Before flying home to Los Angeles, I stopped by the United Club in Seattle (SEA), a solid outstation lounge for United Airlines. United Club Seattle Review (SEA) I almost skipped this lounge (after spending some time in the nearby...
Review: The Club At SEA – Seattle Airport
I stopped by The Club SEA prior to my flight from Seattle to Los Angeles and found the club somewhat crowded, but the food and beverage options were worth the stop. The Club SEA Review (Concourse A) Seattle has...
Review: Hyatt At Olive 8
I spent a night at the Hyatt At Olive 8 in Seattle and found the hotel exceeded my expectations with great service and nice facilities. Yes, the hotel is aging a bit, but it’s still a solid choice for...
Review: United Airlines 737-8 First Class
From Los Angeles to Seattle I flew on a United Airlines 737-8, also known as the 737 MAX 8, in first class. It was a short and sweet flight, despite my canine seatmate. United Airlines 737-8 First Class Review...
Review: AMEX Centurion New York (Madison Ave & East 42nd St)
American Express opened a new Centurion club outside of an airport next to Grand Central Station and it was an incredible place to hold a meeting. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: Capital One Lounge Washington Dulles (IAD)
I spent 10 minutes in the Capital One Lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and loved it. It is a great addition to the many lounge options at IAD. Capital One Lounge Washington Dulles Review (IAD) Capital One...
Review: Thompson Hotel Washington, DC
I spent a night at the Thompson Washington, DC, a Hyatt property located in the gentrifying Navy Yard. This is a nice hotel with a good breakfast, though I prefer the location of downtown or Georgetown hotel. Thompson Hotel...
Review: KLM A330-200 Business Class
Warm service and souvenir Delft Blue houses make KLM one of my favorite carriers, though the A330-200 business class cabin has certainly seen better days and is now an objectively below-average product. KLM A330-200 Business Class Review In my...
Review: Bulgaria Air A220-300 Business Class
My three-hour flight from Sofia to Amsterdam on Bulgaria Air was a very pleasant surprise, with the brand new A220-300 aircraft providing an excellent business class experience for a flight within Europe. Bulgaria Air A220-300 Business Class Review Bulgaria...
Review: Aspire Lounge Sofia (SOF)
The Aspire Lounge is the only lounge in Sofia International Airport (SOF) and open to both business class travelers and Priority Pass members. For a lounge without any competition, it was not bad at all. Aspire Lounge Sofia Review...
Review: Hyatt Regency Sofia
The Hyatt Regency Sofia is a lovely hotel nestled in the center of Sofia, Bulgaria with nice accommodations, great amenities, and a really delicious breakfast. Hyatt Regency Sofia Review Up until recently, I would have called the Hyatt Regency...
Review: TAROM ATR 72-500 Business Class
My short TAROM flight from Bucharest to Sofia on the ATR 72-500 in business class was a reminder that “business class” in Europe means something very different than much of the rest of the world. TAROM ATR 72-500 Business...
Review: Dacia Business Lounge Bucharest (OTP)
The Dacia Business Lounge, formerly the TAROM Business Lounge, at Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) is a mixed bag. While I was very thankful to wait for my flight here instead of the gate area, it is by...
Review: The Marmorosch Bucharest (Marriott Autograph Collection)
I spent a night at The Marmorosch, a Marriott Autograph Collection hotel centrally located in Bucharest’s Old Town, and very much enjoyed the stay. This is a unique hotel with nice amenities. The Marmorosch Bucharest Review, A Marriott Autograph...
Review: Hyatt Centric Brickell (Miami) Queen Junior Suite
At the Hyatt Centric Brickell in Miami, it’s a mixed bag of exceeding expectations and falling short even on a Hyatt Privé rate. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...
Review: TAROM A318 Business Class
Flying on TAROM is like stepping back in time 20 years. My TAROM A318 flight from London to Bucharest reminded me of what it was like to fly when I was a child–both the good and the bad. TAROM...
Review: Plaza Premium Lounge – London Heathrow T4 (LHR)
Unlike my previous visit, the Plaza Premium in London Heathrow (LHR) T4 was packed with a dismal selection of food…I stayed only a few minutes, preferring to wait for my flight in the gate area. Plaza Premium Lounge Review...
Review: Delta Air Lines A330-900neo Business Class
My trip to Europe began with a Delta Air Lines flight in “Delta One” business class onboard the Airbus A330-900neo from Los Angeles to London. No, the Delta One Suite is not my favorite business class seat, but the...
Review: Chase Sapphire Lounge New York (JFK)
I had the chance recently to pay a couple of morning visits to the new Chase Sapphire Lounge at New York JFK in Terminal 4. This lounge was formerly the Etihad lounge and now is a shared lounge with...
Review: Delta Sky Club Los Angeles (LAX – T3)
Delta’s flagship Sky Club at Los Angeles International Airport is a design masterpiece with several elements that elevate it to one of my favorite lounges at LAX. Delta Sky Club Los Angeles (LAX) Terminal 3 Review My original Delta...