Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • December 23, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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Emirates A380 First Class With Dad: So Fun That I Needed A Day To Recover
  • December 22, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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The Evolving Ways Airlines Open Award Seats, Which Changes The Points Game
  • December 22, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
34
Miles & Points: The Best Of Times, The Worst Of Times
  • December 22, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
13
Flights That Land A Day Before They Take Off: Celebrate The New Year Twice
  • December 22, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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My Simple Approach To Packing Clothes For Travel, Maximizing Carry-On Space
  • December 20, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
12
Philippine Airlines Has Special Seats For Passengers With Nut Allergies?!?
  • December 19, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
26
What’s The Minimum Drinking Age On Flights? It Ranges From 16 To 21…
  • December 19, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
20
Giving Feedback When Checking Out Of Hotels: When Is It Worth Doing?
  • December 18, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
15
Post-Flight Airline Surveys: Why They’re Typically Worth Filling Out
  • December 17, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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Bad: Fairmont Udaipur Cancels Booking, Doesn’t Apologize, Offers Nothing
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  • October 5, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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Two Trips To The Southern Hemisphere
  • July 18, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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A Secret Mission To Dubai
  • June 18, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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From Saint-Tropez To Sylt, And Beyond!

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