Here’s a 2026 update to my review of the Turkish Airlines Lounge in Bangkok. In a nutshell: This lounge is no longer part of the Priority Pass network thanks to the nepotism and corruption of the folks who run...
Review: Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge Bangkok (BKK – Concourse E)
The first stop on my Star Alliance Lounge tour in Bangkok (BKK) was the Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge in Concourse E, a dated but comfortable lounge that was virtually empty. Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge Bangkok Review –...
Review: St. Regis Bangkok (Outstanding Breakfast)
Like the Grand Hyatt Erawan a few doors down, the St. Regis Bangkok is a very nice, somewhat old-school Bangkok luxury hotel where I enjoyed a one-night stay including an outstanding breakfast buffet. St. Regis Bangkok Review For 40,000...
Review: Starlux A321neo Business Class (Lie-Flat Luxury On A Short Flight)
I enjoyed a short but sweet flight on Starlux from Taipei to Bangkok on the A321neo in business class. While not as luxe as the A350-900, it was nevertheless a very nice flight with great food and excellent service....
Review: Starlux Airlines Galactic Lounge Taipei (TPE – Terminal 2)
The flagship Starlux Galactic Lounge in Terminal 2 of Taipei’s Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is meant to evoke a futuristic space port. With an a la carte menu, small buffet, restrooms, showers, and great service, this lounge represents...
Review: Starlux Airlines Galactic Lounge Taipei (TPE – Terminal 1)
Starlux offers a cozy but comfortable lounge in Terminal 1 of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), with an a la carte menu and buffet. Starlux Airlines Galactic Lounge Taipei Terminal 1 Review (TPE) After checking in for my Starlux...
Review: W Taipei, Where A Rainy Day Turned Into A Spa Day
I stayed one night at the swanky W Taipei, a Marriott Bonvoy property in the heart of the Taiwanese capital. With the weather inclement, I ended up spending much of the day in the hotel and quite enjoyed this...
Review: Starlux A350-900 Business Class Los Angeles – Taipei
I boarded my first-ever flight on Starlux, a longhaul journey from Los Angeles to Taipei on an A350-900 in business class, with high expectations. Even so, they were exceeded: my flight was superb in nearly every way, with small...
Alaska Airlines 737-800 First Class Review: New Seats And Exceptional Service
After the Alaska-Boeing event, I flew Alaska Airlines from Seattle (SEA) to Chicago (ORD) onboard a recently retrofitted 737-800 in first class, enjoying a superb flight with outstanding service. Alaska Airlines 737-800 First Class Review (SEA-ORD) I traveled as...
Alaska Airlines North Satellite Lounge Review: Seattle’s Best Domestic Lounge?
The Alaska Airlines North Satellite lounge at Seattle (SEA) is a fitting flagship lounge, with stunning views, cozy seating, and excellent barista-made coffee. Alaska Airlines North Satellite Lounge Seattle Review (SEA) While I considered lounge hopping before my flight...
Review: Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport (Practical SEA Airport Hotel)
The Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport worked out nicely for my late arrival into SEA, with a free shuttle that operates around the clock and a clean and comfortable room. It’s not fancy, but it does the job. Aloft Seattle...
Review: Alaska Airlines 737-9 MAX First Class
To attend the Alaska-Boeing event, I flew Alaska Airlines from Chicago (ORD) to Seattle (SEA) onboard a 737-9 MAX in first class and enjoyed a pleasant flight, with the exception of the Wi-Fi onboard. Alaska Airlines 737-9 MAX First...
Review: United Airlines 777-200 Business Class HD (High-Density), A Relic Of The Past That Still Holds Up
It’s a woefully uncompetitive product and one of the tightest business class seats on the market, but there’s still something endearing to me about the so-called “high density” or “HD” United Airlines 777-200, and I enjoyed a very comfortable...
Review: United Airlines 787-10 Polaris Business Class
My United Airlines flight from Frankfurt to Chicago, onboard a 787-10 in Polaris Business Class, was one of my most pleasant United flights in years, with amazingly attentive and friendly service, delicious food, and an extended deep sleep (after...
Review: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Frankfurt (FRA)
The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge in Frankfurt (FRA) has aged well, with comfortable facilities and a nice selection of food and drinks, plus nice shower suites. Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Frankfurt Review (FRA) Before transferring to the...
Review: Lufthansa Senator Lounge B (Non-Schengen) – Frankfurt (FRA)
The Lufthansa Senator Lounge B (in the Non-Schengen area) of Frankfurt Airport has always been one of my favorite FRA lounges and was a godsend after a long overnight in economy class. After arriving from Addis Ababa, I proceeded...
Review: Ethiopian Airlines A350-900 Economy Class
My overnight journey from Addis Abba to Frankfurt on an Ethiopian Airlines A350-900 was quite anti-climatic, which I guess is all I could have wanted on a longhaul flight in economy class. Ethiopian Airlines A350-900 Economy Class Review I...
American Airlines Flagship Lounge Philadelphia Lags Others
The new American Airlines Flagship Lounge in Philadelphia opened in Terminal A but falls short. Here is what to expect at the PHL Flagship Lounge.
Review: Ethiopian Airlines Star Gold Lounge Addis Ababa (ADD)
I found the Ethiopian Airlines Star Gold lounge at its Addis Ababa hub to be quite underwhelming in terms of amenities, but still a huge upgrade in space and decor versus its prior generation of airport lounges. Ethiopian Airlines...
Review: Plaza Premium Lounge Addis Ababa (ADD)
The Plaza Premium Lounge in Bole Addis Ababa International Airport (ADD) is a unique lounge and among the most disappointing Plaza Premium lounges I have visited. Plaza Premium Lounge Addis Ababa Review (ADD) I stopped here briefly on my...
