Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Back to Helsinki Airport and the Finnair Schengen Lounge
Back to Helsinki Airport and the Finnair Schengen Lounge Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore It’s too early in the morning. Therefore, it must be time for me to get out of the hotel and back to Helsinki Airport and try the new Finnair Lounge. In this adventure...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Holiday Inn, Helsinki Airport – Taking the Long Way to Singapore
The Holiday Inn, Helsinki Airport Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Time for another night stop, this time at a Holiday Inn near Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Is it worth staying near the airport, or is a city stay more appropriate?  In this adventure I needed a break 02:40...
Traveling For Miles
Make sure you’re earning easy Amex points through Rakuten
Cash back can be great, but in the miles and points world it's the versatile transferable currencies that rule and that's why Rakuten's partnership with American Express can be a key tool to use in your day-to-day miles and points strategy. This becomes especially true as we enter the two...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Out of Vantaa Airport and into Helsinki… and a little beyond
Out of Vantaa Airport and into Helsinki… and a little beyond Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Too many people. Time to make a change about that… and head off into the heart of Central Helsinki and beyond.   In this adventure I needed a break 02:40 on the coach?...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Finnair AY142 Bangkok Suvarnabhumi to Helsinki (BUSINESS CLASS)
Finnair AY142 Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Business Class) Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore It’s time to go west and start tracking towards the Nordics and Europe. And I’m doing this in style, with a Finnair Airbus A350 with Collins Aerospace Airlounge. But can the...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: An early morning at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, and The Miracle Lounge, D Pier
An early morning at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, and The Miracle Lounge, D Pier Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore It’s time to lose myself… and get lost in a big airport. The joy of Bangkok Suvarnabhumi first thing in the morning.  In this adventure I needed a break 02:40 on...
Traveling For Miles
Interesting, my targeted Amex spending bonus offer just changed
Almost exactly a month ago, American Express published a number of targeted spending offers for holders of its business cards and as a targeted cardholder, I could see the same offer listed under two of my cards. As the offer wasn't particularly rewarding and as I didn't want to trigger...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: One Night in Bangkok, featuring the Avagard Capsule Hotel at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
One Night in Bangkok, featuring the Avagard Capsule Hotel at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore With limited time in Bangkok, do I hide in a capsule hotel, or do I go exploring? What do you think? Also, let us try a capsule hotel. In this...
Traveling For Miles
Save on select IHG stays with this new Amex offer [Targeted]
Amex has just launched a new targeted offer spending at select IHG properties in the US and its territories, and while this offer doesn't cover some of IHG's more upscale brands, the saving on offer should still be useful and relatively simple to lock in. The post Save on select IHG...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: 3K513 – Singapore Changi to Bangkok with Jetstar Asia (Economy Class)
3K513 – Singapore Changi to Bangkok with Jetstar Asia (Economy Class) Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Time for my first LCC flight of this trip, as part of the Finnair ticket. How does Jetstar Asia do? Or can Jetstar can, lah? In this adventure I needed a...
{Tech} for Travel
Power Your Travels with the Pocket-Sized Rolling Square inCharge XS
Rolling Square inCharge XS is a versatile, durable, ultra-portable charging cable with a 4-in-1 functionality and up to 240W fast charging capabilities. The post Power Your Travels with the Pocket-Sized Rolling Square inCharge XS appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Returning to Changi Airport, The Pokemon Centre at the Jewel and Terminal 4
Returning to Changi Airport, The Pokemon Centre at the Jewel and Terminal 4 Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore With a working iPhone in hand, it’s time to bid farewell to the Lion City for now. But first, I had to go through its hub… and go to...
{Tech} for Travel
Apple iPad Mini 7th Gen Specifications & Overview
The Apple iPad Mini 7th Gen is packed with new features, including the A17 Pro chip, 5G connectivity, and a brilliant Liquid Retina display. The post Apple iPad Mini 7th Gen Specifications & Overview appeared first on {Tech} for Travel.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: The fallout of a stolen iPhone and the long road to a new device  – Taking the Long Way (and back) to Singapore
The fallout of a stolen iPhone and the long road to a new device Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore This is a post I don’t want to write much… but hopefully, you’ll pick up a few notes if the worst does happen when travelling. In this adventure...
Traveling For Miles
Save $175 off select Cathay Pacific bookings with this offer [Targeted]
A day after Cathay Pacific revealed its new Business seat (Aria suite), Amex has launched a new targeted offer for spending with the Hong Kong based carrier in which it's offering a $175 statement credit on bookings made for travel originating in the United States. The post Save $175 off select...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Up to the Marina Bay Sands Skypark – Long way to Singapore
Up to the Marina Bay Sands Skypark Taking the long way (and back) to Singapore Sigh. Onto the two sections of this trip report that will be the most painful for me to write. This deals with the happy times. The story of the stolen and returned iPhone is coming...