Just for fun, I’m going to include a short review of my economy class journey across the country from Newark to Los Angeles on United Airlines onboard the 787-10. United Airlines 787-10 Economy Class Review (EWR-LAX) Why economy class?...
My 16-Hour Flight From Johannesburg To Newark (United Airlines 787 Polaris Review)
My journey home from South Africa clocked in at an amazing 16 hours and 5 minutes of flight time thanks to heavy headwinds which slowed our journey and left me plenty of time to explore United’s onboard Polaris business...
Review: Aspire Lounge Johannesburg (JNB)
The star of the Aspire Lounge at O.R. Tambo International in Johannesburg was Jeffrey and I was so pleased to experience his kind hospitality. In terms of Priority Pass lounges at JNB, this one is my favorite. Aspire Lounge...
Review: Shongololo Lounge Johannesburg (JNB)
The Shongololo Lounge lounge in Johannesburg may feel more like a convenience store than a Priority Pass lounge, but it offers a unique amenity at O.R. Tambo International: sealed meals ready to eat. Shongololo Lounge Johannesburg (JNB) Review Location +...
Review: Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch, Johannesburg
I spent my one night in Johannesburg at the Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch. This lovely hotel offers great service and a very comfortable bed in the poshest neighborhood of J’Berg. Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch Johannesburg Review Although I’m a...
Review: United Airlines 787-9 Polaris Business Class Newark To Johannesburg
While United Airlines’ soft product still has not returned to pre-pandemic levels, I enjoyed a comfortable flight with 10 hours of solid sleep from Newark to Johannesburg onboard a 787-9 in Polaris business class. United Airlines 787-9 Newark –...
Review: Singapore Airlines A350 Business Class Singapore – Los Angeles
My 15-hour Singapore Airlines flight from Singapore to Los Angeles flew by with great service, great food, and a comfortable rest onboard the Airbus A350 in business class. Singapore Airlines A350 Long Haul Business Class Review Singapore Airlines A350 Configurations...
Review: Singapore Airlines A350-900 Business Class
For my trip home from Thailand I flew on Singapore Airlines, giving me a chance to fly two legs on the A350-900 and try Singapore’s latest onboard business class product. This review covers my journey from Bangkok to Singapore....
Review: Thai Royal Orchid Lounge Bangkok (BKK)
After checking in for my Singapore Airlines flight, I visited one of the only lounges currently open in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, the Thai Airways Royal Orchid Lounge in the E Gate area. Thai Royal Orchid Lounge Bangkok Review (BKK) While...
Review: Hyatt Regency Bangkok
Modern and sleek, the Hyatt Regency Bangkok is a snazzy hotel adorning the Bangkok skyline. Throw in good service and and nice amenities and you have a winning combination. This review covers my recent stay. Hyatt Regency Bankgok Review...
Review: Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok
The Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok is a Bangkok institution that offers incredible amenities and a very comfortable guest room. I greatly enjoyed my stay and consider this resort one that has aged very well. Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok Review...
My Quarantine Experience At Hyatt Place Bangkok
I spent my “Test And Go” quarantine night at the Hyatt Place Bangkok, a budget property I have stayed at twice in the past. All things considered, I was pleased by the experience and would recommend it. Hyatt Place...
Review: ANA 787-9 Business Class
From Tokyo to Bangkok I flew an ANA 787-9 in business class operated by Air Japan. For this flight, I elected to embrace the Japanese menu in full and once again enjoyed a delightful ANA flight with superb service...
Review: ANA 777-300ER “The Room” Business Class
All Nippon Airways always impresses, but I walked off my flight from London to Tokyo with a huge smile on my face. Business class on the ANA 777-300ER, called “The Room,” is among the best premium cabin products in...
Review: EgyptAir 787-9 Economy Class
I slept through most of my journey from Cairo to London and enjoyed a much better meal than I had in business class on my preceding flight. While legroom in EgyptAir economy class onboard the Boeing 787-9 is tight,...
Review: EgyptAir Alioth Lounge Cairo (CAI)
The EgyptAir Alitoth Lounge in Cairo Terminal 3 is easily the best EgyptAir lounge in the airport. Bright and spacious, it certainly beats the nearby Almeisan and Gienah lounges. EgyptAir Alioth Lounge Review Rather than offer a huge, central...
Review: EgyptAir Almeisan Lounge Cairo (CAI)
After breakfast in the EgyptAir Gienah Lounge, I walked to the Almeisan Lounge, which turned out to be almost a mirror image lounge, but provided space and tranquilly for me to get some work done during my extended layover. EgyptAir...
Review: First Class Lounge Cairo (CAI)
The only thing first class about this lounge is the name. If you thought the EgyptAir lounge in Cairo was bad, this takes “bad” to a whole different level. First Class Lounge Cairo (CAI) Terminal 3 Review I’m really...
Review: EgyptAir Gienah Lounge Cairo (CAI)
After stepping off my EgyptAir flight and then dealing with the drama at the transit desk, I was famished. Upstairs, I quickly found the Gienah Lounge, one of several EgyptAir lounges in Terminal 3. EgyptAir Gienah Lounge Review Rather...
Review: EgyptAir 787-9 Business Class
While EgyptAir has a lot to offer in terms of friendly service and a great business class seat, the unacceptable catering on my Boeing 787-9 flight from Washington to Cairo in business class really left me with a poor...
