Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • January 26, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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A “5-Star” Aloft Hotel With A Club Lounge?!?
  • January 25, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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Does Spirit Airlines Have An Independent Future? Probably Not…
  • January 25, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
5
Hyatt Credit Card: Calendar Vs. Anniversary Year
  • January 22, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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Hyatt Credit Card $15K First Year Sweet Spot
  • January 22, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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US Airline Industry Consolidation: Is More Needed?
  • January 22, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
74
Planning A Trip To Iceland (Not In Summer): Good Idea?
  • January 21, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
23
Airline Rimowa Amenity Kits: Some Of My Favorite Airline Collectibles
  • January 19, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
50
Emirates’ Brilliant, Unrivaled A380 Halo Effect
  • January 14, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
42
Airport Lounge Access Economics: Who Foots The Bill?
  • January 13, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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How Much Do Award Tickets Cost Airlines? You Might Be Surprised
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  • Ben Schlappig
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  • Ben Schlappig
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  • Tiffany Funk
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