Category Archives: Travel

Featured Article

Like Boingo’s Wi-Finder App? Nominate Us For Best iPhone Travel App!

January 25th in Boingo, Featured, Technology, Travel by Baochi

0


 

If you’ve been using Boingo’s Wi-Finder app to access hotspots on your Apple iOS device, would you do us the honor of nominating Boingo for Best iPhone Travel App for About.com’s Reader’s Choice Awards? Our aim with Wi-Finder for iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad is to help you find and connect to Wi-Fi hotspots, whether you’re around town or traveling on the road. We also want to help you keep down your monthly smartphone bill by offering you the option of connecting to Wi-Fi so you don’t run the risk of surpassing your cellular monthly megabyte limit and/or racking up roaming fees.

So if Wi-Finder is doing its job for you, we’d be grateful if you took a minute to nominate Boingo. Click here to get started. Simply login through Facebook or About.com and cast y our vote.

Many thanks!

Subscribe via email

Recent Articles

Dave Graveline of “Into Tomorrow” Interviews CEO Dave Hagan at CES 2012 [Video]

January 19th in Boingo, Featured, Technology, Travel by Baochi

0


According to Dave Graveline of “Into Tomorrow,” “Boingo saves the day!” Graveline, an award-winning broadcaster covering technology, has been a longtime Boingo member since the days when we had just over 10,000 hotspots. In the video above, Graveline interviews Boingo CEO Dave Hagan on the company’s progress over the last decade — from the growth of our Wi-Fi ecosystem, the apps we’ve built for easy online access, the Wi-Fi operator partnerships we’ve forged, to how we’ve met the insatiable demand for Internet bandwidth on mobile devices.

Watch the video to take a walk down memory lane with Boingo and hear CEO Dave Hagan discuss his vision for the company going forward. We’re especially charmed that Dave Graveline is such a fan of Boingo Wi-Fi. Our favorite Graveline quote:

“Travel requires not just Wi-Fi; it requires Boingo.”

 

 

Subscribe via email

Recent Articles

10 Film Festivals and the Boingo Hotspots in Those Cities

January 17th in Boingo, Travel by Baochi

0


If you’re a film buff, check out Cheapflights.com’s list of top ten film festivals worldwide.  To help you stay connected online while you’re enjoying the cinema experience, we’ve provided links below to the Boingo hotspots available in each festival’s city.

Have you attended any of the film festivals on this top ten list? Tell us about your experiences!

1. Sundance Film Festival – Park City, Utah, United States
Click here to see a list of 29 Boingo hotspots in Park City, Utah

2. International Film Festival Rotterdam – the Netherlands
Click here to see a list of 177 Boingo hotspots in Rotterdam, Netherlands

3. Cannes International Film Festival – Cannes, France
Click here to see a list of 348 Boingo hotspots in Cannes, France

4. Guadalajara Film Festival – Guadalajara, Mexico
Click here to see a list of 175 Boingo hotspots in Guadalajara, Mexico

5. Rooftop Films – New York, New York, United States
Click here to see a list of 877 Boingo hotspots in New York, New York

6. Toronto International Film Festival – Toronto, Canada
Click here to see a list of 264 Boingo hotspots in Toronto, Canada

7.…

Subscribe via email

Recent Articles

A Playlist of City-Themed Tunes, Created By The Boingo Community

December 29th in Boingo, Travel by Baochi

1


In celebration of the new year and the travel adventures ahead, we asked the Boingo Facebook community to suggest songs entitled with cities. We compiled the great suggestions into a playlist on our YouTube channel. We limited the playlist to one song per city so that additional songs can be added to represent as many worldwide cities as possible. That means we’d love suggestions from YOU! Surely, you must know a city-themed song or two not yet on the playlist.

We hope these city-themed songs spirit you away, and we wish you many happy travels in 2012 and beyond.

To scroll through the playlist, click on the square at the bottom of the screen.

Subscribe via email

Recent Articles

Nashville Airport Wins 2011 Best Airport Concessions Program — Hooray!

December 21st in Boingo, Travel by Baochi

0


Congratulations to Nashville International Airport (BNA) for winning the 2011 Richard A. Griesbach Award of Excellence, an annual ACI-NA accolade that recognizes the best overall airport concessions program! Airports Council International-North America (ACI-NA) evaluates airports in Canada and the U.S. across seven concession categories, including food, retail, and customer service. There are three winners in each category but only one victor for the best overall airport concessions program.

We’re thrilled for Nashville Airport — and not just because Boingo manages the Wi-Fi network there. Through our frequent visits to BNA, we’ve experienced for ourselves the all-around awesomeness of the airport’s concessions. We’ve indulged in Memphis-style barbecue at the award-winning Neely’s Bar-B-Que, and we’ve sipped on cocktails during music performances at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge. Live music, in fact, is what makes BNA extra-special: their “Arts at the Airport” program features a full calendar of live jazz, blues, and good ole country music. The program also showcases a revolving collection of visual arts. Additional nice touches are BNA’s health clinic and green initiatives.

We could spend all day exploring the gems at Nashville Airport. Congratulations, BNA…

Subscribe via email

Recent Articles

Boingo AsYouGo: Wi-Fi For The Intermittent Traveler

December 21st in Boingo, Featured, Travel by Lauren

0


Here at Boingo, when we talk about keeping the traveling community connected, we’re not just referring to road warriors – we also count the good folks who travel occasionally. Our engineers, for example, only wander away from their code for a rare business trip or a much-needed vacation. That’s why we offer Boingo AsYouGo, a pay-per-connection Wi-Fi option to cover you on those sporadic trips.

We aim to provide a top-notch Internet experience whether you Boingo frequently or every once in a while. To that end, we’ve listed five tips below for getting the most out of Boingo AsYouGo.

1. Access Boingo AsYouGo On Any Compatible Device

Boingo AsYouGo can be used on any Boingo compatible device, including: laptops, tablets, smartphones and eReaders. You can sign up either on our website before you hit the road or at any of the locations we manage and operate (just open the browser when you’re at the hotspot). Rates vary by region.

2. Connect For 24 Hours on One Device at One Location

Boingo AsYouGo gives you online access for twenty-four continuous hours on one device at one location. So say you’re at the airport on a ridiculously long layover. The…

Subscribe via email

Recent Articles

Tech & Travel Gift Recommendations From Boingo Superfans

December 19th in Boingo, Featured, Technology, Travel by Baochi

3


Looking for last-minute holiday gifts, either for yourself or a special someone? We polled expert techies and travelers — Boingo superfans — for some super-fabulous tech and travel gift ideas.

Got gift suggestions of your own? Help out the Boingo community and post your recommendation in the comments section!

“My favorite travel bag is the Deluxe Rolling Tote with Computer Sleeve for all your carry-on essentials. You can find it at www.travelproluggageoutlet.com and receive an extra 15% off by using my discount code: THEFLYINGPINTO15.” -Sara Pinto Keagle

“I’m currently in love with the ZaggSparq portable power charger. When I travel or when I’m at work, I don’t have to SEARCH for a plug!! I also have the Zaggfolio iPad keyboard, which “fits” well and comes in cool colors.” -Shelby Meredith Rogers

“One of my favorite gadgets that is in my travel case at all times is the handy power bar/surge protector by Belkin. It turns any hotel room outlet, even the one on the desk lamp, into three power outlets. It also gives you two USB…

Subscribe via email

Recent Articles

Boingo Voted Best Wi-Fi Service by Global Traveler Community!

December 5th in Boingo, Featured, Travel by Baochi

3


For the second time in three years, Global Traveler readers have named Boingo “Best Wi-Fi Service.”

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

More than 36,000 savvy travelers contributed to Global Traveler magazine’s 2011 GT Tested reader survey. Readers chose the best of the best for sixty-six travel-related categories, including: airlines, hotels, loyalty programs and travel products. Click here to view a list of fellow winners.

Awards are awesome to receive. But we think the most meaningful awards are those granted by the user community, so this means a lot to us.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. As you can see from the photos above featuring a few superstar members of our marketing team, we had a delightful time at the Global Traveler awards ceremony.

Read the press release here.

Subscribe via email

Recent Articles

Carrie Finley-Bajak Cruises the Sea Like Mighty Aphrodite

November 15th in Featured, Travel by Baochi

0


Carrie Finley-Bajak’s goal is to visit every continent before she turns fifty years-old. Since she has always had an affinity for the ocean, cruise ships are her chosen mode of transportation. According to Carrie, cruises “offer a combination of adventure and a touch of elegance.” She shares her nautical experiences on her travel blog, Cruise Buzz.

We caught up with Carrie, a Boingo member, at BlogWorld LA 2011 and learned plenty of valuable tips for traveling by sea. Check out Carrie’s top three tips below for booking the perfect cruise vacation. Also be sure to follow her on Twitter (@CruiseBuzz) to get regular updates on her reviews and adventures.

1. Cruise Myth Busters
Some misconceptions about cruising are: the world is flat, the ship is to crowded, a person will get sea sick, the cabins are small, there is nothing to do, all you do is eat. All false.

2. Get It Right The First Time
The number one prerequisite for a potential cruise passenger is a love for the sea. If the idea of sailing on the wide-open ocean on a ship sounds like fun, then I would suggest taking…

Subscribe via email

Recent Articles

8 Adventures on the Island of Kauai

October 19th in Travel by Baochi

0


I recently vacationed on Kauai, the fourth largest of the Hawaiian islands. The island — with its waterfalls, canyons, rainforests, caves and secret beaches at every turn — is a nature lover’s paradise. Since I’ve had the pleasure of multiple visits to the “Garden Isle,” I’ve compiled below my top adventures on Kauai. Also, watch the video above for a visual feast of Kauai.

What’s your favorite Hawaiian island, and what are your recommendations for activities there?

1. Take a Hike

According to travel website GoHawaii, 90% of Kauai is inaccessible by road. That’s why hiking is the penultimate activity on Kauai. There are a seemingly endless number of trails of varying distances and difficulty. I have frequently stumbled upon deserted beaches, deep canyons, and waterfalls of all sizes. You’ll encounter stunning scenery on any hike you choose but a must-see is Waimea Canyon on the west side of the island.

2. Go Kayaking

Rent single or double kayaks and paddle through breathtaking scenery accessible only by boat. I rented kayaks through a tour group led by a knowledgeable guide. We paddled down a river, docked our kayaks, and then hiked to a massive waterfall and watering hole. Lunch was…

Subscribe via email