This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. The legroom may be poor and the temperature like a sauna, but a little girl has taken a liking to...
In Defense Of Transportation Secretary Buttigieg
Pete Buttigieg, the US Secretary of Transportation, is perhaps the most closely-scrutinized cabinet official I have witnessed since I began closely following politics leading up to the 2000 US presidential election. While I think many of us would like to...
Bladders Of Steel On The Kyiv – Warsaw Bus
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I must say I’m impressed by the Ukrainian people and their bladders of steel. Here, I’m not even being facetious....
My “Luxury” Bus Ride From Kyiv To Warsaw Is Off To A Rough Start…
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I made the mistake of taking the bus company (Prosto Bus Plus) at its word. The joke is on me...
Conscientious Passenger Chows Down On “Smoky Ultimate BBQ Ribs” In Middle Seat
Buster just wanted to enjoy a plate of BBQ ribs with some delectable sides. On his flight. In the middle seat. Such a conscientious passenger… Polite Middle Seat Man Enjoys BBQ Ribs Between Two Passengers On EasyJet Flight I...
Banksy’s War Art In Ukraine
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. The biggest mistake I made on my trip to Ukraine was failing to check out Banksy’s art in-person. That’s another...
A Ride On The Kyiv Metro
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I returned my rental car at 9:00 am on the west side of Kyiv, which is right in the heart...
Sanctuary From Russian Bombs In A Kyiv Church Basement
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I was not without a friend in Kyiv and leading up to my trip was in touch with Bruce and...
Review: Hyatt Regency Kyiv
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. The Hyatt Regency Kyiv has remained open throughout much of the conflict with Russia and continues to offer luxury accommodations...
Breakfast With Media And Mercenaries At Hyatt Regency Kyiv
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. Breakfast has been interesting at the Hyatt Regency Kyiv, with the hotel clientele ranging from media to mercenaries. I almost...
American Airlines Flight Attendant Freaks Out After Man Offers His First Class Seat To Child
Here’s a really sad story that nicely reinforces the idea that “no good deed goes unpunished.” In this case, a man who was kind enough to offer his American Airlines first class seat to an unaccompanied minor was essentially...
A Delectable Dinner Of Chicken Kyiv
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. Chicken Kyiv is a смачний (delicious) dish. How have I missed it all these years? Chicken Kyiv In Kyiv On...
Train To Chișinău Or Bus To Warsaw?
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. The trip report is not over, but a choice has arisen: take a train to Chișinău and fly out of...
My Extraordinary Road Trip In Ukraine
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I mentioned in my introduction that one mission of my trip to Ukraine was to acquire a piece of art....
Renting A Car In Kyiv: My Experience With Budget
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. My appointment with the art dealer was two hours south of Kyiv, which required a choice: Uber or rent a...
Honest Ukraine: I Recovered My Lost Apple Watch!
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. Those in the West who are anti-Ukraine in the current war usually throw out the following trope: well, the Russians...
Air Canada + United Airlines Announce New Transborder Routes
Air Canada and United Airline are adding a pair of new transborder routes between the USA and Canada and beefing up service on existing routes as part of a closer partnership in 2023. As Air Canada And United Strengthen...
Act Fast: Qantas Released Glut Of Business And First Class Award Space
Qantas promised and Qantas delivered. The Australian carrier has just released a glut of award space, including multiple seats in premium cabins on key longhaul routes. Qantas Premium Cabin Award Space Released Facing backlash over its record profits, Qantas...
*Sigh* I Left My Apple Watch On The Kyiv Express Train…
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,...
