Airlines and hotels are currently in survival mode, raising revenue in creative ways. Selling miles and points to credit card companies has long been a lucrative business and a move that Hilton Hotels recently made, selling US$1 billion of Hilton…
Everyone knows that Google Translate is a lifesaver when planning a trip and on the ground in a distant land. With over 100 languages that can be translated, it is an indispensable free tool for the global traveler. But my…
Reid’s Palace is a historic, five star hotel and a review that I’ve long wanted to write. Located on the Portuguese island of Madeira atop a cliff with Atlantic Ocean views and wonderful gardens, it has played host to Winston…
Travellers might not realise that yes, you can get a refund on your travel insurance policy premium due to COVID-19. The American Express Travel annual policy I purchased to cover my two New York trips (October and December) and a…
Writing a travel blog is a unique challenge in a world where travel for pleasure has come to a standstill. In recent weeks, Drew and I have pivoted to sharing our experiences with untangling our trips booked for the remainder…
The unprecedented impact on travel around the world of COVID-19 has resulted in effectively all travel plans cancelled for the foreseeable future. With many travellers trying to either reschedule or request a refund, being told they need to speak with…
It’s no secret that credit card sign up bonuses are the fastest way to build up your frequent flyer point balance. With 100,000 point bonuses per new card for both Qantas Frequent Flyer and Virgin Velocity being reasonably common, Drew…
A second trip to New York in a matter of months was a luxury made possible by the Cathay Pacific New Year Deal. Winter in New York was an opportunity to enjoy the holiday spirit in the Big Apple. Little…
Having flown this route in October via Vancouver, I was keen to review Cathay Pacific First Class on a direct New York to Hong Kong routing. My flight today, the lunchtime CX831 departure, was boarding from Gate 47. Cathay Pacific…