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Three Sisters Walk in the Blue Mountains of Australia
The Three Sisters Walk in the Blue Mountains of Australia is a paved path which visitors can take to the Three Sisters Aboriginal Place, which is a natural rock formation that is recognized as a place of special cultural significance to Aboriginal people. A stone archway stands at...
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Khua Kao in Luang Prabang in Laos. Restaurant Review.
Khua Kao in Luang Prabang in Laos is an open-air restaurant that offers “a taste of Laos”; so we decided to try it. The restaurant is on...
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A Long Transit Retreat: Muui Island – A Hidden Gem next to Seoul Incheon Airport
Come with me as I explore the delights of Muui Island, a small island located right next to Incheon Airport
View from the Wing
Hyatt Quietly Added a New Vietnam Hotel Brand — Wink Da Nang Gives You a Full 24-Hour Stay
Hyatt’s new Wink Hotels partnership quietly doubled its footprint in Vietnam—and the most interesting part isn’t the branding, it’s the 24-hour stay model. At Wink Da Nang City Centre you check out 24 hours after you arrive (Globalists effectively get four extra hours on top of that). $60 bought strong...
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This is One of the Best Priority Pass Lounges In the World. Airport Lounge Review.
As I have Sky Priority elite status with airlines that are members of the SkyTeam alliance, I was disappointed when I found out that no SkyTeam lounge existed in the airport in which we were awaiting a flight to Luang Prabang in Laos; but a lounge which is a member...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 576: What’s the limit?
How much is too much change? How much is too much risk? How much is too many flights? We'll likely never know, but many seem to be trying to find out right now.
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Orla in Las Vegas. Restaurant Review.
Orla in Las Vegas is a new Mediterranean concept inside of the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Las Vegas property. We were all tired after a long day of business and anticipated dining at this restaurant which recently opened. Fortunately, tables were available without waiting at the restaurant concept by...
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Women Go On Bachelorette Trip To Punta Cana. Everyone Gets Free Upgrades Except The 2 Brides. It Only Goes Downhill From There
"They told us to 'watch your tone.'"
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Millaa Millaa Falls and Lookout in Australia
Located near the town of Millaa Millaa, Millaa Millaa Falls is considered to be the southern gateway to the Atherton Tableland in the state of Queensland in Australia — as well as part of the Waterfalls Capital of North Queensland and Heartland of World Heritage. Millaa Millaa Lookout is... The post...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Older. Never Wiser – Growing Old in Style
Older. Never Wiser. Growing Old in Style Time for some closing thoughts, conclusions and whatever else I have left to say.  In this mammoth trip report 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...
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Trip Report: American Airlines Flagship Business Class, LAX-BOS (A321T)
Sleep was my number one priority on this redeye, and it was a success. The post Trip Report: American Airlines Flagship Business Class, LAX-BOS (A321T) first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Eye of the Flyer
Surprising Differences Between the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand in 2026
My wife and I had never ever visited the land down under as well as their Kiwi neighbor to the east. We had really built up the visit to be something over the top spectacular and like nothing we had ever seen or experienced before. It lived up to every...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Of Luggage, Coffee, Coaches and a Walk – Growing Old in Style
Of Luggage, Coffee, Coaches and a Walk Growing Old in Style Let’s grab my luggage and head home. There’s the joy of the real world the next day.  In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old. Next. Off to Heathrow, Terminal 3 and Cathay Pacific Lounge BA768 London Heathrow...
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Fire Alarm at Hotel Property. At 5:45 In the Morning. Short Videos Included.
Fire alarms at hotel properties are never fun — but being startled out of sleep by a fire alarm at a hotel property at 5:45 in the morning is not exactly a great way to start the day. The incident occurred at... The post Fire Alarm at Hotel Property. At 5:45 In...
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East Japan Golden Route
Disclaimer: In exchange for a review of the East Japan Golden Route I received one JR East-South Hokkaido Pass (a JR East rail pass), as well as one hotel night in each city. Please note that there will be many photos in this report. Ever since my first trip to...