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Last month I was at a conference where I walked away with a giveaway item of a Samsung Chromebook — courtesy of Gogo Inflight Internet.
Now, I love Gogo. Inflight internet has materially changed my life. I used to get off of a plane after a long flight during the business day and I’d be inundated with work, with messages, with ‘crises’ (manufactured or otherwise). Instead, I keep up with work from the air. I’m more productive, and landing after a long flight is no longer stressful. I currently pay for a ‘monthly pass’.
But I didn’t want anyone to think I loved Gogo because I received something in a giveaway. (Not that these things go out on the wire services, but bear with me.)
So I figured I would give away the device here. Plus, while it’s the latest and greatest and coolest in technology the Chromebook probably isn’t for me. I desperately want to be a one-device kind of guy. I use a high-end Lenovo Ultrabook. It’s not that much heavier, not that much bigger, than a Chromebook but serves as my desktop and my laptop and my tablet. So why not give it away?
Don’t know what a Samsung Chromebook is? Details here.
A sticker on the outside of the box reads, “Included with this device for 2 years is up to 100MB per month of Mobile Broadband service provided by Verizon Wireless.”
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You have turned me on to so many great credit card deals with posts like this one:
http://viewfromthewing.com/best-credit-card-offers/
Thanks a million (miles)!
Your post about free Accor Plat membership since it got me some nice upgrades at BKK!
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/04/20/instant-top-tier-platinum-status-for-new-le-club-accorhotels-signups/
My all time favorite is your Cathay Pacific first class trip report (because I just flew first class for the firs time last week, thanks to you!)
http://viewfromthewing.com/2011/11/28/cathay-pacific-first-class-new-york-hong-kong-burn-avios-burn-cathay-pacific-first-class-and-amazing-conrad-suites/
May not be sexy but index posts that outline new features and help me find what I’m looking for like:
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/09/16/new-features-at-view-from-the-wing/
I’ll say a favorite is this: http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/06/12/alaska-airlines-adds-online-award-search-for-several-more-airlines-including-emirates/
While I have enjoyed a LOT of what you’ve written, this one alerted me to a new functionality, which is among the most important things you can do. I did not catch this in MilePoint or FlyerTalk, but “Gary Got It” and now so do I. Just in time for something, too.
I enjoyed the Why Taxis Suck article which discussed Uber…
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/07/14/why-taxis-suck-and-what-you-can-do-about-it/
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/05/31/the-9-best-credit-card-signup-bonuses/
This is my favorite post that I can remember–so much good info there! Thanks for all your insight!
Favorite post: The United Hong Kong error for 4 Miles!
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/07/15/united-awards-originating-in-china-for-4-miles/
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/02/27/the-most-rewarding-credit-cards-depending-on-what-you-spend-money-on/
Motivated me to finally go after some miles.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/04/25/the-best-hand-pulled-chinese-noodles-in-new-york-or-anywhere/ For next time I’m In NY
I loved the Ugandan Schilling post and have since become a big fan of Le Meridien, Thailand, and Starwood. Thanks.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2006/12/03/le-meridien-khao-lak-for-60-cents-a-night-or-less/
love the one to hk only 4miles
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/07/15/united-awards-originating-in-china-for-4-miles/
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/06/12/free-virgin-atlantic-silver-status-get-better-service-on-delta/
Simply because it helped me out, coincidentally, right when I needed it.
HKG for 4 miles!
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/07/15/united-awards-originating-in-china-for-4-miles/
My favorite has been: The Best Awards Each US Frequent Flyer Program Has to Offer. Comprehensive and helpful for figuring out which account to bulk up with for desired destinations. Thanks!
This stuck in my mind when redeeming United miles last year.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/07/20/when-you-purchase-a-united-award-ticket-that-doesnt-mean-you-actually-have-a-ticket/
Thanks for tipping off this credit card offer – this one provided 5 free round-trips SAN-OGG on Alaska – woohoo!
http://viewfromthewing.com/2011/04/06/british-airways-visa-100000-mile-signup-bonus-link-is-available-and-confirmed/
My favorite definitely would be:
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/06/17/comment-here-for-a-chance-to-win-a-samsung-chromebook/
Otherwise I couldnt find the link but it has to do with the Capital One matching promotion that got my wife and I 400,000 points
Made out like a bandit with this:
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/07/29/200-off-at-travelocity-airhotel-no-minimum-spend/
Favorite? Why, this one of course. Oldie but a goodie.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2004/03/31/drink-beer-earn-points/
Here is a funny classic I chuckled at a while back, a blast from the past! 😀
http://viewfromthewing.com/2002/08/27/stay-away-from-usairways-theyve/
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/03/27/return-to-the-maldives-new-york-jfk-abu-dhabi-etihad-first-class/
I am a fan of trip reports, but this Cathay Pacific first class report from JFK to HKG was what inspired me to collect miles in the first place, and I flew that trip several months later myself:
http://viewfromthewing.com/2011/11/28/cathay-pacific-first-class-new-york-hong-kong-burn-avios-burn-cathay-pacific-first-class-and-amazing-conrad-suites/
Thanks!
Eating in Singapore. I like reading about seeing different cuisines to put on my list of local dishes try while traveling abroad.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/03/09/maximizing-miles-in-the-maldives-cathay-first-eating-in-singapore-and-a-park-hyatt-water-villa-eating-in-singapore/
Favorite post is about finding places to eat in Manhattan. Thanks.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/06/18/eating-around-lower-manhattan/
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/06/13/top-5-rewards-cards-from-each-bank-chase/
I really like the new “top 5” series. It’s valuable insight for my next churn.
While not the most spectacular or groundbreaking post, this post exemplifies why I like this blog:
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/06/16/big-offer-this-week-only-for-chase-ink-cards-up-to-60000-points/
I subscribe to a bunch of travel blogs, and all of them were stoked about this offer. All of them mentioned the bonuses for cards they had affiliate links to, but yours is the only one to mention the ones that had a bonus but didn’t have an affiliate link to. I appreciate that you offer the full story, even if it doesn’t have an opportunity to monetarily benefit you.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2011/10/29/confessions-of-a-once-and-future-credit-card-churner/ because when I stumbled up on this page I never knew that ‘View from the Wing’ is going to change the way I travel.
Searching through the current offers is always useful…
http://viewfromthewing.com/best-current-deals-offers/
Your post on credit card offers.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/06/17/marriott-brings-back-mileage-earning-with-and-transfers-to-american-aadvantage-plus-500-bonus-miles-per-stay/
All time favorite is : “The Most Rewarding Credit Cards for Different Kinds of Spending”
Link: http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/07/19/the-most-rewarding-credit-cards-for-different-kinds-of-spending/
favorite post
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/04/26/the-5-most-rewarding-credit-cards-for-your-spending-every-day/
My favorite (so far) http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/01/04/dont-forget-to-add-a-segment-to-the-end-of-american-aadvantage-award-bookings/
I regularly learn things from you that I would otherwise never have known. Thank you!
Your reports on Conrad Koh Samui – we read, we liked, we went, we enjoyed a wonderful stay. Thank you! http://viewfromthewing.com/2011/12/03/conrad-koh-samui-resort-burn-avios-burn-cathay-pacific-first-class-and-amazing-conrad-suites/
My favorite post are of those awesome trip reports of places I’ll probably never make it to.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2008/03/29/intercontinental-bali-resort-spa-jimbaran-bay/
I have to say, your series airing out TSA’s dirty laundry always make smile/cringe. The most recent one was great, but really they all are.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/06/06/inspector-general-tsa-behavior-detection-doesnt-work-racially-profiles/
My favorite post, explains AA mileage based awards nicely:
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/10/30/fly-more-places-for-fewer-miles-americans-little-known-distance-based-frequent-flyer-awards/
Adds up to big savings in the long run.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/05/24/the-travel-insurance-scam-read-this-post-before-you-book-your-next-trip/
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/08/22/aviancataca-lifemiles-is-the-most-generous-program-in-star-alliance-and-how-you-can-use-it/
love that you can book awards with cash and miles
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/01/04/dont-forget-to-add-a-segment-to-the-end-of-american-aadvantage-award-bookings/
Total game changer. Already flew to Hawaii first class as a result of it.
At the time, I got a lot of use out of this post along with the comments:
http://viewfromthewing.com/2010/05/15/what-are-the-very-best-value-mileage-awards/
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/01/09/american-express-platinums-amazing-travel-benefits/
My favorite because I heeded the advice of the article to my and my family’s benefit
I purchased the 3 extra cards and now 4 adults have lounge access
2 of us used the global entry benefit and I used the $200 credit to good use
Personally, I am a big fan of your critical analysis of airline policy or government travel regulations. This is probably one of your more entertaining pieces.
http://viewfromthewing.com/2010/10/31/upgrade-availability-and-priority-one-airline-is-rational-and-everyone-else-is-just-insane-or-else-i-am/
http://viewfromthewing.com/2011/09/05/the-myth-of-booking-award-tickets-at-midnight-330-days-out/
help with booking award tickets, its nice to have mileage but love the help in booking with it.
I will get to Austin to eat BBQ
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/04/16/austin-food-culture-and-what-it-taught-me-about-barbecue-and-thai-food/
http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/02/12/reader-question-fuel-surcharges/
helped me understand how to fly international without massive surcharges
I have a couple saved (bookmarked), including this one that talks about fares to Easter Island, which is on our bucket list. Probably old news now, but I saved it! http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/02/16/bucket-list-1000-business-class-fares-new-york-to-easter-island/
Credit card blogs – example http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/02/18/us-airways-mastercard-signup-bonus-changes-for-the-worse-but-how-you-can-still-benefit/
Do you know if this landing page is still valid?
35,000 miles after first purchase, no fee the first year, promise of 10,000 more miles at cardmember renewal in a year. There’s no landing page, but details of the signup bonus and fee waiver are in the terms and conditions of the offer (save those!).
While some people moan when they see repeated credit card offers listed (why don’t they just go somewhere else then – duh!), I’ll pick this one and all the ones like it. I, too, like to review what’s around as far as CC offers go, particularly when planning my next steps. http://viewfromthewing.com/2012/10/22/the-best-awards-each-us-frequent-flyer-program-has-to-offer/
I like reading your takes on the best credit cards currently available..such as this one:
http://viewfromthewing.com/2013/04/26/the-5-most-rewarding-credit-cards-for-your-spending-every-day/
As the offers constantly update and revise, it’s nice to read an open honest opinion regarding them.