Welcome back! In the first part of this review, I covered the logistics of staying at a private island resort in the Maldives and reviewed the Fairmont Maldives overwater villa. In this post, I will talk about the resort grounds, amenities, and dinin
read moreFor the first leg of my trip home from Vienna, I chose Austrian A321 Business Class. Why the upgrade to intra-Europe Business Class? Though the product is usually unremarkable, the buy-up here wasn’t particularly large. I paid €331 for this o
read moreA return trip to Asia, and another marathon. I recently was in Tokyo, back after several years, and to run the marathon. My arrival was before my family, to hopefully adapt to the 13 hour time difference before the race, and to accomodate both scho
read moreI just got back from a 5-night stay at the Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi Island and I can honestly say, this was the most incredible vacation I have ever taken. The entire experience from beginning to end, including the seaplane transfers, and am
read moreTurkish Airlines business class consistently receives accolades for being among the top ways to fly in comfort to Europe, the middle east and beyond. Bloggers rave about the comfort, and unparalleled service, particularly within its esteemed Business
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read moreIn this post, I will review my 2-day stay at the Bellagio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. This stay was booked through American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts (FHR), which is American Express’ network of upscale luxury properties around the wor
read moreI have a Django app that currently has some tools for the user to try out. I made an implementation of TextFSM and the way its set up is by making a TextArea form where the user can type his code and then it will output the result. Form looks like th
read moreMore than 30 countries—including European nations, the United States, Brazil and China—took part on Thursday in the first-ever summit held by the United Nations' atomic energy agency to promote nuclear as a "clean and reliable source of energy".
read moreMore than 30 countries -- including European nations, the United States, Brazil and China -- took part on Thursday in the first-ever summit held by the United Nations' atomic energy agency to promote nuclear as a "clean and reliable source of energy"
read moreFrontier Airlines is bringing back their very famous all you can fly pass. This year you can have an unlimited number of flights for just $399, all summer long. Both Domestic flights and international destinations are included. This summer pass allow
read moreNow, through February 29th, you can purchase Alaska Airlines miles with up to a 60% bonus. This offer is NOT targeted so any Mileage Plan member can purchase miles and receive the bonus just by signing in to your Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan accoun
read moreI have flown Qatar Airways economy class a couple of times prior to this flight and I have always enjoyed my experiences with them. I thought the food, service and amenities provided on those prior flights were great and I was really looking forward
read moreAlaska Airlines is now serving their first-ever custom craft beer. Alaska Airlines has been a leader of using west coast brands on their flights throughout North America. Long time flyers might remember Seattle Based Jones Soda on board instead of co
read moreI generally stay away from the big chains when traveling abroad, preferring boutique hotels instead. On this trip, I decided to splurge a little, and go a step up from what I usually do. Kempisnki has a collection of largely historic hotels throughou
read moreI’ve long been a runner, but in the last few years, I’ve combined a few of my passions, running and travel. Completing the World Marathon Majors has become a goal. I ran the NYC marathon years ago, and done a few others more recently. Mor
read moreThe Al Maha Lounge at Doha Hamad International Airport is located in the transit area of the international terminal. There are two sides to the airport (north and south) and the lounge is located in the south side, adjacent to the famous Bear Lamp. F
read moreLate flights are just a fact of life when traveling by air. Sometimes the airline just screws up and your flight departs late. Other times, there are factors beyond the airline’s control such as weather or air traffic control delays. When
read moreIf you’re looking for a summer vacation and you haven’t decided what you want to do yet, maybe it’s time to consider a cruise. Atlas Ocean Voyages has launched the deal of the year with trips starting at $2,399 per person! Offering both polar e
read moreQatar Airways is consistently ranked as one of the best airlines in the world and after this flight, I can definitely see why. Their Q-Suites hard product is nearly perfect and their soft product, from their service and catering to the amenities prov
read moreVirgin Voyages is the hip new cruise line that is calling all adults to the Sea. Come and experience ocean cruising without the kids! Departing from the conventional norms of cruise vacations, Virgin Voyages has injected a refreshing dose of hipness
read moreAfter a busy day exploring Vienna, I headed to the airport a little early for my evening flight. With a couple of hours to kill, I headed to the Austrian Business Lounge Vienna F Gates. At least at off-peak times, this lounge offers comfortable seati
read moreIn the realm of travel dreams, few experiences rival the allure of cruising through Africa’s diverse landscapes and rich cultural tapestry. Swan Hellenic, a beacon of luxury and exploration in the cruise industry, offers an extraordinary opport
read moreAs a traveler, there’s something undeniably exciting about stepping into a new airport lounge – a sanctuary amidst the hustle and bustle of terminals, where comfort, convenience, and indulgence intertwine. It’s even more exciting when the l
read moreIt’s finally here, the very long awaiting service to Seattle from Philippine Airlines (PAL). Philippine Airlines nonstop service from Manila to Seattle will launch in October 2024 after serval years of delay due to both FAA restrictions and the
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