Luang Prabang is one of the most relaxing little towns on the planet. I well in love with it more than 15 years ago and rediscovered it recently. Even though a lot has changed, it’s still one of the most beautiful small towns I’ve seen in Asia and worth a trip! Read my mini-guide to Luang […]
If you are in Bangkok, The City of Angels, on business or for leisure, and want a little beach time to escape from the bustle of the city, you have a few choices: The closest beach destination and most popular one is Pattaya, just 2-3 hours South of the capital. Read on to find out
United Airlines has received a lot of press for their rewards program, United MileagePlus, after what turned out as a one-two punch in 2014, with a redemption devaluation in February and the announcement of a revenue based earn structure for 2015. They followed up this year with a devaluation of partner earnings…Is it still worth
Alitalia, the Italian flag carrier is now offering a stop-over in the Italian capital, Rome, for up to three days at no charge. You can store your luggage at the airport or book a hotel at a discount. I love stop-overs: They give you a chance to add a new destination to your trip and
After the bankruptcy of airberlin, Alitalia and Monarch in 2017, the new year 2018 is off to a better start with the (re-)launch of Air Italy, bringing new planes, new livery and new destinations for travelers to, from and through Italy. It also comes with the great ambition to replace bankrupt Alitalia as the Italian
Hong Kong is a vibrant and fun city to visit with a stunning skyline along the harbor, great restaurants and nightlife, lots of shopping and some very memorable sights. It’s also one of the most expensive cities in Asia, so you want to choose your hotel carefully – and that starts with picking the right
Hong Kong is a bustling city that never stops and that is fun and exhilarating. And when it is just too much, there is an easy escape from the crowds with a short trip the relaxing beaches of Repulse Bay on the Southern side of Hong Kong island, only a short ride away! You can
Boracay is famous for it’s soft, white sand beaches and clear warm water and has won plenty of “best island” awards. It’s the most popular tourist destination in the Philippines and has welcomed millions of visitors! I’ve been to Boracay several times and found it to have some of the finest sand, warm water and friendly
I have spent more time in United Business Class than in any other premium airline cabin, literally hundreds of thousands of miles on frequent business trips around the globe while living in San Francisco, one of United hubs. It’s neither the best seat nor service, but United is making improvements to both with the roll-out of Polaris.
Carlson Rezidor Hotels and their Club Carlson Rewards program had a rough few years: After getting a lot of attention for their aggressive changes to the rewards program and a high-value credit card offer, they devalued the program and removed the credit card benefits, turning many fans away. Now, they are back with regular promotions
The Hyatt Centric Fisherman’s Wharf is a solid choice in my least favorite neighborhood in the city I love. It offers modern rooms, a pool, gym and mini-mart in walking distance from the most touristy spots of San Francisco. It’s more stylish than others in the area and decent value, if you must be in
American Express became the exclusive issuer of Hilton Honors affiliated credit cards in January 2018 and is now offering 4 business and personal cards. The AmEx Hilton Honors card carries no annual fee, eliminates the previous foreign exchange fee and offers the most basic benefits of all their cards. It’s designed for infrequent travel and anybody