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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Marriott Bonvoy Devaluation: How Bad Will It Be?
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Details: Capital One Venture X Vacation Rental Credit
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No, Dressing Up Won’t Score You A Flight Upgrade
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Rumana, The Capital One Lounge Superstar
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Airline Safety Records & Ratings: Should You Care?
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Why You Should Book Rosewood Hotels With An Elite Travel Agent
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Do Marriott Elites Now Have To Request Upgrades At Booking?
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Why It Pays To Book Four Seasons With A Travel Agent
  • December 31, 2021
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Where Should I Travel To See The Northern Lights?
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Will Cathay Pacific Ever Recover?
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Five Country European Adventure
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Flying To London Via Puerto Rico

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