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Airline: American Airlines (AA)Aircraft: Boeing 777-300Flight #: AA929Route: Miami International Airport (MIA) to São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU)Date: November 28, 2024Duration: 8 hours, 25 minutesCabin and Layout: Business class; 52 seats across 13 rows in a 1-2-1…

The author stayed as an invited guest of Virgin Red. All opinions are the author’s own, and neither Son Bunyola nor its parent company had input in any part of this review. Despite being in the points and miles game…

In the 80 years since it first launched, American Tourister has become one of the leading brands in the luggage industry. Producing both hard-side and soft-side pieces, as well as several other helpful accessories, the brand has become a favorite…

Egypt is one of those bucket list destinations you dream about visiting. Whether it’s admiring the Pyramids of Giza, cruising down the Nile River, or visiting the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum (the largest museum dedicated to a single civilization),…

In October 2024, I traveled with my 5- and 6-year-old kids to check out Destin, Florida. We arrived right in between hurricanes Helene and Milton, which was nothing but dumb luck. So while the weather wasn’t exactly on our side…

Colombia has it all: colorful cities, exotic islands, coveted coffee, and the Amazon. Exploring this beautiful country is special at any time of year, but you may get more enjoyment out of its coastal, urban, and rainforest wonders if you…

During our November 2024 Orlando trip, my family of 5 chose Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista for our last night, eager to try something different than our usual stays at nearby Hilton properties. The Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista featured…

The author was an invited guest of Emirates. All opinions are the author’s own, and neither Emirates nor its parent company had input in any part of this review. Airline: EmiratesAircraft: Airbus A350-900Flight Number: EK24Route: Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Dubai…

Airline: Copa Airlines (CM)Aircraft: Boeing 737 MAX 9Flight #: CM472Route: Tocumen International Airport Panama (PTY) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)Date: November 18, 2024Duration: 7 hours, 8 minutesCabin and Layout: Business class; 16 seats across 4 rows in a 2-2…

The Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is the closest hotel to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and is a go-to for travelers looking for a convenient but affordable option before or after their flights. The hotel offers full-service amenities…

There are positives and negatives for every seat in every aircraft. The trick is finding the right balance of pluses and minuses that justify the cost you paid. My wife and I recently flew Avianca Premium, the airline’s premium economy…

The Westin Las Vegas Hotel & Spa is Marriott’s only Westin property near the famous Las Vegas Strip, home to some of the largest casinos in the world. Though Westin hotels are usually great, this outpost leaves a lot to…

Airline: Turkish Airlines (TK)Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 DreamlinerFlight #: TK31Route: Istanbul Airport (IST) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)Date: December 13, 2024Duration: 11 hours, 46 minutesCabin and Layout: Economy class, 3-3-3Seat: 18HCost: $1,420.50 round-trip from Doha to Atlanta via Istanbul I frequently travel internationally with my large family, and…

For 4 years now, my wife and I have attended Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, in different parts of Mexico. This year, we visited Oaxaca for the festival, and we loved it. We also had the…

Airline: Avianca (AV)Aircraft: Boeing 787-8Flight #: AV85Route: El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)Date: November 3, 2024Duration: 6 hours, 5 minutesCabin and Layout: Business class on a former Norwegian plane; 32 seats in a 2-3-2 configurationSeats:…

Hyatt ranks its hotels from Category 1 to Category 8, getting more expensive (and usually fancier) as you go up in category. I visit Category 1 properties like the Hyatt Regency Merida with measured expectations. Sometimes a Hyatt Category 1…

Although it has a smaller footprint than its rivals, Marriott Bonvoy and Hilton Honors, the World of Hyatt loyalty program is unequivocally the best for many award travelers. The program offers plenty of value to its members with top-tier elite…

Credit cards, airlines, and hotels don’t publish points and miles valuations, so there are no official answers on what points and miles are worth. It’s up to you to come to your own conclusions on that value. But we’re here…

Did you know that Air France operates an A320 aircraft departing the U.S.? Most people have no idea that Air France operates a fleet of 2 of these narrow-body planes in the Caribbean, serving several French territories. While it’s highly…

With a wonderful pool and a location in the Disney Springs area, the Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace was a great spot for my family of 5 to spend the night as we arrived in Orlando for a Walt Disney…

Domestic first class in the U.S. is very different from international first class flights, known for their lie-flat seats and Champagne. However, it’s still usually a pleasant upgrade from economy. On a recent flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)…