At the SWISS Alpine Lounge in Zurich, less is more and yet the simple, subtle design and offerings of this lounge make it one of my favorite in the world. SWISS Alpine Lounge Review ZRH I recently spoke fondly...
Amazing Fondue Dinner In Zurich
Few things are more quintessentially Swiss than a fondue dinner. I enjoyed exquisite fondue and lovely service at Fribourger Fondue Stübli in Zurich. Delectable Fondue At Fribourger Fondue Stübli In Zurich Fondue is a Swiss melted cheese and wine dish served...
Flight Attendant Caught Vaping Onboard After Telling Passengers Not To Vape!
Rules for thee but not for me? New Zealand civil aviation law prohibits vaping onboard commercial flights. One passenger claims he caught a flight attendant vaping moments after she had performed her in-flight safety briefing, which included a warning that it was unlawful...
Photo Essay: Kunsthaus Zürich
I enjoyed an afternoon in the Kunsthaus Zürich, Switzerland’s premiere art museum. Kunsthaus Zürich – A Photo Essay My wife has cultivated in me a great appreciation for art and I now make it a point to visit art...
Review: Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle (Suite)
I have reviewed the Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle before and note that review remains timely, but wanted to offer a brief review on what a suite is like here as well as provide an update on the...
Swiss Humor: Rail Station Vending Machines
European vending machines have always amused me, but I could not help but to chuckle about the juxtaposition of items in a Swiss vending machine at the central rail station in Zurich. Swiss Rail Station Vending Machines – Humorous...
A Lovely Sunday In Zürich
The more I visit, the more I love the Swiss city of Zürich. I enjoyed a lovely Sunday in Zürich that nicely captures the allure of the largest city in Switzerland. A Lovely Sunday Of Church, Coffee, Art, And...
When The Only 737-800 Breaks Down…
Air Vanuatu serves Auckland, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney…with one 737-800. So when that aircraft broke down, the ripple effect was tusanmi-like. Air Vanuatu Broken 737-800 Leads To Cascading Cancellations Across Australia + New Zealand Air Vanuatu is the flag...
Great Coffee In Zürich
I spent a lovely weekend in Zürich, Switzerland and found two excellent coffee shops that I look forward to returning to. The coffee culture is alive and well in the largest Swiss city. Best Coffee In Zürich My friend...
The Best Cocktail Bars In Zurich
Zurich is a lovely Swiss city that is also home to a couple outstanding cocktail bars. My Picks For The Two Best Cocktail Bars In Zurich I was traveling with my friend in Zurich who is a cocktail aficionado...
Out Of Control Tipping: Enough Already!
I am tired of tipping for service that does not go above and beyond baseline expectations and I am even more tired of being guilted for not doing so. Thus, I’m throwing down the gauntlet and scaling back my...
Review: SWISS A330-300 Business Class
From Boston to Zurich I traveled on SWISS onboard an aging yet nevertheless comfortable A330-300 in business class. While SWISS business class, particularly on the A330, represents a below-average product these days, I quite appreciated the superb service onboard...
American Airlines Flight Attendants Decry “Unlawful” Attendance Policy
Flight attendants at American Airlines based in New York are vowing to push back against what they call an “erratic and irresponsible” attendance policy they contend violates state law. After a recent victory for flight attendants in California, there...
Disney World’s Reedy Creek Outmaneuvers Desantis, Florida
Just before Florida took control of Disney World’s Reedy Creek Development, the Happiest [Company] on Earth, the house of mouse had one more trick up its sleeve. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
Unlimited Margaritaville Cruise Offer Great For Some
Margaritaville Cruises, the Jimmy Buffett-inspired brand, offered 500 unlimited cruise packages for $899 and it’s a great value for some but not for all. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
Dropping The Ball On Hilton’s Diamond Status Challenge
Hilton offered a Diamond Status challenge to me and I completely dropped the ball, here’s why and what I intend to do about it. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
United Airlines Fires Six Senior Flight Attendants For Bullying Junior Flight Attendant. Now They Are Suing United.
United Airlines sacked six senior flight attendants for what it claims was the bullying of a junior flight attendant. These six flight attendants have now sued United, claiming that long-established disciplinary protocols were not followed and that age discrimination...
Review: Lufthansa Lounge Boston (BOS)
Lufthansa offers an excellent out-station lounge at Boston Logan Airport with a wide assortment of high-quality food and drinks as well as ample seating. Lufthansa Lounge Boston Review (BOS) I visited this lounge prior to my SWISS flight to...
Review: United Club Boston (BOS)
I spent several hours in the United Club Boston and really appreciated the natural light, tarmac views, and spread of food. United Club Boston Review (BOS) Last time I was in the club, it was fairly crowded. This time,...
Review: Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Boston (BOS)
The Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse in Boston just closed and is undergoing renovation, but I still want to share about my recent visit and give you an idea of what to expect once it reopens. Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Boston Review (BOS)...
