Travel Codex
Review: Delta One Suite A330-900neo, New York to Los Angeles
With my Scotland trip report finally done, it’s time to move on to other things. I still have several trips to report on, but also a few “random” items in between. One such random trip was a spin in Delta One Suite A330-900neo on its premium transcontinental service from JFK...
Travel With Grant
By the Numbers: My 10 Most Popular Blog Posts of 2025 (Plus 10 All-Time Favorites)
Discover the 10 most popular blog posts from 2025 alongside timeless classics that continue to engage readers. Explore insights on maximizing Hilton credits, navigating airline miles, and uncovering the latest credit card strategies that have captivated audiences this year. The post By the Numbers: My 10 Most Popular Blog Posts of...
TravelUpdate
DFW airport – terminal construction update
Here is an update on the ongoing construction at DFW airport. These pictures are from 14 December. I…
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Aerolineas Argentinas From Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
Aerolineas Argentinas operated a special charter flight for our group to travel from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia to catch the vessel that would take us to Antarctica. I was still in disbelief that this was actually happening. Before we... The post Aerolineas Argentinas From Buenos Aires to Ushuaia appeared first on The...
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My Overly Ambitious (and Probably Wrong) 2026 Airline, Hotel & Credit Card Predictions
The 2026 travel landscape promises intriguing changes, from airlines introducing new debit cards to hotels adjusting loyalty rewards. Will these bold predictions shape the future, or are they just wishful thinking? Dive in to explore what the year might hold. The post My Overly Ambitious (and Probably Wrong) 2026 Airline, Hotel...
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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. Copied directly from a page in...
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Reviewing My 2025 Travel Predictions: 7 Wins & Plenty of Misses
Reflecting on my bold 2025 travel predictions reveals both successes and misses, with 7 wins overall. Whether airline changes, hotel policies, or credit card tweaks, some predictions hit the mark while others missed entirely. The post Reviewing My 2025 Travel Predictions: 7 Wins & Plenty of Misses first appeared on Travel...
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Casa Lucia Meliá Collection in Buenos Aires. Hotel Review.
Casa Lucia Meliá Collection in Buenos Aires is a hotel property that was the base for the operations of Swan Hellenic to begin preparation for the trip to Ushuaia as the launch point for the itinerary of our expedition in Antarctica; and I paid extra for the option to stay...
Eye of the Flyer
The Comfort Inn South Bend Airport (SBN) via Delta Stays Review – How Very Disappointing
Introduction: My First Atlantic Crossing on the Norwegian NCL Viva Prima Class Ship Emptying my Delta SkyMiles Accounts to get Value Flying to Lisbon Portugal The Comfort Inn South Bend SBN Airport Review via Delta Stays – How Very Disappointing Interlining my Bags on a Delta Revenue Ticket and Second...
Travel Codex
Review: British Airways Lounge Glasgow
Before heading on to Paris via London to head home, I took some time to check out the British Airways Lounge Glasgow. While a small outstation lounge, it’s actually a quite nice space to spend some time. Arguably nicer than the Heathrow Galleries lounges, to be honest. This post is...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
The Southernmost Airport Lounge in the World. Airport Lounge Review.
Prior to traveling as a passenger aboard an airplane on a domestic flight from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires, I was actually able to experience the W Lounge at Ushuaia – Malvinas Argentinas International Airport, which is the southernmost airport lounge in the world. After finally... The post The Southernmost Airport Lounge in...
Hawaii Calling
Review: The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay — North Shore Luxury with Room to Breathe
After spending years reviewing resorts across Hawai‘i, I can say that Turtle Bay has always held a certain mystique. It’s remote, rugged, and unmistakably North Shore — the opposite of Waikīkī’s polished vertical skyline. So when Ritz-Carlton added its mark here, I knew I had to see whether the experience...
Altitude Yes
Incredible Show of the Northern Lights on a Flight to Japan (Part 2)
This marked my fourth time seeing the Northern Lights from an airplane. The post Incredible Show of the Northern Lights on a Flight to Japan (Part 2) first appeared on Altitude Yes.
Travel Codex
Review: Carlton George Hotel Glasgow
For my two-night stay in Glasgow, as is custom, I looked for a non-chain alternative. Fortunately, since February isn’t exactly high season in Scotland, there was no shortage of options. In the end, I selected the Carlton George Hotel Glasgow, part of the “Carlton Collection”, a small chain of 11...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: 50 Up. Growing Old with In Style – Return to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur with Three Alliances and an LCC 
50 Up. Growing Old with In Style Return to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur with Three Alliances and an LCC. And to quote Monty Python, Its time for something completely different. Join me as I try a few new airlines and experience destinations I love. Join me as I get old....