January 14, 2011
Cross the Word to Cross the World
A year ago, we asked our residents in Oregon and Southwest Washington to wax poetic for the chance to win a trip for two to Amsterdam or Tokyo. This year, we’re stepping up the challenge and want to see your crossword skills in action! Starting today at 12pm noon, follow the clues to solve the puzzle for the chance to win a trip for two to the land of tulips, art and windmills or to sushi, designer fashion and shinto shrines. Enter the contest here.
Which destination would you choose?
Update 2/16/2011: Contestants will have to save their puzzle submissions and return each week to complete the four new clues. On February 18, the last four clues will be released and contestants will be able to select the “Submit entry” button. All completed puzzles must be submitted by 12pm Monday, February 21 to be eligible for the grand prize.
Spread the word:
Shreyas posted on January 14, 2011 at 12:28 pm
Tokyo it would be. I am fascinated by the Japanese culture and the way they are able to hold on to their deep roots and cultures but yet, be so technologically futuristic. The Japanese garden in Portland is one of my favorite spots and this has definitely sparked my eagerness to visit the land of the rising sun.
Joe Schrader posted on January 14, 2011 at 4:14 pm
so, WHERE is this crossword puzzle I’m supposed to solve ?!??!
Joe Schrader posted on January 14, 2011 at 4:15 pm
the ad says the contest starts at noon today….but you provide NO puzzle to solve !!!!!!
Joe Schrader posted on January 14, 2011 at 4:35 pm
OK, the crossword FINALLY showed up, after much clicking and searching. I’ve solved it… NOW , how do I submit it to you !??!
Joe Schrader posted on January 14, 2011 at 4:36 pm
..when I click on “enter”, another page pops up…. which has NO bearing on the crossword or the contest ! Oh, forget it : I’ll fly Northwest !!!!
Allison Park posted on January 14, 2011 at 5:30 pm
The pop up that you are seeing is how to access the contest. You will need to create a login, and then you can play. Use the username and login each week to fill your crossword, and you’ll be in the running for a nonstop trip for two to Amsterdam or Tokyo. Best of luck!
Ryan posted on January 15, 2011 at 1:18 pm
Using the spellings provided by Delta, the answers to the Tokyo fish market (Tsukiji) and the Amsterdam museum square (Rijksmuseum) the second letter of Tsukiji and the third letter of Rijksmuseum need to be the same in order for the crossword puzzle solved correctly. Obviously, that is not possible since this would require the letters “s” and “j” to be the same or interchangeable. If this is any indication as to the attention to detail Delta practices in their flight operations, we should all be very afraid.
Allison Park posted on January 17, 2011 at 8:54 am
Thanks for your note, Ryan, but (spoiler alert, crossword players) “Rijksmuseum” is not the correct word for #1 down. Look through the blog post again to find the correct answer: http://iflynonstop.com/destinations/the-honeymoon-dreams-are-made-of/.
Judy posted on January 21, 2011 at 8:52 am
I finished last weeks puzzle and saved it. Now what? I can’t find this weeks puzzle.
Shreyas posted on January 21, 2011 at 1:48 pm
Allison, shouldn’t have corrected Ryan
his mistake would have thinned down the competition for the rest of us who are happy with the attention to detail Delta practices.
Allison Park posted on January 21, 2011 at 2:37 pm
Judy, the new clues have been posted for this week, so you can go back to http://pdxiasc.com/game, open your saved puzzle and start answering the new questions! Thanks for playing.
Elijah Rea posted on January 26, 2011 at 5:41 pm
How do I submit my finished puzzel? thanks for your tim
Allison Park posted on January 27, 2011 at 10:27 am
Elijah, your crossword submission is automatically collected when you click “Save”. A new set of clues will be announced each Friday at noon, so make sure to save your username and password and return each week to complete the new puzzle.
Sequoyah Kearns posted on January 30, 2011 at 9:51 am
I just found out about this contest on 1/30/11. Were there other puzzles I missed? Can I catch up? Or am I ineligable because I didn’t do the first puzzle(s)
Carole Bradford posted on January 30, 2011 at 3:47 pm
OK – I solved it – how do I submit?
Steve Klotz posted on January 30, 2011 at 4:15 pm
Allison:
Is there contact information for the Committee? I would LOVE to help publicize “I Love Nonstop” and its abilities to serve the region.
My wife is in Guangzhou, China, and, so, the nonstop flights to Tokyo are a definite benefit to me every few months, when I go to visit her!
I’d love to help “spread the word” of the GREAT services! Is there somewhere to send something or someone that I can talk to, so that I can help?
Thanks!
– Steve K.
Steve Klotz posted on January 30, 2011 at 4:20 pm
(followup to previous comment)
Allison:
(as a followup to my previous message)
I have nearly 30 years of broadcasting production and management experience, including Marketing and Promotions, client Commercial Production, website promotions, print materials (brochures, magazines) and outdoor advertising.
I’d LOVE to help.
IFLYNONSTOP isn’t only for travel. It connects families.
– Steve
Allison Park posted on January 30, 2011 at 9:27 pm
Carole, save your puzzle and return again next week to answer the new clues. Make sure to answer all the clues by Feb. 21 at noon, and your puzzle will be eligible for the grand prize. Thanks for playing!
Allison Park posted on January 30, 2011 at 9:29 pm
Thanks for your enthusiasm, Steve! We would love for you to help share this promotion. Please connect with us by email: info@iflynonstop.com.
Linda Milks posted on February 4, 2011 at 9:34 am
I just saw the contest for the first time today on February 4. How can I find the first crossword to complete it?
Becky posted on February 4, 2011 at 10:53 am
is it possible to have access to former puzzles…i just started
Allison Park posted on February 7, 2011 at 5:27 pm
Becky and Linda, you haven’t missed the crossword fun. All of the past clues are included in the puzzle, so all you have to do is create a username and password (make sure to save them!), fill out the clues so far and return on Friday for the next installment of clues. Now kick back, read the blog posts, and enjoy the game!
Cornelis van der Horst posted on February 11, 2011 at 3:13 pm
Of course I would like to go to my home country and ride my bike again in Amsterdam. I solved the problem, but I am happy to see that I am not the only one who doesn’t know where to send it to.
Allison Park posted on February 11, 2011 at 5:09 pm
Hi Cornelis! As long as you save the puzzle, it will be ready and waiting for you to return next week and answer the final set of clues. All saved puzzles will be need to be submitted to our system on Monday, February 21 at 12pm PST for review and selection for the grand prize. A submission button will appear on Friday, February 18 giving you the opportunity to submit your completed puzzle. Thanks for playing!
Edana Laine posted on February 14, 2011 at 9:14 pm
The info is confusing. One says entries must be submitted by midnight 2/14; your answer to Cornelis says 2/21 at 12pm (noon). Please clarify. I can’t now meet the 2/14 deadline.???
Allison Park posted on February 15, 2011 at 2:38 pm
We apologize for any confusion, Edana, but you have more time to submit your puzzle. This Friday we will release the final four clues to the crossword, so check back, complete the puzzle, submit it by February 21 at 12pm PST and your entry will be considered for the grand prize. If you have any other questions, please email us at info@iflynonstop.com.
Allison Park posted on February 16, 2011 at 11:30 am
Submission clarification: On Friday, February 18 the last set of four clues will be released for you to complete your crossword puzzle. Once you have finished the puzzle, you will be able to select the “Submit entry.” button. All puzzles must be completed and submitted with the correct answers by 12pm Monday, February 21 to be considered for the grand prize. If you have any questions about the official rules, please email info@iflynonstop.com. Thanks for playing and good luck!
Andrew posted on February 28, 2011 at 9:33 pm
I would love to go to either, although I’ve never been to Amsterdam.
Rick N posted on March 1, 2011 at 4:17 pm
Excited to find out who the winners of the Cross the Word to Cross the World contest are. Not sure where to check…have they been chosen yet?
Maryann posted on March 13, 2011 at 11:23 pm
Looking forward to seeing the announcements today. Can’t help but feel so very sorry about the catastrophe that’s hit Japan, and the ensuing difficulties that will linger for a great length of time.
Erin posted on March 14, 2011 at 11:20 am
When will we find out who the lucky winners are? I’m crossing my fingers—-
Allison Park posted on March 14, 2011 at 4:13 pm
Thank you all who participated in the Cross the Word to Cross the World contest! The winners have officially been announced: http://iflynonstop.com/destinations/congrats-winners/.