The Gate with Brian Cohen
Northern Lights in Sweden. Aurora Borealis.
The main part of the itinerary to most of the Nordic countries was to view the northern lights in Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Iceland, as we had never personally witnessed this phenomenon before the trip — but Aurora Borealis might not have appeared due to weather and other factors. The first...
2PAXfly
HOTEL REVIEW: Bring boltcutters? Picton Waterfront Apartments, New Zealand
Our New Zealand holiday continued once we arrived in Picton and alighted from the Interisland ferry, picked up our hire car and made our way to the Waterfront Apartments, ready for our four-night stay, with a view straight down Picton harbour. Car Hire Just a note, that another visitor, who...
ATX Jetsetter
Booked: A 72 Hour Dash Across Europe
For my first major trip report of 2026, I'll be spending 72 hours criss-crossing Europe in February. The post Booked: A 72 Hour Dash Across Europe appeared first on ATX Jetsetter.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Welcome to Istanbul Airport… Wait, where’s my passport? Growing Old in Style
Welcome to Istanbul Airport… Wait, where’s my passport? Growing Old with In Style Time for a new business class experience. How does the Turkish Airlines Mid-Haul Experience stack up?  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to Heathrow, Terminal 3 and...
Live and Let’s Fly
Inside Alaska Airlines’ New Global Livery Reveal: My Quick Trip To Seattle
It’s time for another “day in the life of a travel blogger” story, where I’ll share about a very quick trip to Seattle for the global livery reveal for Alaska Airlines. My Trip To Seattle For Alaska Airlines Livery Reveal With so many obligations and only 24 hours in a...
Altitude Yes
Trip Report: Japan Airlines First Class, Chicago to Tokyo (ORD-HND)
The meal service and watching the Northern Lights from bed were the biggest highlights from this flight. The post Trip Report: Japan Airlines First Class, Chicago to Tokyo (ORD-HND) first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: The Best Laid Oslo Plans and the OSL Lounge – Growing Old in Style
The Best Laid Oslo Plans and the OSL Lounge Growing Old with In Style In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to Heathrow, Terminal 3 and Cathay Pacific Lounge BA768 London Heathrow to Oslo Airport (Club Europe) The Best Laid Oslo...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: BA768 London Heathrow to Oslo Airport (Club Europe/European Business Class) – Growing Old in Style
BA768 London Heathrow to Oslo Airport (Club Europe/European Business Class) Growing Old with In Style In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to Heathrow, Terminal 3 and Cathay Pacific Lounge BA768 London Heathrow to Oslo Airport (Club Europe) The Best Laid...
Travel Codex
Review: Delta One Suite A330-900neo, New York to Los Angeles
With my Scotland trip report finally done, it’s time to move on to other things. I still have several trips to report on, but also a few “random” items in between. One such random trip was a spin in Delta One Suite A330-900neo on its premium transcontinental service from JFK...
Travel With Grant
By the Numbers: My 10 Most Popular Blog Posts of 2025 (Plus 10 All-Time Favorites)
Discover the 10 most popular blog posts from 2025 alongside timeless classics that continue to engage readers. Explore insights on maximizing Hilton credits, navigating airline miles, and uncovering the latest credit card strategies that have captivated audiences this year. The post By the Numbers: My 10 Most Popular Blog Posts of...
TravelUpdate
DFW airport – terminal construction update
Here is an update on the ongoing construction at DFW airport. These pictures are from 14 December. I…
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Aerolineas Argentinas From Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
Aerolineas Argentinas operated a special charter flight for our group to travel from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia to catch the vessel that would take us to Antarctica. I was still in disbelief that this was actually happening. Before we... The post Aerolineas Argentinas From Buenos Aires to Ushuaia appeared first on The...
Travel With Grant
My Overly Ambitious (and Probably Wrong) 2026 Airline, Hotel & Credit Card Predictions
The 2026 travel landscape promises intriguing changes, from airlines introducing new debit cards to hotels adjusting loyalty rewards. Will these bold predictions shape the future, or are they just wishful thinking? Dive in to explore what the year might hold. The post My Overly Ambitious (and Probably Wrong) 2026 Airline, Hotel...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
McHugh’s Bar in Northern Ireland: Oldest Surviving Building in Belfast. Restaurant Review.
McHugh’s Bar in Northern Ireland is located in the oldest surviving building in Belfast and one of the oldest restaurants in the world, as it was established in 1711 — that is 314 years ago — and that is where we wanted to eat dinner. Copied directly from a page in...
Travel With Grant
Reviewing My 2025 Travel Predictions: 7 Wins & Plenty of Misses
Reflecting on my bold 2025 travel predictions reveals both successes and misses, with 7 wins overall. Whether airline changes, hotel policies, or credit card tweaks, some predictions hit the mark while others missed entirely. The post Reviewing My 2025 Travel Predictions: 7 Wins & Plenty of Misses first appeared on Travel...