Travel

Airline: Alaska Airlines (AS)Aircraft: Boeing 737-9 MAXFlight #: AS1460Route: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Belize City’s Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)Date: July 31, 2024Duration: 4 hours, 45 minutesCabin and Layout: Premium class; 24 seats in a 3-3 configurationSeats:…

Tokyo has something to offer everyone: world-class shopping, electric nightlife, incredible dining, and a unique history. It also offers some of the world’s most luxurious hotels. Although I have been to Tokyo several times before, this was my wife’s first…

As the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States, the White House is one of the most easily recognizable and iconic buildings in the world. Home to every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800, the…

I always appreciate the experience of flying in a premium cabin, and thanks to points and miles, I’ve had the chance to fly them extensively. However, some premium cabins are significantly better than others. For example, when I first flew…

Osaka, Japan, is a vibrant metropolis known for its bustling street life, lively entertainment options, and some of the world’s best street food. It also beautifully blends old and new, with historic landmarks like Osaka Castle contrasting against the backdrop…

If it feels like everyone went to Europe this summer, you’re not alone. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization, international tourism will reach or even surpass prepandemic levels this year, and many popular tourist destinations are leading the…

If you’re a Walt Disney World fanatic like me, you know that part of the reason you visit the Mouse year after year is for the thrill rides. While most of Disney’s rides are family-friendly and tame, a few rides…

I recently flew Lufthansa business class and was quite disappointed with the inflight experience. With a few exceptions, it was no different from flying in economy. But the preflight lounge experience helped make up for a lackluster flight. I spent…

I’ve been to the Maldives a few times now. On previous trips, I stayed at properties such as the Conrad Maldives and the all-inclusive Mercure Maldives. This year, for my January birthday, I decided to indulge my Maldives addiction once…

Airline: LATAM (LA)Aircraft: Boeing 787-9Flight #: LA631Route: São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Santiago International Airport (SCL), plus an onward flight to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)Date: July 23, 2024Duration: 4 hours, 15 minutesCabin and Layout: Business class; 30 seats…

I visit Times Square in New York City several times a year, mainly to see Broadway shows and visit friends in the area. My go-to hotel chain is Hyatt, and several of its properties are in the area, each with…

Terminal A of Zayed International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, opened in late 2023 and only has 1 Priority Pass lounge, Pearl Lounge. As my family was transiting through AUH in economy class with no status, we…

I took a 3-week solo trip spanning 4 countries in Europe: Iceland, Ireland, Germany, and Portugal. It was an incredible trip, but it wasn’t the fanciest by any means. I stayed in hostels nearly the entire time and flew economy…

My kids and I have spent the last 3 summers bouncing around Asia. When it came to planning our 2024 adventures, I hoped to celebrate their summer birthdays by finishing our travels in Osaka, Japan, and visiting Universal Studios Japan….

Airline: Aeromexico (AM)Aircraft: Boeing 787-9Flight #: AM14Route: Aeropuerto Internacional Benito Juárez (MEX) to São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)Date: July 9, 2024Duration: 9 hours, 45 minutesCabin and Layout: Business class; 36 seats in a 1-2-1 configurationSeats: 2J and 3JCost: 77,805 American…

The Westin Anaheim Resort is one of the closest hotels to the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. Its proximity to the front entrance makes it a fan favorite for regular Disney visitors, but this hotel is one of the nicest…

Airline: Etihad Airways (EY)Aircraft: Boeing 787-9Flight #: EY0815Route: Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Zayed International Airport (AUH)Date: August 9, 2024Duration: 11 hours, 15 minutesCabin and Layout: Economy class, 3-3-3Seat: 22DCost: 33,500 Flying Blue miles + $156.35 in fees (including an onward flight from Abu Dhabi to Doha) I…

For a long time, fans of boutique and intimate hotels could book Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) properties using World of Hyatt points. That all changed this year when hundreds of SLH properties became bookable with Hilton. In…

Known for its fascinating history, incredible cuisine, world-class shopping, and electric nightlife, Tokyo has a little something for everyone. I have visited Japan several times, but this time, I traveled with my wife, who had never been to Tokyo. Choosing…

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is one of the largest airports on the West Coast and is a hub for United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. The fortress hub is located just outside one of the largest cities in the U.S….

Niagara Falls is an incredible natural wonder along the border between the U.S. and Canada. It is world-renowned for its natural beauty and is a major tourist destination. Many hotels have popped up over the last few years, making finding…