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...
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...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 519: Rankings and Rantings
We're back in the USA and ready for some news and rants this week. Some of them are even reasonable.
Wingtips
Review: Aeromexico Business Class JFK-MEX B789.
I recently took an unplanned trip to Cancun, Mexico. I initially planned to do the SAS million-mile challenge;… The post Review: Aeromexico Business Class JFK-MEX B789. appeared first on Wingtips.
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 518: Barra or Bust!
A quick hop to the beach runway at Barra was part of this week's adventure, plus Frontier, rockets, and more.
Wild About Travel
Flying Batik Air for the First Time: What You Need to Know
I have been avoiding Batik Air for a long time, but I finally decided to try them. This review reflects my first experience with Batik Air, an airline that enjoys many negative Trip Advisor reviews. Summary Rating: 61%Route: Krabi to Kuala Lumpur, 667 km, 1 hour 16 minuteAirline: Batik Air...
Travel With Grant
The 7 Miles & Points Tools / Services that I Pay For
Discover the top 5 miles and points tools worth paying for to maximize your travel rewards and savings. From AwardWallet's comprehensive tracking to Points Path's award flight insights, find out how these essential services can streamline your travel planning. Plus, explore bonus travel services like ExpressVPN and the Solis Global...
Travel With Grant
My 2024 Travel Recap: Elite Statuses, Flights & Hotel Nights
Discover my 2024 travel adventures, including elite airline and hotel statuses, 30 flights, and 33 hotel nights. From earning Alaska Airlines MVP Elite Status to utilizing Hilton's Friends & Family plan, explore how I navigated the skies and luxury stays without Hyatt Globalist Elite Status. Join me as I recount...
Wild About Travel
2024 Recapped: Best and Worst Airports in the World
Over the last week, I have reviewed my 2024 destinations and rated the best and worst airlines. Today, I want to focus on the best and worst airports after flying to or from 65 airports in 2024 and 289 in my lifetime. Whether you’re starting your journey or connecting at...
Wild About Travel
My 2024 Around the World – now 90 Countries
Happy New Year! Where did you explore/enjoy/experience in 2024? I had a phenomenal 2024, visiting 28 countries throughout the year, including five new ones. This brings the total number of countries I have ever visited to 90. I also explored 15 new cities, and flew my 100th Boeing 747! From...
Travel With Grant
2024’s Must-Reads: Have You Read My Most Popular Posts Yet?
Discover the top 10 must-read blog posts of 2024 and revisit timeless favorites from previous years. From savvy travel tips and financial insights to popular product reviews, these posts have captivated readers all year long. Have you explored these trending topics yet? Dive in now to catch up on what...
Nerd Ka Travel
Alaska Airlines Premium Class Review Seattle To Dallas September 2022
Due personal reasons I needed to go to Dallas even though I had just arrived from Atlanta the night before. It felt like I was slowly turning into an airplane. This trip report is a hybrid of the same flight
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 513: We Try Harder(ish)
Is it finally time for some passenger rights in the USA? And why does air travel feel more unbundled than ever, in every class of travel?