As I lay by the pool, at a hotel in Brazil, that I generally love, the word “consistency “ comes to mind! consistency noun “consistent behaviour or treatment.” In my humble opinion, for a hotel to be fabulous, and successful, one of the first things it must master […]
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How American Airlines Ruined my New Years Trip to Rio – A RANT!
Being that I just got over Covid-19 a month before New Years, tested negative, and have antibodies (not sure how long), I decided to make good use of them (antibodies), and travel to Rio de Janeiro for New Years, for Reveillon! I, of course still use the same precautions as […]
Will The Coronavirus Temporarily Improve Travel Loyalty Programs?
Let me start off by saying the Coronavirus outbreak is absolutely horrible and I wish it was not happening. With this said, its a fact that any problems that happen like this, affect the travel industry in a negative way! It is estimated that the US airline industry alone, will […]
Ultimate guide to getting the best priced airfare!
A few questions people often ask me is what day is the best day to buy airfare, what’s the best day to fly, and how soon should I buy my ticket, amongst many others! The answers to these questions are a bit complex, and not as black and white as […]
Review: Sheraton Grand Rio de Janeiro Hotel & Resort
I decided to spend my 41st birthday in Brazil this year, and we decided on the Sheraton Grand, I am so glad we did! The two hotels we were considering, were the Sheraton Grand, and the JW Marriott Copacabana. I am sure the JW was an ok hotel, but the […]
Review: Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse
Let me start off by saying I was very excited to stay at this property as it was listed as #2 hotel in all of Bangkok on TripAdvisor, when I stayed. I stayed last year, now I see that it is rated #1 on TripAdvisor. I am always excited to […]
What Travel Apps I Use
Im not sure what we did before we had “apps” but now we really depend on them to do almost everything, including planning and executing travel. The apps I use may be different than you may need, but I hope to give you a good idea of at least what […]
“How Do You Travel so Much?” A Refresher Post!
Tony, “How do you travel so much” or, “How do you do it?”, I get asked this ALL THE TIME! As a matter of fact, the reason I started this blog a few years ago was because of this exact question! Sometimes people are rude about it, other times people […]
Free American Airlines Miles for Transferring from Hotel Programs… Lots of Them!
hAmerican Airlines is doing it again, offering an extra 25% bonus miles if you transfer certain hotel points to them. This promotion is going on until May 31, 2018. AA has done this before, and I have taken advantage of it! As a matter of fact I used this promo […]
Buying a “Smart” Suitcase May NOT be so Smart Afterall!
Everyday on Facebook, Instagram and online we see all these new, neat technologically advanced suitcases that we just have to have! I have to admit, many are very neat and seem handy, BUT BEWARE, they may be banned from the airline, therefore leaving you and your “Smart” suitcase behind. These […]
SPG & Marriott Changes,The Details and My Thoughts.
5 days ago Marriott International announced its path forward with its 3 programs, SPG, Marriott Rewards , & Ritz Carlton Rewards. I wrote about the announcement here. I Really was not sure what to think would happen, and I will now admit, I am skeptically, yet pleasantly surprised! History […]
The Future of the SPG Program will be Known Today!,…or , Will it?
Everyone that follows me, knows that I am , by far, a Die-Hard SPG (Starwood Preferred Guest) fan! SPG, and Starwood properties, got me excited about traveling, and has always enticed me to stay in hotels even when I don’t need to, just to re-qualify for status or gain bonus […]