Travel Services (and stuff) We Love, We Like, We Use
Services, People and Online sites that help make planning & enjoying a trip just a little bit easier. And of course, if you have something you like, let us know. TRANSPORTATION: Blacklane We love this service. Especially when your arriving in a new city after a 15 hour flight, nothing better than having someone there to meet and greet and … Read More
Travel Apps We Love, We Like, We Use
Having the right App on your phone and all the needed information loaded can really make a difference on any trip. Flight Delay and Gate Change notifications can save uneeded hustling at an Airport, and let you spend extra time in the lounge or shopping for travel gifts. Your car can be confirmed and waiting at the Arrivals gate, and … Read More
In the back of the bus, what’s up in coach on the 777-300ER
With all the Hoo-Ha on the United Polaris reveal, and their new Boeing 777-300ER, we couldn’t help notice what a tight squeeze it was in the back of the bus. Being that the 777-300ER is one of the more popular long-haul craft (sorry A380), we wanted to see how United compared to some of the others who fly this mighty … Read More
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 any, time in the new epicenter of Yoga workshops and … 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 only, but it is an AMAN, and therefore a stunningly … 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 it. About 20 years ago, Belmond Hotels (then Orient-Express Hotels) … 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 property. The room had a wonderful view of the park … 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 before it was phased out for the more traditional seating … 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 flight was no different. Nice but never wow. I did … 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 smoothly, and since demand is not high for the Plus … 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 not without a few aches and pains, but the service … 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 in the Gulf region. The return to Los Angeles was … Read More