American Airlines
In 2013 unveiled the new livery dubbed… “The New American”. To this day it remains one of the least attractive liveries flying for a major carrier. There are a many complaints on how they are upgrading the fleet with a less than generous space in the Economy Class. However, American … Read More
Belmond Safaris – Grand Tour of Southern Africa
Belmond Safaris has recently released the pricing for their best All-Inclusive Safari package for 2020. Including all 3 of their lodges in Botswana and a few days before or after the Safari at their wonderful Mount Nelson Hotel in Cape Town. You can mix and match the 3 Botswana Lodges … Read More
Mauna Lani – Reopens after a $160 Million Dollar Refurbishment
I do very much like Hawaii, especially the Kona and Kohala Coast of the Big Island. The weather is better than most of the other islands (less rain) and it is generally a bit less humid and sunnier. What I generally do not like are most of the hotels in … Read More
Destination: Siem Reap / Angkor Wat
There is more to Siem Reap than Angkor Wat There is a bit more charm to this little city than I anticipated, and yes, it has a bit of that party atmosphere and fun nightlife. A pleasant little town to sit back and enjoy the culture and a few good … Read More
Destination: Cambodia
After finishing my first journey through Cambodia, I admit I am excited to return. It is one of the more charming countries in Asia. Tourism has undoubtedly taken off in Cambodia but it still remains relatively off the beaten track, compared to Vietnam. This makes steering clear of crowds – … Read More
Destination: Phnom Penh
Once known as the ‘Pearl of Asia’, Phnom Penh has worked hard to rise from the ashes of its troubled past, reinventing itself as a bustling cultural capital. As with most of Cambodia, the best season to visit is their dry season, October to the end of February. Most transactions … Read More
Destination: Vietnam
In preparation for an upcoming trip, I wanted to get details of pre and post journey here. Vietnam is a dramatic mix of Old and New and has taken its rightful place as one of Asia’s most vibrant, romantic, and traditional destinations. Explore dramatic, fascinating history in cities like Hanoi … Read More
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines is arguably the better of the main US Carriers. After their merger with Northwest Airlines in 2008, they responded quickly in rebranding and providing a relatively consistent product, that proved better than it’s direct competition. Currently Delta is in the midst of a much needed fleet renewal … Read More
Virgin Atlantic Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways (VS) revolutionized the Airline industry with the release of its “Upper Class” product giving direct aisle access for all seating. It landed somewhere between International Business Class and First Class of the time, and started the race for the best business class seating on international routes. With … Read More
Destination: Venice
Unforgettable Venice is a city to be savored. Let a gondolier serenade you as you glide past graceful palazzos. Dine by candlelight beside the Grand Canal. Shop for carnival masks and Murano glass on the Rialto Bridge. Wander through the quiet backstreets of the Dorsoduro. Enjoy a gelato on Piazza … Read More
Air Tahiti Nui
Air Tahiti Nui (TN) has done a lot of upgrading to their service since their new Dreamliners have been delivered. Still an A340 or 2 flying, but those are being phases out soon. Beside the obvious choice going to Tahiti, from Los Angeles customers, they make a good and economical … Read More
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
KLM has been on a big push to upgrade its fleet. They are still flying 747-400, but soon the Dreamliner will be their main Long-Haul option. KLM’s first Dreamliner 787-9 LAX Los Angeles > AMS Amsterdam AMS KL602 | LAX 1350 > 2110+1 AMS | 744/772 | D KL601 | … Read More
Alaska Airlines
Having grown up in Seattle, it is rather amazing to see how this airline has grown. But they have grown at a rather steady pace, until the purchase of Virgin America… they are now a rather large airline, connecting most of the West Coast of the USA, and a host … Read More
JetBlue Airways
Overall a great little airline with a very good product. If they have one fault, is that JFK is their main hub, which can cause massive delays within their system. Originally considered a Low Coast Carrier “LCC”, their Economy Product “The Core Cabin” is as good, if not better, than … Read More