Internet Access
Exclusive Interview: American Airlines Officials Discuss Boeing, Airbus Deal
Yesterday, after weeks of speculation, American Airlines announced the largest ever order for new aircraft. Would it be Boeing? Or perhaps Airbus? In the end, it turned out to be both. With one of the oldest fleets among major U.S. carriers, American’s ambitious five-year fleet renewal plan meant that no one manufacturer could deliver within the airline’s timeline.
According to American Airlines executives we spoke with, the deal “was literally signed …
Villa Rothschild Kempinski, Königstein, Germany – Hotel Review
In 1949, an unusual gathering took place at the Villa Rothschild. German politicians including Konrad Adenauer, Theodor Heuss, Adolph Schönfelder, and Hermann Strafer gathered to formulate post-war Germany’s fundamental rights laws (Grundrechte).
Today, the hospitality of the villa, originally built in 1894 for Wilhelm Carl von Rothschild, is not limited to world leaders. Indeed, vacationers and business travelers from around the world can enjoy the hotel’s 22 elegant rooms and sprawling …
Wi-Fi Alert for Business Travelers
The free Wi-Fi hotspot you just logged into in the hotel lobby to read your e-mail, conduct your banking, or read the news wasn’t necessarily a nice amenity provided by the hotel. In fact, it might have been operated by the well-dressed gentleman sitting beside the potted palm. While you sent your confidential proposal, he was collecting people’s credit cards numbers, user names, and passwords, all while enjoying the ambiance …
Beijing Journal
Three days before I am to fly to China, I encounter a problem with my ThinkPad. With the help of Lenovo tech support in Atlanta, Georgia I find out that my ThinkPad’s wireless card has gone POOF. The day before I am to leave I receive a replacement card. I call tech support again, and am told to watch the instructional videos on line that show how to remove the …
Connexion by Boeing: In-flight Internet Access Takes Off
Lufthansa has offered FlyNet in-flight Internet service (powered by Connexion by Boeing) since mid-2004; recently, the airline added the service to New York flights ( it was launched on the Los Angeles – Munich route). Here is a test drive.
Tuesday, November 15, 2005, 11,000 m over Europe
As soon as we reached cruising altitude, my computer detected Wi-Fi and I logged into FlyNet. Seat power outlets are conveniently located and I …
The Internet is in the Hands of the Lawyers
Wednesday, 9 November 2005, New York City
I start writing this column in Lufthansa’s Senator lounge. I’m about to depart on a flight from New York (JFK) to Munich (MUC). First things first: Lufthansa has the best beer; perhaps I shouldn’t mention this, but they have Spaten Oktoberfest on tap.
But I digress.
I’m going to Munich for several reasons, including client meetings and to participate in BMW’s European Delivery program. The trip …
