The House Always Wins: Remember That Loyalty Programs Hold All The Cards
After reading a recent lengthy post on an Aeroplan promotion that went sour for many, it left me mulling over how unilateral loyalty programs actually are.
Have You Ever Been on a Flight Transporting Human Remains?
Last week I was waiting to deplane an Alaska flight when I noticed something odd: a casket was being unloaded. There had been a dead body on our plane.
Best Hotel Promo Dies, Critical Info on the Coronavirus, and Is It Okay to Self-Upgrade?
Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!
Review: British Airways A380 World Traveller Basic – LHR to SFO
For my return from Barcelona, I flew a British Airways World Traveller basic economy ticket. This included flying long-haul A380 economy. Here's my review:
5 Exciting 2020 Hotel Openings That May Interest You
I don't always follow new hotels, but here are some exciting 2020 hotel openings I've been watching for a few months. All available on points, too!
Did One of the Best Hotel Promotions Just Die?
IHG Point Breaks has been one of the hotel promotions I've constantly eyed over the years. But now it's possible that this feature of IHG Rewards is gone.
This Is How I Determine the Value of My Award Travel
Ever hear bloggers bragging about getting insane value for their miles? That's not always a fair picture. Here's how I determine the value of award travel.
Review: Hotel de Anza San Jose, A Hyatt Destination Hotel
I thought I'd book a stay at the Hotel De Anza San Jose, my first experience at one of Hyatt's new Destination Hotels. The experience was less than stellar.
Why I’m Ditching My Smartphone For Better Travel (and Life)
Lately I've realized that my smartphone doesn't add any real value to my life. At least, the net result is negative. But I'm split over whether to ditch it.
Boeing Asking for $10 Billion, Another Airline Collapsing, and a Bougie Bunny in Business Class
Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!