Airline Fees  Boarding Pass  Foreign Currencies Health  Intl Toll Free Maps  Passports Sabre Safety Translation Travel Insurance Traveler Profile  Vacations     Safaris Virtually There Weather   Reservations    iBank  Corporate  Staff  Visa Services                                                                                          33 years of serving the international business and not-for-profit communities      The Justice Department belatedly objected to a plan by United Airlines parent UAL Corp. and Continental Airlines Inc. to cooperate on routes world-wide within the Star Alliance of air carriers, and recommended instead a more-limited trans-Atlantic deal. The Transportation Department gave UAL and Continental preliminary approval for the arrangement nearly three months ago. The DOT tentatively agreed to let Continental join the Star group and granted Continental and nine of Star's 21 current members provisional antitrust immunity to act as a single carrier on some international routes. The Justice Department, which said approval of the airlines' request for immunity would likely result in higher fares and diminished competition, technically has no authority over international aviation agreements, but it typically weighs in on such DOT rulings. In this case, however, it waited nearly two months after the comment period closed before registering its opinion with the DOT on Friday. WSJ story TSA Mission Creep? The Transportation Security Administration has moved beyond just checking for weapons and explosives. It’s now training airport screeners to spot anything suspicious, and then honoring them when searches lead to arrests for crimes like drug possession and credit-card fraud. But two court cases in the past month question whether TSA searches—which the agency says have broadened to allow screeners to use more judgment—have been going too far. WSJ story Celebrate summer with a getaway to Canada and two roundtrip tickets for the price of one. For a limited time, receive a free* companion ticket when you purchase a United Economy roundtrip between Chicago , Denver or Washington Dulles and Canada . Purchase by July 5, 2009, then travel between July 9 and September 30, 2009. To learn more about this offer, including sample fares for the paying passenger, contact your EWA Travel Counselor. In every Canadian city you're only steps from good food, great views, and a breath of nature's fresh air. For more information about Canada , visit the Canadian Tourism Commission.  Top 10 airports in 2009  Source: SkyTrax The Skytrax survey evaluates airports using 39 different criteria, including check-in facilities, ease of transit through airport, Internet access and lost/delayed luggage. 1. Incheon International Airport (Seoul) 2. Hong Kong International Airport 3. Singapore Changi International Airport 4. Zurich Airport 5. Munich Airport 6. Kansai International Airport (Osaka) 7. Kuala Lumpur International Airport 8. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 9. Central Japan International Airport (Centrair) (Nagoya) 10. Auckland Airport Eager to boost revenue and perhaps emboldened by the success airlines have had adding fees, many hotels are raising fees and hitting customers with more surcharges that don't show up next to room rates. (WSJ) The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is planning to implement the Secure Flight program which shifts pre-departure watch list matching responsibilities from individual aircraft operators to the TSA. Upon full implementation of the Secure Flight program (scheduled for no sooner than 2010), EWA will be required to provide TSA with the following information for each reservation: Passengers Full Name (as shown on state or government issued identification documents such as a State ID Card, Drivers License or Passport). Date of Birth Gender Redress Number (if available) Known Traveler Number (ignore for the present since program has not yet been defined by TSA) All EWA clients are asked to please update their EWA Traveler Profile to include the above information. If you do not have a ""Redress Number", omit that answer. "Known Traveler Numbers" will be assigned by TSA at a later date.   EWA Specials BA Upgrade Special Book a round-trip, full fare* Club World business class ticket originating from or connecting via any British Airways US or Canadian gateway (excluding Los Angeles) to London or beyond between now and August 31, 2009, you'll be able to receive a round-trip transatlantic upgrades to First. The upgrades only apply to the transatlantic segments (e.g. segments from eligible US or Canadian gateway to London will be upgraded subject to availability).   Enjoy up to two complimentary nights at the luxurious 5-star hotel, The Address Downtown Burj, Dubai when when flying Emirates to or via Dubai on First or Business Class between 15th May and 15th September 2009. Fly First Class and enjoy two nights' complimentary stay in a Premier Room. Opt for Business Class and receive one night’s accommodation, also in a Premier Room. This offer is on bed and breakfast basis and inclusive of all applicable taxes and service charges. You will also receive shopping discount vouchers offering bargains at The Dubai Mall and complimentary tickets to its top attractions, including the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo and Dubai Ice Rink. The offer also includes:96-hour UAE entry visa; personalized Meet & Assist at Dubai International Airport, Arabian Adventures welcome pack. Terms and conditions apply.   Cruising For expert cruise advice, contact Linda Olson at 703-577-7717 or Susan Conway at 540-622-2522. Bon voyage!! For arctic cruise info, contact Bob or Cathy Utne at 561-392-1900.   14-night deluxe Chinese New Year Cruise, departing January 22, 2011 Singapore to Hong Kong aboard Azamara's Quest. EWA's low group rates for deluxe suites (and other) available through September 10, 2009. $450 per person deposit required and balance due November 2010. Contact Linda Olson for details. 703-577-7717    linda@ewatravel.com  Specifically designed to be smaller and more sleek than most cruise ships, Quest, like her sister ship, Journey, is filled bow-to-stern with wondrous luxuries and appointments that enhance your voyage of discovery-making it one that you won't soon forget. Quest boasts two specialty restaurants, concierge amenities, Spa and Wellness Center, piano bar, Wine Bar, live entertainment, daily enrichment programs (such as evening lectures), and much more. Satisfy your appetite for luxury and adventure on board Quest.    Travel Security US State Department Consular Information Program covering conditions abroad that may affect safety and security US State Department current Travel Warnings UK travel advise by country US Transportation Security Administration      EWA safety recommendations        Daily info on 'Hot Spots' around the globe. Live parking status for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport