Live and Let’s Fly
Introduction: A330-300 Trip On SAS + Brussels Airlines
As I depart for Hong Kong, I’ll share a recent trip report this week of a short journey to Denmark to fly on SAS and Brussels Airlines in business class, both on the A330-300. Frankly, I was disappointed at how this trip turned out…but that’s the risk you take when...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Morning Manoeuvres at Heathrow Terminal 3. Wait… Terminal 3? – Miles to Bucharest
TRIP REPORT: Morning Manoeuvres at Heathrow Terminal 3. Wait… Terminal 3? Miles to Bucharest Every journey has a beginning. It seems a lot of mine are in the middle of the night. Join me as I leave the Midlands and head into the wonder of Heathrow Airport at 6am in...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Rí Rá Irish Pub in Las Vegas. Restaurant Review.
I did not know that Rí Rá Irish Pub in Las Vegas was actually one of four locations: Las Vegas, Charlotte, Burlington, and Portland in Maine. When we decided to dine there, I initially thought that the Las Vegas location in the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Las Vegas property...
Suites and Lobbies
American Airlines Premium Economy Review: Honolulu (HNL) to Phoenix (PHX) on the Boeing 787-8
For this trip, I flew from Honolulu (HNL) to Phoenix (PHX) on American Airlines’ Boeing 787-8 in Premium Economy. I recently flew the same cabin on a 777 from Dallas-Fort Worth to Honolulu, so I was interested in comparing the experience between the two aircraft. This was a redeye flight,...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Miles to Bucharest – Operation Silver with British Airways
TRIP REPORT: Miles to Bucharest Operation Silver with British Airways It’s time for a trip report, this time trying to get the final set of Tier Points in before total and utter chaos kicks in with certain loyalty programmes and secure Silver Status. Buckle in for some entertainment. In this...
Eye of the Flyer
Is the Shake Shack Burger on Delta Any Good? (Review)
Back in November 2024, Delta Air Lines announced they would serve Shake Shack burgers on select domestic routes from Boston (BOS). This was a surprising partnership: serving branded chain food (and fast food, at that) on Delta flights, as the airline is usually known for partnering with independent eateries for...
2PAXfly
FLIGHT REVIEW: Emirates A380 First CLASS with showers, Christchurch to Sydney — Part 1
Finally, I get to experience First Class on an Emirates A380 with shower suites. I feel like I was the only travel blogger who had not been exposed to this experience, albeit for only 3+ hours – until now. Introduction to a review of First Class on the Emirates A380...
Wild About Travel
Mind-blowing Experience on Thailand’s most Perilous Rail Route
I’ve always had a passion for trains and train travel. Over the years, I’ve ridden trains in 76 of the 90 countries I’ve visited, from Finland to Morocco to the USA, Chile, and New Zealand. A few years ago, I made it my mission to ride every rail line in...
2PAXfly
TRIP REVIEW: Qantas — Double Status Credits long way Sydney to Adelaide with upgrades
I took my first flight for 2025 on Qantas between Sydney and Adelaide via Melbourne. It makes for a long trip, but when you buy the fare on a Double Status Credits promotion, it is one way of maximising your status credits. Points Upgrades I applied for points upgrades to...
Eye of the Flyer
Size Matters: Why We Prefer Oceania Cruises Larger Ships
It's not just a cheeky saying. Sometimes, size really does matter -- and it really is about the motion of the ocean. Here's why we prefer Oceania Cruises larger ships like Vista, Marina, and Riviera over smaller ships like Sirena.
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Live and Let’s Fly
Introduction: Greener Pastures On American Airlines And Delta Air Lines?
Welcome to my next trip report, a brief recount of my recent transcontinental trip to the East Coast on American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. As a loyal United Airlines flyer, it’s nice to check out the competition once in a while. I Try Delta And American Transcontinental Business Class…...
Wild About Travel
Malaysia’s Jungle Railway: From the Heart of the Country to the Sea
The Jungle Line (Malaysian East Coast Railway) was one of the most stunning and enjoyable train rides ever! Time flew by, and I got off the train feeling like I had completed an adventure. Summary Yesterday, I outlined how to ride Malaysia’s rail system. The country has two main rail...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
McHugh’s Bar in Northern Ireland: Oldest Surviving Building in Belfast. Restaurant Review.
McHugh’s Bar in Northern Ireland is located in the oldest surviving building in Belfast and one of the oldest restaurants in the world, as it was established in 1711 — that is 314 years ago — and that is where we wanted to eat dinner.
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