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...
Review: United Club Houston (IAH – Terminal C1)

In all my years of flying, I’ve rarely seen a lounge this packed. After just a few moments in the Terminal C North (C1) United Club at Houston Bush Intercontinental (IAH), I turned around and left. This is a...
Review: United Club Houston (IAH – Terminal B)

Although only offering pre-packaged food items, the Terminal B United Club was the least crowded of the four I visited at Houston Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and very much an old-school Continental lounge in terms of appearance. United Club Houston...
Review: Grand Hyatt São Paulo

I greatly enjoyed a short but relaxing stay at the Grand Hyatt São Paulo. Not only was I upgraded to a large suite, but I found the staff exceedingly kind and the amenities quite generous, particularly considering we were...
Review: United Club Chicago O’Hare (ORD – B18)

The B18 United Club at Chicago O’Hare is currently my least favorite of the four United lounges at ORD due to the more limited food selection and threadbare furniture, but it brings back many happy memories. United Club Chicago...
Review: United Airlines Polaris Business Class To Brazil And Back

What is it is like to fly United Airlines Polaris Business Class To Brazil? This review highlights my journey from Chicago to São Paulo on a 787-9 then from São Paulo to Houston on a 777-200. My flight from...
Review: United Club Chicago O’Hare (ORD – F9)

United’s only airport lounge in Terminal 2 at Chicago O’Hare is actually one of its best, with plenty of room to spread out and superb tarmac views. The United Club at F9 offers a welcome respite from the hustle...
Review: United Club Chicago O’Hare (ORD – C16)

While the United Club in Terminal 1, Concourse C of Chicago O’Hare (ORD) can get crowded, United Airlines is steadily improving amenities and this lounge proved to be a comfortable venue to spend a nine-hour layover. United Club Chicago...
Review: Virgin Atlantic A350-1000 Upper Class

I found the Virgin Atlantic A350-1000 in “Upper Class” (business class) to be a tremendous revolution in comfort with the same tasty food and warm service I’ve come to expect for years on Virgin. This review covers my journey...
Review: Thompson Hotel Chicago Loft Suite

A stunning location, cool design, and now part of the Hyatt family, the Thompson Hotel Chicago and its Loft Suite had us singing its praises, especially during Lollapalooza weekend. What a great value for a Category 4 property. If...
Review: Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle

Hyatt’s newest property in Switzerland is a beautiful and comfortable hotel just steps from Zurich Airport. The Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle is not just a hotel, but part of a new district that epitomizes the creative use...
Review: SWISS 777-300ER Economy Class

Economy class is rarely anything to get excited about, particularly in a middle seat of a 10-across layout on an 11-hour flight. Nevertheless, I found SWISS Economy Class onboard the 777-300ER to be entirely tolerable with service that exceeded...
Review: Air Serbia A330-200 Business Class

As much as I loved Air Serbia and recommend its flagship route between New York and Belgrade, there are a few things you should be aware of when flying on its new Airbus A330-200 in business class. Air Serbia...
Review: Air Serbia Premium Lounge Belgrade (Best Priority Pass Lounge In The World)

I spent about an hour in the Air Serbia Premium Lounge in Belgrade Airport (BEG) prior to my flight to New York and walked away quite impressed. Not only this is a fine premium lounge with a wide range...
Review: Hyatt Regency Belgrade (Suite)

I hereby decree the Hyatt Regency Belgrade as one of the best category 1 Hyatt hotels in the world. I had an amazing one night stay here in between Air Serbia flights. Hyatt Regency Belgrade Review Booking First, a...
Review: Air Serbia A319 Business Class

While the business class seat onboard the Air Serbia Airbus A319 is nothing special, the service and food onboard makes the Serbian flag carrier one of my favorite airlines for travel within Europe. Air Serbia A319 Business Class Review...
Review: Four Seasons Istanbul At The Bosphorus

The Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus proved to be one of the finest hotels I have ever stayed in, with remarkable service, delicious food, and exquisite accommodations. This hotel is a splurge, but you will not find a...
Review: Turkish Airlines A350 Business Class

Without a doubt, the Airbus A350-900 is my favorite aircraft in the Turkish Airlines fleet. Not only is the aircraft spacious, but it is simply beautiful. Plus, Turkish Airlines has restored much (but not all) of its pre-pandemic service...