One of the most impressive properties inside both Kimpton and, thusly IHG, is the Kimpton Seafire Resort in Grand Cayman. I have been excited to try it from the moment it was announced that IHG Rewards Club points could...
Review: Hyatt City of Dreams (Manila) – Suite
During a mileage run to the Philippines, I was able to check out the Hyatt City of Dreams in Manila. This hotel uniquely combines luxury and value, especially when staying on World of Hyatt points. If you are considering booking...
Review: Hilton Narita Airport – Day Rate
During a trip to Manila, I had a layover in each direction at Tokyo Narita. The first layover was too short to leave the airport (six hours) but the second was perfect for a Day Rate stay at the...
Review: American Airlines A321T Business Class New York To Los Angeles
My evening flight from New York to Los Angeles on American Airlines was a nice change of pace from my usual United flight. I generally don’t stray from United Airlines domestically, but United was sold out in business class...
Review: Hyatt Regency Resort Guam – Suite
During a trip to the Philippines, I spent 18 hours at the Hyatt Regency Resort Guam with a Globalist suite upgrade. I was surprised and impressed by what I found and I can’t wait to get back. If you...
Review: Hong Kong Airlines NEW A350 Business Class – Hong Kong To Los Angeles
While I enjoyed my fight from Los Angeles to Hong Kong very much, I was pleased to experience Hong Kong’s newest aircraft for the flight home to LA, featuring the carrier’s latest business class seat. After a long layover...
Review: Hong Kong Airlines Business Class Lounge (HKG)
The Hong Kong Airlines Club Autus Lounge offers beautiful lounge space and several nice amenities in HKG’s Midfield Terminal. I had a chance to check out this lounge twice. Both visits were comfortable: the lounge was never too full...
Review: Hong Kong Airlines A330 Business Class Bangkok To Hong Kong
Here’s a brief review of my quick early morning flight from Bangkok to Hong Kong on Hong Kong Airlines aboard the A330 in business class. With no line for business class passengers, check-in took mere moments. After a longer...
Review: Miracle Lounge Bangkok (BKK)
While Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) actually has nine Miracle Lounges throughout its terminals, this review will give you a good sense of what to expect at any of them. These are all Priority Pass lounges and also contract with many airlines...
Review: A Return To The Hyatt Place Bangkok
Last year I was the first Globalist to stay at the Hyatt Place Bangkok during the hotel’s soft opening. A year later, the hotel continues to mature…in a good way. By virtue of my cheap Hong Kong Airlines business...
Review: Hong Kong Airlines A330 Business Class Hong Kong To Bangkok
The short flight from Hong Kong to Bangkok was just enough time to appreciate the Hong Kong Airlines A330 business class product. After three days of excellent meetings in Hong Kong, it was time to go home. But instead...
Review: Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
My suite in the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong proved to be the ideal venue to host meetings during a busy week at the adjoining convention center. Rates were outrageous during this busy week, but thankfully I was able to...
Review: Hong Kong Airlines A350 Business Class Los Angeles To Hong Kong
My first flight on Hong Kong Airlines was a great one. Hong Kong Airlines offered excellent service and comfort onboard its A350-900 in business class. Hong Kong Airlines does offer online check-in on some flights, but I was unable...
Review: Los Angeles International Lounge (LAX)
The Los Angeles International Lounge in the Tom Bradly International Terminal at LAX is the “leftover” lounge. Emirates and Etihad have their own lounge at LAX. Oneworld and Star Alliance both have first class and business class lounges. SkyTeam...
Review: Asiana A380 First Class Seoul To Los Angeles
My flight abroad the Asiana A380 in first class was one of the best of my life. After spending several hours in the first class lounge, I boarded my 10.5-hour flight to Los Angeles. A FA welcomed me onboard...
Review: Asiana First Class Lounge Seoul (ICN)
The Asiana First Class Lounge in Seoul is comparatively disappointing to other first class lounges, but nevertheless a comfortable spot to wait for your flight. Between my Thai Airways flight from Bangkok and flight home to Los Angeles, I...
Review: Thai Airways 777-200 Business Class Bangkok To Seoul
Thai Airways simply does not offer a competitive business class product on its 777-200. There is no other way to say it. I appreciate the warm service on Thai and thought the meals were decent on this flight, but...
Review: Thai Airways Royal Orchid Spa – Bangkok (BKK)
The Thai Airways Royal Orchid Spa is one of my favorite amenities of any airline lounge in the entire world. Located across the hall from the Royal First Class lounge in Bangkok (BKK), the spa offers complimentary treatments for...
Review: Thai Airways Airways Royal First Lounge Bangkok (BKK)
The Thai Airways Royal First Lounge in Bangkok offers personalized service, a la carte dining, and a quiet oasis from bustling Suvarnabhumi Airport. This review will include photos from my visits over the years…I’ve never reviewed this lounge before and...
Review: Thai Airways A380 First Class Osaka To Bangkok
While it is always fun to try a new A380 first class product, I did not expect such a great flight on Thai Airways…my best overall flight ever with them. After spending about 40 minutes in the Thai Airways...
