Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • May 16, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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Easy Way To Maximize Rakuten New Member Bonus
  • May 15, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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PSA: Don’t Wait At The Wrong Baggage Claim Belt
  • May 13, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
83
Oops: I Missed My Flight, Almost Got Denied Entry To Qatar
  • May 13, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
22
Pan Am Training Videos: Must-Watch For AvGeeks
  • May 11, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
79
Are Doors On Business Class Seats A Big Deal?
  • May 5, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
120
The Most Obnoxious Self-Upgrader I’ve Ever Seen
  • May 5, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
119
Park Hyatt Doha: A Nice Hotel I Won’t Return To (Update)
  • May 4, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
153
I’m Terrible At Sleeping On Planes: Any Tips?
  • May 2, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
48
An Epic Flight In “Qatar Pacific” 777 First Class
  • April 21, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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PSA: Please Respect Those Who Wear Masks On Planes
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  • April 23, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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Birthday Trip To The Maldives
  • March 28, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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A Spring Trip To Italy & France
  • March 16, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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A Quick Jaunt To Hawaii

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