The Gate with Brian Cohen
Echo Point Lookout in the Blue Mountains of Australia
Echo Point Lookout in the Blue Mountains of Australia is a place which visitors can take in breathtaking views of the Three Sisters Aboriginal Place — which is a natural rock formation that is recognized as a place of special cultural significance to Aboriginal people — and the surrounding landscape.
At...
2PAXfly
NEW ROUTES 2026 #8: Fiji Airways adds Gold Coast flights
You will soon be able to fly direct from the Gold Coast to Fiji. That’s one holiday destination to another. But, the upside is that it may offer an interesting route to the US. From 11 June 2026, Gold Coast travellers can fly direct to Nadi three times weekly, connecting...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Chả Cá Thắng in Hà Nội in Vietnam. Restaurant Review.
Chả Cá Thắng in Hà Nội in Vietnam has no menus because it specializes in only one local dish for which it is known: Chả cá Lã Vọng or Chả cá Thắng Long. The restaurant received good reviews and was within walking distance of where we were staying; so we...
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WEEKLY REVIEW: Sunday 22 March, 2026
I’ve been enjoying my week back in Sydney. I’ll soon be winging my way to Europe for a few weeks. I’m set to experience some new destinations and a new airline. I hope to have some interesting blog posts for you along the way. What happened last week? Two more...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
The Tallest Hedge In the World: Meikleour Beech Hedge in Scotland
Officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the longest and tallest hedge in the world, Meikleour Beech Hedge in Scotland was first planted in autumn of 1745 by Robert Murray Nairne and his wife Jean Mercer to define the eastern border of their land.
This European Beech hedge is measured at...
Frequent Miler
How best to spend $115K… Asking for a friend | Frequent Miler on the Air Ep350 | 3-20-26
In today’s podcast episode, we’ll share 3 ways to improve your Google Wallet, we’ll see how Marriott Bonvoyed us again, and Nick will explain how he would spend $115K. How best to spend $115K… Asking for a friend Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform....
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EMIRATES ETIHAD QATAR: Extend status for loyal members
The big three Gulf carriers, that’s Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways, have begun rolling out status protection measures for their loyalty members. They are aknowledging current reality that disrupted travel means fewer flights, and fewer flights mean it’s harder to retain status. Background The disruption caused by the war...
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QANTAS: To review airfares every fortnight during Middle East war. Other airlines introduce fuel surcharges.
Qantas says it will review international airfares every two weeks, as soaring fuel costs and a rapidly shifting global aviation map make even short-term pricing forecasts difficult. It’s not alone, airlines across Australia, Europe and Asia are now raising fares, adjusting schedules and warning of more changes to come. Background...
Wild About Travel
The Garden Route: Africa’s Edge
In high school, I attended a talk by a South African exchange student. Two things stayed with me: his description of apartheid in its final years, and his description of the Garden Route. I knew I had to visit. This route traces the edge of Africa, where the continent ends...
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DELTA AIR LINES: Sydney bound flight hit with extreme turbulence. Passengers hospitalised
Just breaking: Some people have sustained injuries on a Delta flight from Los Angeles to Sydney. The flight experienced extreme turbulence during the flight this morning. Emergency services attended Sydney Airport prior to the flight landing. Radio station 2GB reported that the plane was struck by intense turbulence. This resulted...
Miles To Memories
Mini Review: Detroit To Istanbul Turkish Airlines Business Class
Detroit to Istanbul Business Class Flight Review I flew Turkish Airlines Business Class for the first time a few days ago and figured I would share a couple of thoughts about my experience. I’ll go over how we booked, what I thought of the hard and soft product, and anything...
