Amandari – Ubud Bali Indonesia – Aman Resorts
This is my sixth time to Bali, and it has changed in so many ways over the last 30+ years. Ubud used to be a very quiet and sleepy little place, but now it is all a hustle and a bustle. So I was very dubious of spending much, if … Read More
Amanusa – Nusa Dua Bali Indonesia – Aman Resorts
After 23 hours of travel, it’s time to stop for an evenings rest and catch some sleep… and what a wonderful place to wake up to. Located in the southern end of Bali, where all the “resorts” are, it was easy for me to dismiss this Aman as a stopover … Read More
Belmond Copacabana Palace – Rio De Janeiro
I wanted to make the first time in Rio de Janeiro specially nice, being that it was also the final stop before heading home on the #RTW Round the World Trip. The Belmond Copacabana Palace was the perfect choice. An iconic hotel right on Copacabana Beach, there is no missing … Read More
Nobis Hotel – Stockholm
For my first time in Stockholm, Nobis Hotel, proved to be a perfect choice. Central location, and a beautiful classic old hotel with a fantastic update. And not that expensive to stay for 2-days. As with all Design Hotels, a great restaurant and a great bar as part of the … Read More
Air New Zealand NZ1 – LHR London Heathrow ✈ LAX Los Angeles – Premium Economy
For those living in Los Angeles, Air New Zealand makes a great alternative to fly LAX – London. Generally priced a bit less than the competition on this route, and one of the better services. And this made a great time to test out their SpaceSeat for the Premium Economy … Read More
Lufthansa LH2472 – MUC Munich ✈ LHR London Heathrow Business
As a rule I find Euro-Business to be rather unspectacular. Same seats as Coach with no one in the middle seat is just a bit underwhelming, but you do get the all the other advantages, and with Lufthansa the service on board is always top notch. And this 2 hour … Read More
SAS SK2659 – ARN Stockholm ✈ MUC Munich SAS Plus
Not having flown SAS since I was a child, was looking forward to flying with them again. Also, wanted to test out the SAS Plus, which is the highest class they offered for this flight. Figured I would get an additional lounge to check out if nothing else. Boarding went … Read More
Norwegian Air Shuttle DY7088 – LAX Los Angeles ✈ ARN Stockholm Economy
Yes, I was a skeptic. When I hear Economy Class on a Low Cost Carrier (LCC) and Long Haul all in the same sentence… fear strikes. But, I did it and more than survived, I can easily go again, and for 225.00 to Europe, can’t beat the price. It was … Read More
Swiss Air LX243 – LX1068 MCT Muscat ✈ DXB ZRH FRA Economy
When I discovered an “Error Fare” for Los Angeles to Muscat for $475.00, I figured why not. Mostly on Lufthansa and a bit of Swiss and Gulf Air, sounded like an adventure. And my good friend The Lady Banker has raved about Muscat, the only place of real Arabic Culture … Read More
SAA Airlink – JNB Johannesburg ✈ SZK Skukuza Round Trip
A fun little “Jumper” flight from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park’s Skukuza Airport, run by South Africa Airlines offshoot, Airlink. Leaving from JUB frumpy domestic terminal, it was a bus ride to board the ERJ 135 on the tarmac. I love these little planes, and when flying alone, the single … Read More
Alaska Airlines – BUR Burbank ✈ SEA Seattle Rolling Report
Traveling often up to Seattle from Los Angeles, for me, using Burbank’s Bob Hope Airport (BUR) makes it super easy. Alaska usually has about 3 flights a day, so the two hour flight has options and none of the hassle of flying out of LAX. And I have always thought … Read More
Dinner for 3: Blanca Brooklyn NYC
Every time I venture into Brooklyn I am impressed on how it has changed. Gone are the days when a cabbie wouldn’t want to venture from Manhattan for fear of not getting a fare back. So it is not surprising that there are many new and tasty food adventures on … Read More