Picking the best airlines and hotel chains is definitely a subjective task. The more you travel, the bigger viewpoint you have. But, we all have different things we like. I wrote about a survey recently that tried to peg the best and the worst…
American Airlines is offering a pretty easy 1,000 miles if you play a quick game they have on Facebook, and if you fly you can earn another 9,000 more. It feels like easy games like this to earn miles have become more scarce. Whether…
London is reducing it’s very high departure taxes for flights. United is giving status to folks who didn’t earn it. Marriott is mostly raising the price of award redemptions. And, Delta makes a rare change in favor of the customer.
While plenty of planes have in-flight entertainment systems, I’m always happy to bring my own (my iPad) with me. It’s gotten to the point where I don’t really remember what I did before I had an iPad. Work tasks are easier and they serve…
What do you get when one of the most likable executives in the travel industry invites 25 or so frequent travelers to come have a drink? The Milepoint/Hyatt Happy Hour. No question I’m a Hyatt HomerTM. But I think the attendees at this event…
It’s not exactly news that Delta is increasing it’s footprint in Seattle. It’s been dropping bombs on competitors and partners alike (talking about you, Alaska Airlines). They started to increase flights in and out of Seattle and throwing around a lot of miles, both…
Thanks to Neil M. for sending along this article from Bankrate.com (pretty sure my father tried to send it to me as well, but the link didn’t come through). I usually get a good chuckle out of broad statements like “best” and “worst” because…
Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile is newly renovated and poised to surprise those who have stayed there before or not at all. The lobby area is especially inviting, with a sushi bar, iMacs for guest use, a library and a bar. The rooms are very functional and very nicely appointed.
The Park Hyatt Place Vendome in Paris is a spectacular property. The staff are exceedingly welcoming. The rooms are impeccable. The junior suite we stayed in was beautiful and spacious. The breakfast buffet is one of the best I’ve seen.
I consider myself very lucky. I have a wife and two lovely children (who actually behave sometimes). And, I’ve been lucky to travel the world in luxurious fashion for not much money. There were a number of reasons I started writing this blog again…