In an increasingly connected world, expanding your business operations beyond domestic borders can unlock new opportunities for growth and innovation. Building a global workforce allows companies to tap into a diverse pool of talent, bringing in fresh perspectives and varied skill sets. However, hiring employees abroad comes with its own set of challenges, from navigating…
Believe it or not, it took this long for the first-ever baggage sanitation system to debut in the U.S. and New Yorkers (or folks traveling to town, for that matter) are the lucky recipients of such a necessary gift.
Clean’s machine, stationed inside Terminal 7 at JFK, supposedly eliminates 99.9% of bacteria and viruses from a suitcase’s surface in just a few seconds using UV-C light. Now in trial phase, the service only costs $10 per luggage pair.
Considering that our travel bags are touched by a whole lot of people, thrown this way and that when embarking on a voyage, being able to clean it before heading home or to a hotel sounds like a no-brainer.
“As passengers return en masse to traveling the globe freely, it’s crucial that we implement safe, effective solutions to maintain passenger confidence and ensure a healthier travel experience for all,” said Rodney Jones, the CEO of Clean, in an official statement. “Clean will allow passengers to sanitize their baggage after every flight—because what you bring home with you matters!”
Spanning nearly 40,000 square feet, the destination offers access to a slew of amenities, including spa-like wellness treatments, valet services and a hefty amount of fine-dining options. It is, effectively, a destination in and of itself and not only the perfect stop-over before a long flight.
Expect a specially-trained cheesemonger to be on site to serve local cheeses from artisans from he nearby Hudson Valley and New York region, plus cured meats, house-made accompaniments and paired wine and beer selections—among many other things.
Suddenly, JFK is the place to be… whether you’re taking a flight or not.
Summertravel is underway and it’s important to stay up to date on all of the latest tips & tricks to make sure everything goes smooth sailing when it’s time for your vacation.
Moreover, you should always check your boarding pass to see if there are any codes you don’t understand. You might see what appears to be random letters like SPTC, S/O or SSS, but they all have a purpose and could even mean you’re eligible for a free hotel stay during your travels! So let’s get into what codes to look for on your boarding pass and what they actually mean.
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What does SPTC stand for?
If you see SPTC somewhere on your boarding pass that stands for Stopover Paid by the Carrier. Instead, you might also see S/O on your boarding pass. This just means stopover.
Is there a difference between S/O and SPTC?
Though both S/O and SPTC involve a stopover, SPTC generally tends to be for longer stopovers that could entail further accommodations and benefits provided by the airline.
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Which airlines use the SPTC code?
TAP Air Portugal and Turkish Airlines are two common airlines that use the SPTC code. These airlines specifically offer certain stopover programs, hence where the further benefits come into play. For example, Turkish Airlines’ stopover program provides passengers that have at least a 20 hour stopover with a free stay at a 4-star hotel in Istanbul.
What does SSSS mean on a boarding pass?
Passengers may also notice another code, SSSS, on their boarding pass. This stands for Secondary Security Screening Selection. The SSSS assignment requires the flier to undergo additional security procedures. This could be a result of random selection or the passenger was potentially flagged as a risk to security.
When were boarding pass codes introduced?
Codes for boarding passes have been around for decades. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) sets certain standards for the content of a boarding pass, but it’s the airlines themselves that are responsible for adding the specific SPTC code.
Following a critically-acclaimed run in Chicago last year, BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical is scheduled top open on Broadway in April 2025 at a year-to-be announced theater owned by the Shubert Organization (there are 17 in total!). Tickets for the production are not on sale yet.
No word yet on who will take on the role of the iconic animated cartoon character created by Max Fleischer back in 1930 for his “Talkartoons” series, but we personally have a few suggestions in mind: Fran Drescher, perhaps? Megan Hilty? Karen Olivo?
Directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell, with music by David Foster, lyrics by Susan Birkenhead and a book by Bob Martin, BOOP! “follows Betty as she takes a break from her celebrity life in black and white and steps into the colorful world of New York City for an adventurous day off,” according to New York Theatre Guide. It’s giving 2023 Barbie movie and we’re into it.
