This was announced in another thread, but I am going to copy the posts over to this new thread.

>> Posts moved. I screwed up the order a bit. Jim posted about FlyerTalk HERE.

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It looks like Internet Brands has just bought Flyer Talk as well. They now own my two favorite sites.

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It is interesting that this leaked out before being announced by IB or Flyer Talk.

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Two of my favorite sites, as well!

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This is pretty thrilling! I checked out their board today and it is really active - now I need to start reading some threads and getting ideas about booking flights!

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It is interesting that this leaked out before being announced by IB or Flyer Talk.

There was one long time poster who started a thread before I even heard of it. Randy (the owner) did post it as fact in the private forum for moderators.As a moderator, I can say that I expect FT to keep on operating as well,if not better than ever.
Just like ST!

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Originally posted by Jabez:
It looks like Internet Brands has just bought Flyer Talk as well. They now own my two favorite sites.

You and me both.

I like the explaination from Randy, that he chose to sell to them because they will keep a very light touch, and let FT (and ST) remain as it is for years to come. No major overhaul or changes.

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Well isn't that a neat coin-kee-dink. Smart people know which sites to use.

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Originally posted by Pauline:
If you have time, could you start a thread in Everything About Travel and tell us a bit more about FlyerTalk and what goes on there? Thanks!!

Yes, I'll second that motion!

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Pauline
I'll be glad to.

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Funny I just came on here to post this news as well--I received an email from FlyerTalk this morning. Flyertalk is a great community and was really helpful to me when I needed info (and support!) for my horrible situation with Varig last year. That's when I joined up, and I discovered that its got a lot more info than just frequent flyer stuff.

Anyway, its interesting that there is the same speculation/concern over there as to what Internet Brands is bringing into the mix. But the general consensus seems to be that its a good thing.

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So Jim, you are a moderator on FlyerTalk? Why no link to the site in your signature here? If you have time, could you start a thread in Everything About Travel and tell us a bit more about FlyerTalk and what goes on there? Thanks!!

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I'm not surprised to see some cross-over in the users of the two sites! Both target relatively sophisticated travelers who research their travel online and who engage in online travel communities! Nice to see!