew row 16 (doesn’t recline and close to lavatories) for row 12 (full recline and extra legroom). It even lists which plane models have electrical outlets, TVs, and earphone jacks. Traveler program, via five separate companies. Those who don’t have time to dither in long lines can hand over about $100 and a slice of their privacy. You still have to dehydrate your carryon and remove your shoes, just in a shorter line. The first of these, called Clear (www.flyclear.com), has launched express security lanes at five airports in New York, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Orlando, and San Jose. Give Clear four fingerprints and an iris scan, and it claims to cut average wait times down to a few minutes. Another company, Fast Lane Option, or FLO (www.fastlaneoption.com), promises to create its own express lines later this year. Searching for a good seat Window or aisle? If only it were that simple. Here are some websites that can help. SeatGuru.com This site offers strangely spellbinding details about every nook and cranny of seats on a wide array of carriers so you’ll know to skip row 16 (doesn’t recline and close to lavatories) for row 12 (full recline and extra legroom). It even lists which plane models have electrical outlets, TVs, and earphone jacks. www.BoardFirst.com If you’re flying Southwest Airlines shell out five bucks at this site to reserve one of those coveted A passes and be the first in line to jockey for a seat. www.WebFlyer.com Angling for an upgrade? This site helps you get the most out of your frequent-flier miles and find the best way to swap, say, Amtrak Guest Rewards for miles on Continental. www.FlightStats.com Plug in your airport and carrier, and it lists the percentage of delayed and canceled flights. FlightStats also estimates when a particular flight will really take off and land. Five ways to lighten your load Shoes go first. Shoes are the silent killer of efficient packing, adding bulk and weight. To economize, pick one or two pairs of versatile footwear and coordinate your clothing with them. Pack by color. Base your wardrobe for each trip on one set of colors so you can mix and match. And a bonus tip that works well for men and women: Take at least one suit jacket that can be worn with jeans. 32 OCTOBER 2007 http://www.BoardFirst.com http://www.WebFlyer.com http://www.flyclear.com http://www.FlightStats.com http://www.fastlaneoption.com http://www.SeatGuru.com http://PinkMinkInc.com
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