Le Chic Geek

Remember that saying, don’t put all your server core switches in one basket? Four major hosting brands had their data centers in the same place and “something happened” during maintenance to that data center yesterday morning. Things appear stable as of 3:15pm Eastern today, but it has affected our ability …

Just a quick note to point out an email I got, but Keri did not: This offer doesn’t specify a type of chain you have to stay at, and the free night is eligible in any category 1-5 hotel.  Check your email because this is a great offer if you …

A while ago, Keri mentioned that you have to make sure your airline puts your orange priority tag on your bag. They have changed how the tags get printed out, so there is a bold alert on your tag letting the agent know to put the Orange Priority tag on …

Here’s a deal I never really expected to be tempted by: Pre-order Madden’s NFL 25th Anniversary Edition Video Game I play some video games, but I don’t play sports ones.  (In fact, I received Madden’s college football games a few years in a row for free and never removed the …

You can track your US Airways baggage on a smart phone or tablet: I’ve always wondered why this type of technology wasn’t offered sooner.  You can track packages you send, why not luggage?  The airport needs to scan them at different stages just like UPS delivery trucks need to scan …

While they are a +1 to your fashionability, these shoes will definitely raise your suspicion levels at a TSA check-point… From Lee Moran at the New York Daily News: These shoes were confiscated off a passenger trying to get through security in La Guardia.  While these sexy heels don’t actually …

Deborah Jacobs at Forbes Magazine has a great article today on how to travel lighter. The two I follow religiously: 4. Be a minimalist with toiletries 9. Wear the bulkiest items in transit The one I need to learn to do: 3. Bring ample footwear. Shoes are the non-negotiable essentials, …

The Chase Hyatt Card has a lot of benefits, but my favorite feature lately has been chip and signature. That’s this part here: Why?  Because during my trip to Europe it was the most useful card in my wallet. While our metro vending machines allow you to swipe a card …

In an absolute first for me, I got a reminder of my departure time 4 hours ahead in addition to my check-in reminder Usually, if I get a follow-up email to my check-in reminder, it means my flight is about to be delayed.  But this reminder let me know that …

I just wanted to drop a note to everyone to check out Tiff’s interview on Million Mile Secrets today. We’ve been so thankful to have Tiff write for us–she’s managed to take her family on some amazing trips.  Oh, and she drank Spirit’s wine in a can for us.  (SORRY …