Peace Of Mind: The Value of Miles and Points During Flight Disruptions
After spending a week of February in Belgium enjoying the sights, I expected an uneventful flight home. Little did I know there was an issue. The whole situation became a great lesson in the value of miles during flight disruption. Here's how I handled things.
Baden-Baden, Germany: Hiking to the Altes Schloss and a Charming Aldstadt
The chilly February air jolts me awake as I begin my climb up to the castle above Baden-Baden. I'd be filled with regret if I didn't hike any of Germany's black forest, and today is the one day I have where I can do so. I hope to make the most of it, the winter weather notwithstanding.
Why Hyatt Place Continues To Be My Top Family Travel Choice
After years of travel with and without kids, I keep coming back to one brand as the best hotel for family travel: Hyatt Place. Here's why.
Strasbourg Day 2: More Beauty, More History
Photos of Strasbourg typically show the city's iconic half-timbered houses of the Petite-France neighborhood. And this is for good reason. Of all the places I've seen so far in Strasbourg, this is the pinnacle. I can't stop myself from taking photo after photo. I'm utterly enchanted.
This Might Just Be My Best Domestic Economy Award Redemption
It's not often that I snag such an excellent award ticket. I try to get solid value out of my miles, but this rarely happens for economy flights. This is why I burn most of my miles for business class itineraries. But once in a while I'll find an amazing domestic economy redemption like this one.
My Two Recent Credit Card Approvals
Following a short string of applications that didn't pan out, I had a double win with two recent approvals. I've dialed back the number of cards I apply for, and although it would have been nice to get both of the business cards I'd wanted, I'm happy enough with the two personal ones I picked up.
Two Credit Cards I Consider Highly Underrated
With so many cards to choose from among major issuers — many of which are routinely hyped —…
Strasbourg Day 1: Must-See Sights Of This Superb City
I visit Strasbourg, walking the streets and seeing the sights of this city rich with history. From the astronomical clock contained within one of Europe's finest cathedrals, to a brisk cruise on the River Ill, this city has plenty to offer travelers who enjoy the history and culture of both Germany and France. Walk with me on my first day through this gem of the Alsace.
Scotland. I Need to Revisit Scotland.
My one visit to Scotland was all the way back in 2008. We covered 70+ miles of hiking in just three days, followed by a day in Inverness before finishing off the trip in Edinburgh. It was a great experience for an almost-19-year-old. And now I want to go back. It's hard to believe that it has been nearly 17 years since that trip.
My 200th SFO Flight – An Air Travel Milestone
One of the easy metrics provided by OpenFlights is how many times you've either flown into or out of an airport. With that in mind, last week I hit my 200th flight into or out of San Francisco International Airport. My 200th SFO flight wasn't just any ol' flight, either. It was a bit more special.