UPDATE 1: Planning a 2014 August Summer DO to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Oman
Back in May, I wrote about Planning a 2014 August Summer DO to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Oman. I received an enormous response and…
2013
How to Find a Starwood Best Rate Guarantee and Get 2,000 Starpoints Every Time
As you know, most of my hotel stays are from Starwood hotels since I am trying to hit lifetime platinum and it’s my main…
American Airlines LAX-MIA 757-200 First Class
I flew from Los Angeles to Miami on American Airlines so I could catch my connecting flight to Bogota, Colombia. I’ve had a few…
Boston Logan Airport Apologizes For Holding Emergency Fire Drill on 9/11 Anniversary
According to an article on myfoxNY, “Officials at Boston’s Logan International Airport are apologizing for holding a fire drill, complete with smoke and flames,…
American Airlines: Los Angeles – Lima, Peru for $471 Taxes Included – Earn 9,543 EQM’s @ 4.9cpm
I’m always on the hunt for mileage runs and I’ve been a bit spoiled by The Flight Deal ever since they’ve formed. I found a great…
American Airlines LAX Flagship Lounge
When I went into the Admiral’s Club in Terminal 4 of LAX, I showed the agent my usual boarding pass. As I went up…
Why I’m Ending My Relationship With Delta Airlines For Good
Recently I wrote about having a Love/Hate Relationship with Delta Airlines. So this year, I have acquired 36,361 MQM’s (Medallion Qualifying Miles) including 21,717…
Frequently Asked Questions about the $20 Trick in Las Vegas
Since my recent stay at the Palazzo and the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas hotel, I received a lot of questions on how to use…
First2Board Charleston Sessions Saturday Workshops
On Saturday morning, we continued to pick up where we left off yesterday with the Blogger Sessions. Again, this is proprietary information which is…
First2Board Charleston Sessions Friday Cocktail Reception and Dinner
The First2Board Bloggers had a conference of their own that started early Friday morning from 10am until 6pm. I can’t review our Bloggers only…
Trip Report: My Summer Vacation to Bogota Colombia
I booked a trip to Bogota, Colombia earlier this year in April for travel in mid-August. This isn’t exactly my usual mileage run vacation…
Man Arrested After Breaking into Buckingham Palace
According to an article from the Daily Mail UK, “A suspected burglar has been arrested after being discovered in a royal state room at…
The Sights and Sounds of Dayclubs and Nightclubs in Las Vegas
One of the main reasons why I travel to Las Vegas is not only because it’s so close to Los Angeles, but because of…
Is it OK to Stockpile Bath Amenities from the Hotel Room?
Earlier this week, I wrote “Is it OK to Stockpile Food and Drink from the Airport Lounge?” A few days ago, I also tweeted…
Virgin Galactic Test Brings Space Tourism One Step Closer
According to an article from the LA Times, “British billionaire Richard Branson’s commercial space venture Virgin Galactic took one step closer to carrying tourists…
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Hotel Review
After staying at the Palazzo Las Vegas hotel, I drove to the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas hotel. I booked the Cosmopolitan hotel using 8,800…
Trip Report: The Charleston Sessions with First2Board
I’m excited to be a part of First2Board’s first session which is located in Charleston this year. The Charleston Sessions is not exclusive as…
The Palazzo Las Vegas Resort Hotel Review
Last month, I booked the Palazzo Las Vegas Resort Hotel for $149+ tax on an American Express Fine Hotel & Resorts rate. I love…
Why Flying International Economy Coach is Not the End of The World
Last week, I wrote about “Why Flying International First Class Doesn’t Make Sense.” Ben, who writes One Mile at a Time, countered my post…
The Sights and Sounds of Atlanta Georgia
I had just arrived at Atlanta International Airport from Cleveland and only had less than 1 hour to connect for my flight to Los…