Travel & Tourism Industry Supports Haitian Relief

Here are some companies who are providing aid for earthquake victims in Haiti. Continental OnePass members can donate to the American Red Cross directly, and CEO Jeff Smisek is reported to be matching co-worker donations up to $50,000.00. Miles are donated to The American Red Cross and AmeriCares.  OnePass members can visit www.continental.com and click "Donate your miles" to participate.

Royal Caribbean Cruises plans to provide at least $1 million in humanitarian relief, partnering with Food for the Poor, Pan American Development Foundation and other charitable organizations as well as the Solano Foundation, the company's foundation in  Haiti.  They'll also deliever goods & supplies to Haiti via their cruise ships.  To contribute and for more information, visit www.foodforthepoor.org/royalcaribbean

American Airlines will give you 250 miles if you donate $50.00 to the American Red Cross or 500 miles for a $100.00 donation.

Hyatt Gold Passport members can donate increments of 5,000 points by calling 1-800-228-3360. Hilton members can convert 10,000 points to a $25.00 donation on their website.   Starwood Hotel members are matching all donations, where 4,000 points will equal a $50.00 donation.

Sources: http://www.gadling.com/2010/01/19/donate-and-earn-miles-when-you-give-to-haiti-relief and http://eturbonews.com/13869/travel-and-tourism-industry-rallies-bring-aid-haiti