Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

My thoughts and opinions on the broader travel industry, plus extra glimpses of my personal journeys.

Latest Insights

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Aeroplan’s Amazing Singapore Airlines Award Availability
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Marriott Bonvoy Lifetime Elite Luggage Tags
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New Lufthansa First Class Suite: Average Or Epic?
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TSA Known Crewmember Program: Security Risk?
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Why Doesn’t Southwest Airlines Fly Redeyes?
  • November 17, 2022
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Easy Way To Maximize Rakuten New Member Bonus
  • November 9, 2022
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American Airlines’ 25-Minute Minimum Connection Time
  • November 7, 2022
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Chase Sapphire Card 48-Month Bonus Rule Explained
  • November 5, 2022
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The Intriguing World Of Flying Blue Mileage Runs
  • November 4, 2022
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Mystery: Can You Guess Aeroplan’s Newest Airline Partner?
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From Saint-Tropez To Sylt, And Beyond!

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