Jeanne Marie Hoffman

Former bartender, still a geek. One equal part each cookies, liberty, football, music, travel, libations. Stir vigorously. +Jeanne Marie Hoffman Jeanne on Twitter

Steep Discount on Bluetooth Keyboard for iPad Air

A few weeks ago, I got a Kensington Key Folio on Amazon’s deal of the day.  I didn’t post about it because I hadn’t tried it yet so could not vouch for it. A similar model has come up on Amazon.com today marked down to $59.99 from Amazon’s usual price …

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LivingSocial Glossybox Deal May Not Be Dead!

Readers have reported that while the regular web version of this link says it is sold out, the mobile version on their cell phones or tablets still let them purchase this deal, except for the 3-month subscription, which apparently still seems sold out. Here are all the details from Keri’s …

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Future Posts on the Hyatt Zilara

I’ve been receiving a lot of questions on the Hyatt Zilara through comments and emails.  I just wanted to let you know what posts will be coming, and give you the opportunity to ask for posts on anything else about this new property. Overall, I loved my stay there.  It …

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Security Agent Catches Falling Baby at Airport

Or why you should be concerned about collecting your baby post-security checkpoint before your jacket. From Reddit.com: Redditers posted another angle of the shot too (bottom right of the frame): Is it just me, or does the father try to put the baby back onto the table before someone else …

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Quick Tidbits and Stories

Just a note that I have a podcast up with JenningsWire where I explain how to upgrade your travel on the cheap geared towards newer travelers. I’ve also started writing more news-y articles for the Examiner.  My piece on what the US Airways/American merger means for DCA travelers. Rest in …

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Everyone Gets Lounge Access at Hyatt Zilara

This is part of a review of the new Hyatt Zilara: 1. A First Look at the Hyatt Zilara Suites My favorite benefit of the Zilara so far is the lounge.  Anyone can go in, but it is never crowded. An employee had mentioned to me that it is difficult making …

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Reminder: Enter to win free in-flight internet passes!

Don’t forget to enter to win free in-flight internet passes from Gogo internet! If you have already entered, you can enter daily by tweeting about the giveaway through the contest widget. For how Gogo In-Flight internet keeps you connected in the air, check out this video. Also, a note: even …

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A First Look at the Hyatt Zilara Suites

The Hyatt Zilara is freshly open and I just had to get a look! This all-suite property is adults only, and their rooms are definitely couple oriented.  I wasn’t able to get an upgraded suite with points or my suite upgrade certificate, but my room did not disappoint me. If …

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