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Reynisfjara Beach in Iceland — Before Powerful Ocean Currents Changed It
Reynisfjara Beach in Iceland is different now that when I visited it during a cold overcast day because relentlessly powerful ocean currents have eroded the beach to the point where it has significantly changed, as many places on the famous black sand beach are no longer easily accessible. Despite the... The post...
a woman lying in a blanket and a pyramid
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‘Please do your research’: Women book ‘luxury’ Egyptian retreat. There’s no bathroom, hot water, or heat
"It’s not safe to be in no Airbnb type settings, you will get taken.”
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‘This felt personal’: Cleveland woman goes to bathroom in first class. Then the flight attendant makes a targeted announcement
"The most public walk of shame..."
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: TK1753 Istanbul Airport to Oslo Airport (BUSINESS CLASS)  – Growing Old in Style
TK1753 Istanbul Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (BUSINESS CLASS) Growing Old in Style Time to head from one level of cold to another. It’s off to Oslo on an aircraft that feels like it’s done some hard time in its life.  In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old....
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Baden-Baden, Germany: Hiking to the Altes Schloss and a Charming Aldstadt
The chilly February air jolts me awake as I begin my climb up to the castle above Baden-Baden. I'd be filled with regret if I didn't hike any of Germany's black forest, and today is the one day I have where I can do so. I hope to make the...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Back to Istanbul Airport and the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge
Back to Istanbul Airport and the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge Growing Old in Style Time to head back to Istanbul Airport and experience the wonder of the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge. But how to get to the airport…   In this mammoth trip report Yes. I’m that old. Next....
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Civil Kitchen in Springfield in Missouri. Restaurant Review.
Civil Kitchen in Springfield in Missouri is owned and operated by a family since it first opened on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. The menu was inspired by both the civil engineering background of the owner and a genuine love for delicious comforting meals that are made from scratch. Located on the... The...
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‘Consult an attorney’: Family books $4,000 Royal Caribbean cruise because it’s their autistic son’s dream vacation. After check-in, the company says their booking was canceled. Now they can’t get their money back
"He has severe autism, he really wanted to go on a cruise with his family."
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The Prawnster in Brisbane in Australia. Restaurant Review.
When I first learned about The Prawnster in Brisbane, it reminded me of a similar concept at which I dined in Cairns called Prawn Star after spending the day snorkeling out on the Great Barrier Reef. Differences do exist between the two dining concepts, which... The post The Prawnster in Brisbane...
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Prawn Star in Cairns in Australia. Restaurant Review.
Prawn Star in Cairns was misleading to me as I walked on the pier at the marina after spending the day out on the Great Barrier Reef. It looked like a place with a goofy name where one purchases fresh seafood to prepare elsewhere. The name Prawn Star had me...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Into Turkey and The Sheraton Levant, Istanbul – Growing Old in Style
Into Turkey and The Sheraton Levant, Istanbul Growing Old in Style Time for a new country to tick off. Let’s enter Turkey properly, and head off to my residence of the night – The Sheraton Levant.  In this mammoth trip report (note, headings subject to change) Yes. I’m that old....
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Whales in Charlotte Bay in Antarctica
Our agenda after we spent the morning at both Meusnier Point on the continent and in Recess Cove and then enjoying lunch during the first full day in Antarctica was for all of us to cruise around Charlotte Bay in zodiacs and keep an eye out for whales. The reason why...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: TK209 Singapore Changi to Istanbul Airport (BUSINESS CLASS) – Growing Old in Style
TK209 Singapore Changi Terminal 1 to Istanbul Airport (BUSINESS CLASS) Growing Old in Style It’s time to start heading towards Europe as I start to bring my Asian adventure to a close. How does Turkish Airlines stack up in Business Class with one of their newer products?  In this mammoth...
Live and Let’s Fly
24 Hours In Taipei: How I Spent An Amazing Layover In Taiwan’s Capital
I fell in love with Taipei during my late autumn trip a few months back and fell in love with it all over again this month after a lovely long layover between EVA Air flights. 24 Hours In Taipei: Church, Coffee, MRT, And The Perfect Layover I arrived in Taipei...
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Sailing to Orkney with NorthLink Ferries: Aberdeen to Kirkwall
Sailing from Aberdeen to Orkney on the MV Hjaltland