ATX Jetsetter
Introduction: A Birthday Jaunt Across Japan
Mrs. ATX and I are back from a fantastic, 10 day, trip to Japan with some of our Denver based travel friends. To Mrs. ATX’s delight, there wasn’t much in the form of flights on this trip. However, we did stay at some wonderful, and unique, properties during...
Live and Let’s Fly
My Busy 36 Hours In Germany…
I had a busy day and a half in Germany, but it was a great bookend to my summer and a lovely time with my children in a land that I deeply love. 36 Busy But Beautiful Hours In Southern Germany Recall that my wife Heidi had to return to work, but...
TravelUpdate
Hotel Perte at the MonteCasino complex in Johannesburg
The Monte Casino complex is a great place to stay when you are in Johannesburg. It consists of 4 different hotels, a casino, cinemas, restaurants, shops and the Teatro (a theater which opened about 20 years ago with the first performance in Africa of ‘The Lion King’.) I see that ‘Chicago’...
Hawaii Calling
Queen Kapiolani Hotel Review: Retro Charm with Diamond Head Views
This Queen Kapiolani Hotel review has been a long time coming after many reader requests. Loved by locals, it could be a great fit for you too—depending on what matters most in your stay. Sitting at the southeastern edge of Waikiki, the Queen Kapiolani Hotel is a long-time favorite for return...
Altitude Yes
Textbook Global Entry at JFK: 10 Minutes from Deplaning to the Train
The international arrival experience, particularly at major airports in the United States, can be a tiresome experience. This becomes exponentially more stressful during a connection, if there’s a train you want to catch, or a meeting you have to attend right after arrival. Whenever I travel internationally, I always try to...
Eye of the Flyer
What to Expect with an NCL Haven Embarkation
Introduction – Big Family Cruise in a HUGE Suite Why We Chose Alaska For Our Three Generation Cruise Crossing North America in American Airlines First Class Fairmont Waterfront Vancouver – Pre-Cruise Hotel Review What to Expect with an NCL Haven Embarkation Our First Time Sailing Norwegian Cruise Line Comparing the NCL Haven to Sister Line Oceania...
Live from a Lounge
Review: Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 Business Class (Delhi – Singapore)
Earlier this month, I found myself heading out on a trip where I had to be in many places at the same time. The trip first took me to Singapore for a quick weekend. Out of the few options I had for travelling between Delhi and Singapore, I chose Singapore...
TravelUpdate
Lost luggage on British Airways that was not their fault !
I had the most interesting experience with my bag being delayed, then trying to reach me and then being un-trackable for a few days. It was all on British Airways but the original problem was caused by South African ground staff who dd not move my bag from a cancelled flight...
TravelUpdate
Strasbourg Day 2: More Beauty, More History
Early morning walks are a common feature of my travels. The chill is noticeable as I leave the voco Strasbourg, but the clear skies promise a fairly pleasant winter day. It would certainly be more pleasant to visit in the summer, but I’m also finding I prefer the uncrowded off-season. I...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
And As the Full Moon Rises Over Medina of Fes in Morocco…
Note: This article pertaining to And As the Full Moon Rises Over Medina of Fes in Morocco… was originally published on Monday, September 24, 2018 at 10:02 in the evening and has been updated. …the sun sets to usher in the cooler night air; but the noises in this ancient part...
Altitude Yes
Revisiting the Worst Jet Lag of My Life
Having done many transpacific flights throughout my life, jet lag has been something I’ve learned to deal with. The truth is, there’s no solid, one method cure to it, especially when flying through many time zones. It also tends to vary trip by trip, and one particular trip comes to mind...
Live and Let’s Fly
Introduction: A Quick Family Trip To Germany With AA’s New 787-9 Flagship Business Class + SAS A330-300
Welcome to my next trip report series, which will recount my recent, very brief trip to Germany to pick up my kids from their summer holiday with Oma and Opa. This report will include flights on the new AA 787-9 Flagship Business Class product, a regional flight on SAS, and...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 552: Fuming mad!
Unwinding joint operations is not easy, but it must happen thanks to a DOT ruling. Plus fumes in the cabin, a hilariously low fine and some questionable funding in play. Also in this episode: Delta/Aeromexico antitrust immunity officially killed JetBlue and Breeze chipping at FLL Lufthansa Group centralizing more Boeing fine for Alaska plug blowout...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Hotel Iliria in Sarandë in Albania. Hotel Review.
Hotel Iliria is a hotel property that is located in the city of Sarandë, which is central to what is known as the Albanian Riviera along the Albanian Ionian Sea Coast, which sounded nice — so I booked a reservation for one night there. Hotel Iliria in Sarandë in Albania. Hotel...
Live and Let’s Fly
Eat, Drink, And Be Merry: Springtime In Germany
As always, my holiday in Germany was filled with rest and relaxation, but during this springtime season of the year, I enjoyed the added bonus of virtually endless white asparagus and strawberries. My Beautiful Springtime Journey To Southwest Germany If a picture is worth a thousand words, I think the picture above...