This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. Ah yes, my first mistake of the trip (I know some still insist the trip itself was a mistake…). I...
Amidst War, A Thriving Coffee Culture In Kyiv
Even in the midst of war, life goes on in Kyiv and the coffee culture is thriving. I enjoyed several exquisite cups of coffee without much effort and loved how seriously Ukrainians take their coffee. Great Coffee In Kyiv,...
Air Raid Sirens In Kyiv
I heard my first air raid sirens in Kyiv, an eerie reminder that even in the bustling capital city that otherwise appears normal, this nation is at war. Air Raid Sirens In Kyiv After arriving at the central railway...
My 18-Hour Train Ride From Warsaw To Kyiv
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. My train ride from Warsaw to Kyiv was l-o-n-g and stifling hot, but all things considered a very comfortable journey...
One Southwest Airlines Flight. 25 Wheelchairs. Many Miracles.
The wheelchair scam at airports is real and it adversely impacts those who legitimately need wheelchairs, particularly those who have hidden disabilities. But perhaps a more innovative boarding process could eliminate those who are just looking to game the...
Korean Air Calls Off SkyPass Devaluation, Ends My Weeks Of Frustration
I’m thankful that Korean Air is postponing…perhaps indefinitely…a major devaluation of its SkyPass program and in so doing, giving me my week back. Korean Air Calls Off SkyPass Devaluation In April 2023…Another Reprieve! Even as I’ve been traveling over...
I Scored A Train Ticket To Kyiv!
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I’m pleased to report that I was able to secure a nonstop train ticket from Warsaw to Kyiv just hours...
Abysmal Currency Exchange Rates At Warsaw Airport
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. Ultimately, I took Uber from Warsaw Airport into the city even though it cost me 10X as much as the...
Public Transit In Warsaw: Bring Cash
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. When it comes to tap and pay, Poland is pretty advanced. But apparently, when it comes to buying public transport...
Review: SWISS A320 Economy Class
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. My final flight leg on my outbound journey took me from Zurich to Warsaw onboard a SWISS A320 in economy...
Free Wi-Fi In SWISS Economy Class?!
Is SWISS, the airline that has been notoriously stingy when it comes to in-flight wi-fi, turning a corner and moving toward free internet? If my flight from Zurich to Warsaw is any indication, the answer just might be yes....
Christoph Waltz Blames Lufthansa For His Refusal To Shave
Austrian-German actor Christoph Waltz is sporting a beard and he wants you to know: Lufthansa is to blame. Is this Lufthansa’s subtle way of nudging passengers to shift to trains for domestic travel? Christoph Waltz Says His Beard Is...
The Language Enigma Of Switzerland
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. Switzerland is one of my favorite countries in the world and unlike its bordering neighbors, represents a unique blend of...
SWISS Alpine Lounge In Zurich Is Delectable
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. The SWISS Alpine Lounge in Zurich is not only a chic lounge, but offers delicious food all day long. SWISS...
The World’s Most Beautiful Airline Lounge Bar
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I’ve been to a lot of airline lounges all over the world, but the Whisky Club 28/10 inside the SWISS...
Review: United Airlines 767-300 Polaris Business Class Chicago – Zurich
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I enjoyed great service by a veteran Chicago-based crew and also managed an extended nap onboard my United Airlines 767-300...
United Flight Attendant Demonstrates How Loyalty Is Won
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. The service was excellent on my United Airlines flight from Chicago to Zurich, but I must give a special shoutout...
There’s A Pilot In My Seat!
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. Stepping onboard my United Airlines 767-300ER flight from Chicago to Zurich, I found someone in my seat: a non-rev retired...
Review: United Polaris Lounge Chicago (ORD)
Over four years after I first offered a review, the United Polaris Lounge in Chicago remains a stellar lounge and a compelling reason to choose United or Star Alliance when flying in business or first class out of ORD....
Review: United Club Chicago O’Hare (ORD – C10)
The new C10 United Club at Chicago O’Hare represents a huge upgrade over the old club in Concourse C, though at 2:45 pm I struggled to find a seat in a lounge that is still too small to accommodate...
