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

One out of 1,300 Pilots Failed Random Breathalyzer Tests

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According to the Financial Express, 224 pilots and crew members failed random breathalyzer tests in India in 2016 (on the rise from 2015). This article led me to look up the general statistic.  And while it is less than 1%, it still means that 1 out of about every 1,300 pilots …

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Fly to Denmark on Iberia/British Airways for Only $448

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Here’s another good European fare.  You can fly to Copenhagen, Denmark on Iberia or British Airways for only $448 out of Philadelphia. This specific fare requires a longer minimum stay in Denmark than other fares, which shouldn’t be a problem for the usual leisure traveler (but doesn’t allow for a …

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Get The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt on PC for Only $16

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SCDKey currently has The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for $16.  I’ve been seeing this game hover around $26, so this looks to be a good price. The key is sold through SCDKey but is on the Good Old Games platform (so you cannot load it up in Steam). From the …

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Fly to Paris Roundtrip on Delta for $371

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Here’s another good deal to Europe, and it’s during the beginning of the summer. For $371, you can fly Philadelphia to Paris (CDG Airport) on Delta Airlines. From the Flight Deal: Valid for travel from late May – mid June with a 7 day minimum stay requirement. Must purchase at …

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Amazon Device Sale Through Valentine’s Day

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Amazon has discounted some of their devices through Valentine’s Day.  There’s a variety of Kindle and Fire products (but unfortunately, no Echo on sale). My Kindle is one of my favorite travel accessories.  The paper-like screen is much easier on my eyes than my iPad. From Amazon.com’s descriptions: Fire Tablet—Amazon’s …

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