United Airlines’ new Polaris Lounge in Washington Dulles represents a huge leap forward in terms of premium cabin ground product, offering a compelling reason to choose United or Star Alliance when departing from IAD. United Airlines Polaris Lounge Washington...
Review: Copa Airlines 737-800 Business Class
From Fort Lauderdale to Panama City and again from Panama City to San Salvador, I flew on a Copa Airlines 737-800 in business class. This review will cover both flights. Copa Airlines 737-800 Business Class Review After landing from...
Review: Azul Airlines A330-900neo Business Class
My first flight on Azul Airlines was a great one. The Brazilian carrier’s new A330-900neo is comfortable in business class, service was tremendous, and the food and beverage selection was delicious. Azul Airlines A330-900neo Business Class Review Booking I...
Review: Be Relax Spa LAX (Priority Pass)
I recently checked out the Be Relax Spa in Terminal 1 at Los Angeles International Airpot (LAX), a new addition to the Priority Pass lounge network. My recommendation: allow yourself plenty of time. But it’s a nice addition, especially...
Review: Mercure São Paulo Nacoes Unidas
For $39, I found the Mercure São Paulo Nacoes Unidas to be an ideal “lounge” for my day-long layover in Brazil’s most populous city. Mercure São Paulo Nacoes Unidas Review I arrived into Guarulhos (GRU) airport at 7:55AM and...
Review: Wingtips Lounge (JFK)
If you must, you can stop by this lounge…but the Wingtips Lounge in Terminal 4 at New York JFK is not a lounge I would ever go out of my way to visit. Wingtips Lounge (JFK) Review I recently...
Review: United Club Dallas – Fort Worth (DFW)
United Airlines has slowly re-opened its outstation lounges and most are now open. I recently had the chance to review the United Club in Dallas – Fort Worth (DFW) and walked away quite impressed. United Club Dallas / Forth...
Review: Hilton Garden Inn Dallas Market Center
I recently spent the night at the Hilton Garden Inn Dallas Market Center prior to speaking at the Travel & Adventure show. Believe it or not, it was my first time ever stay at a Hilton Garden Inn. My...
Review: Alaska Airlines A320 First Class
It’s nice to try other carriers once in awhile and I found Alaska Airlines top-notch on my flight from Los Angeles to Dalllas onboard an Airbus A320 in first class. Alaska Airlines A320 First Class Review I booked my...
Review: American Airlines 737-800 First Class
I seem to be enjoying a string of good fortune with American Airlines, as I experienced another great flight, this time on a Boeing 737-800 in first class featuring the dreaded “Oasis” interior. American Airlines 737-800 First Class Review...
Review: Copa Airlines 737 MAX Business Class
My journey from Panama City to Los Angeles onboard a Copa Airlines 737 MAX in business class represents a big step forward for the Panamanian carrier. A lie-flat bed in business class and upgraded soft products make Copa far...
Review: Hyatt Regency Bethesda, Maryland – Terrace
I visited the Washington DC area twice within a week and was able to try the Hyatt Regency Bethesda, Maryland. Here is my review. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
Review: Alaska Airlines Lounge New York (JFK)
Ahead of a recent United Airlines flight, I had a chance to check out the recently re-opened Alaska Airlines lounge in Terminal 7 of New York JFK. While my stay started poorly, it ended up being positive overall. Alaska...
Review: Copa Airlines 737-800 Economy Class
As my time in Guatemala City drew to an end, I returned to GUA Airport and checked in for my 737-800 flight to Panama City, my first-ever flight on Copa Airlines. Copa Airlines 737-800 Economy Class Review I booked...
Review: Hyatt Centric Guatemala City
The Hyatt Centric in Guatemala City is a fancy hotel with a fabulous breakfast. It served as a comfortable base for my stay in Guatemala. Hyatt Centric Guatemala City Review I spent two nights at this property, paying $129/night....
Review: United Airlines 737-800 Business Class To Guatemala City
For my outbound to Guatemala City, I flew United Airlines nonstop from Los Angeles. The carrier has beefed up its service to Central America during the pandemic and offers nonstops to another of cities, including daily service to GUA....
Review: Lufthansa 747 First Class [2021]
Flying Lufthansa First Class onboard the 747 remains a superlative flying experience. This review will take us from Frankfurt to Los Angeles in the pointy nose of the 747-8. Lufthansa 747 First Class Review The flight was almost an...
Review: United Club Houston (IAH – Terminal E)
United Club Houston IAH Terminal E Review I reviewed this lounge prior to my flight to Los Angeles on my way home from Brazil. Location + Hours + Access Located in Terminal E, this lounge is currently open from...
Review: United Airlines 777-300ER Economy Plus
For my duck trip, I “cheeped” out and flew United Airlines from San Francisco to Frankfurt in EconomyPlus. As much as I love to travel in premium cabins, it’s nice to travel in the back once in awhile so...
Review: United Club Houston (IAH – C33)
When I step into this lounge, it feels like old times flying on Continental Airlines. The core of the lounge has not been updated in years, though it has aged well. I also found this lounge less busy than...
