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TURKISH AIRLINES: Leadership shake-up. Why?
A recent leadership overhaul at Turkish Airlines has sparked industry attention. Here’s a clear breakdown of what we know as fact and what is informed speculation. The interest in this story stems from Turkish Airlines’ recent commencement of non-stop flights to Istanbul from Australia. A flight I recently took, and...
No Work All Travel
Hotel Review: Chatrium Grand Bangkok
Disclaimer: In exchange for a review, I was invited to stay at Chatrium Grand Bangkok. How is it that, after countless visits to the three shopping centers of Central World, Siam Paragon, and the MBK Center, I never knew that the Chatrium Grand Bangkok existed? It’s not a small property,...
TravelUpdate
Flight Review: Scoot Embraer 190 Samui (USM) to Singapore (SIN)
Background & Booking I needed a flight from Koh Samui to Singapore, before getting on my Singapore Airlines…
Economy Class & Beyond
SNAPSHOT: American Airlines 882 Chicago to Atlanta (Main Cabin – Exit Row)
It’s time for another of Snapshots from my most recent trip, this time focusing on the passenger experience on American Airlines 882 between Chicago and Atlanta (Main Cabin – Exit Row). I’m sure you know how I do this travel writing thing by now. But for those reading this for the...
Points Miles and Bling
Now Open – 2nd Air Canada Cafe in Vancouver YVR near C50
Air Canada Café is Air Canada’s premium, grab-and-go lounge concept, which is expanding rapidly after great success in Toronto. As…
2PAXfly
THAILAND: Travel insurance for tourists may become compulsory
Thai authorities are moving toward making travel insurance mandatory for all foreign visitors, as hospitals struggle with rising unpaid medical bills from tourists. It’s not law yet, but according to the Bangkok Post, the direction for travellers is clear, so Australians should take note. Why Thailand is cracking down The...
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BoardingArea
‘We Lasted 20 Minutes’: Woman Books Cheap Airbnb In St. Louis. Then She Finds A Room So ‘Creepy’ She Flees To A Hotel
"POV: You book the cheap Airbnb."
2PAXfly
NEW ZEALAND: Top of the South Island, what we did and ate in Picton, Havelock and Blenheim
We had three nights/four days at the Picton Waterfront Apartments, and were mainly interested in rest and relaxation. We also did a little sightseeing, and winery wining and dining. This post is a short summary of some of those activities. Hope it gives you an idea of what you can...
Points With a Crew
Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach Hotel Review (connecting rooms)
I recently returned from a trip to Honolulu - here is my Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach hotel review, including info on wifi, food, rooms, amenities, cost and more
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Woman Takes Royal Caribbean Cruise. On The Second Day, She’s The Victim Of A Crime: ‘I Would Lose My Mind’
"I have a story for you."
Travel Points Playbook
Lounge Review: SWISS Alpine Lounge Zurich
With the A-gates Swiss Business and Senator lounges near capacity during our recent layover in Zurich, the staff…
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BoardingArea
‘Someone Should Make A Horror Movie Based On This Story’: Woman Checks Into Florida Airbnb. Then She Notices Mysterious Stains On The Floor Throughout The House
"I had a horror story of Airbnb and..."
TravelUpdate
What’s it like flying Malaysia Airlines business class from Kuala Lumpur to Brisbane?
One of the reasons I chose to book with Turkish Airlines to Australia was that the final sector…
Points Miles and Bling
Layovers, Stopovers, Open-Jaws: Maximize Your Points
In your quest to fly around the world, you’ll hear terms thrown around like layover, stopover, and open-jaw. These concepts…
No Work All Travel
Flight Review: Xiamen Airlines Domestic Business Class (China)
Join me in as I offer a brief glimpse into a Xiamen Airlines domestic business class flight, from Tianjin to Guangzhou. Flying in China is no fun. Unless you’re an Olympian smoker, crave getting frisked, accept the challenge of “drinking water,” or enjoy 10 other people suddenly “joining” you at...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 581: A Premium Pair
Chatting up changes for a pair of premium cabins, plus points subscriptions, capacity shifts, and more fallout from the Iran war.
Wild About Travel
Sendai: The City of Trees
A 90-minute hop from Tokyo on Japan’s fastest train, the Hayabusa Shinkansen, brings you to Sendai, the city of trees! My critique of many Japanese cities is that they have a lot of concrete and asphalt, and not much green space. In the 19th century, Sendai’s local ruler encouraged tree...
No Work All Travel
Hotel Review: Tower Club at lebua, Bangkok
Disclaimer: In exchange for a review, I was invited to enjoy one of the new guest rooms at the Tower Club at lebua, Bangkok. The last time I stayed at the Tower Club at lebua,  the focus was on the food. Given its Michelin-starred pair of restaurants, as well as other...
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EUROPE: New EES entry system for Australians
From April 10, a major overhaul of border control across much of Europe comes into full effect, replacing the familiar passport stamp with biometric data, digital records. I experienced this when entering the Czech Republic at Prague Airport in March, and it was surprisingly efficient. It’s called the Entry/Exit System...
Live from a Lounge
BOBCARD Etihad Guest Premium Credit Card: Up to 15,000 Miles on Signup in April 2026
Etihad Guest and BOBCARD have launched a new signup offer on their newly launched co-brand credit card, the best one, so far.
Miles To Memories
Vegas May Have Lost Its Train, Plus Bruno Mars Gets a Parade & Goodbye To The Middle Class!
MTM Vegas April 8, 2026 Consider joining our Vegas Patreon to get the weekly exclusive MtM Vegas after show! You can also listen to this episode as a podcast. Learn more here.  Today’s MTM Vegas Video Brightline West suddenly looks a lot shakier, Rio’s latest shakeup raises fresh questions, and...
Economy Class & Beyond
SNAPSHOT: American Airlines 87 London Heathrow to Chicago (MAIN CABIN EXTRA)
It feels like I haven’t done one of these for some time, but it’s time for the first in a series of Snapshots from my most recent trip. So, lets kick off with passenger experiance impresessions aboard American Airlines 87 between London Heathrow and Chicago O’Hare in Main Cabin Extra. I’m...
Points Miles and Bling
Why U.S. Preclearance Isn’t Always Worth It
U.S. preclearance has its pros and cons, but it’s not always as beneficial as it seems. As a child, I…
The Alviator
Review: Swiss Business Class Lounge E, Zurich (ZRH)
A review of the non-Schengen Swiss lounge at Concourse E, which is worth going out of your way for...if the weather's good.
TravelUpdate
Review: Turkish Airlines A350-900 Business Class from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur
A Turkish Airlines A350-900 operates the service between Istanbul and Kuala Lumpur. I was on my way from…
Points Miles and Bling
Aeroplan and United MileagePlus Launch Reciprocal Free Wi-Fi Across Both Airlines
Members of Air Canada Aeroplan and United Airlines MileagePlus can now enjoy reciprocal free Wi-Fi when flying on each other’s aircraft.…
Points Miles and Bling
Where Flying Blue Still Offers the Best Value
In light of the current 25% transfer bonus from Amex MR to Air France KLM Flying Blue, it’s a great…
Economondo
Flying T’way’s Airbus A330-200: Jeju to Seoul Gimpo
Come with me as I fly on T'way Air's first A330 on a familiarisation service between Jeju and Seoul
TravelUpdate
Review: Blue Ribbon Club Lounge Samui (USM) International
Background & Access To my delight and surprise, the small airport of Koh Samui (USM) has not 1,…
Travel Codex
I Flew Emirates to Dubai During the Iran War and This Was My Experience
I recently flew with Emirates to and from Dubai during the Iran war, and my experience was pretty wild. It was definitely one of the more interesting trips I have taken, and I wanted to make this video to give you an idea of what’s really happening on the ground....
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Los Angeles Woman Plans Summer Euro-Trip With Best Friend. Then Her Friend Does The ‘Ultimate Betrayal’: ‘You’re Too Calm Actually’
"I did a girls trip with a friend..."
Miles For Family
Olympics: How Much Would You Pay to be in the “Room Where it Happens?”
As I’ve mentioned in previous posts, I’m determined to attend the LA28 Summer Olympics. Yesterday was the day that non-local LA28 Olympics hopeful attendees were notified if they won the lottery for the first ticket sales drop. Sadly, neither my husband nor I were lucky enough to be selected for...