Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • October 10, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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My Hyatt Business Card Application: Instant Approval!
  • October 8, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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My 6 Favorite Commercial Airplanes
  • October 7, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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How Much Are Capital One Miles Worth Now?
  • October 6, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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Bad Deal: United MileagePlus Miles By The Month Subscription
  • October 5, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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9 Reasons The Chase Sapphire Preferred Is Worth It
  • October 5, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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My Favorite Website For Tracking A Plane’s History
  • October 2, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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Why It Pays To Have No Annual Fee Amex Cards
  • October 1, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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My Roundabout Routing From Jacksonville To Tampa
  • October 1, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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The 8 Amex Platinum Card Perks I Value Most
  • September 30, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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Is The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Card Worth It?
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  • August 22, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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Flying To London Via Puerto Rico
  • August 9, 2021
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Hotel Hopping In Amazing Los Cabos
  • May 24, 2021
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Taking My Mom To Greece!

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