News You Can Use – February 5, 2020

Last Updated on January 31, 2024

Etiquette Tips For Getting Around Japan

News You Can Use…Japanese society, known for its polite orderliness, is heavily dependent on unspoken understandings and behavior aimed at maintaining the “wa” — the idea of social harmony. With Tokyo bracing for an influx of tourists for the 2020 Summer Olympics, here are some lesser-known tips for first-timers on avoiding faux pas…  The New York Times

How To Quickly Fall Asleep On A Plane

News You Can Use…There are two types of people in this world – those who can sleep on flights, and those who can’t. The former spring out of their seat upon arrival at their destination, fresh-faced, clear-eyed and ready to throw themselves into the ways of a new country and culture. The latter drag themselves sluggishly…. Independent Newspaper (UK)

Fake Passengers Wanted

News You Can Use…Los Angeles International Airport is looking for 500 people to come to its newest concourse and behave badly, or sickly, or feebly. It’s all part of a readiness drill to make sure the upcoming Midfield Satellite Concourse will be safe and passenger-ready when it opens this summer….  Los Angeles Times

U.S. News: Best Hotels In The U.S. / World

News You Can Use…Where are the best hotels around the world? Look no further than this latest ranking from U.S. News & World Report. The publication’s 10th annual Best Hotels ranking is out, with The Four Seasons Resort Lanai in Hawaii earning the top U.S. slot. The resort “impresses both experts and travelers with its countless amenities…  USA Today

Budget Better Before A Big Trip

News You Can Use…2020 is well underway, and it already seem like quite a while ago you set a New Year’s resolution to travel to a dreamy destination (and save the funds to get there). However, as the motivation to keep those promises we made on Jan. 1 starts to dwindle — Jan. 17 is known as National Quitters Day for a reason….   Travel + Leisure