Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • September 14, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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Hotel Opening Delays: Why Are They So Common?
  • September 6, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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Which Side Of Plane Will The Sun Be On? Here’s How To Tell…
  • September 5, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
33
Prepaid Fuel On Rental Cars: Always A Bad Deal?
  • September 5, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
45
American Eagle First Class Food: Bite Into Delight
  • September 5, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
74
American Executive Platinum Upgrades: A Reality Check
  • September 4, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
77
American Airlines Buy On Board Food In Economy: Why So Bad?
  • September 4, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
26
Barefoot On Airplanes: Is It Ever Okay Not To Wear Shoes?
  • August 30, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
62
Alaska Mileage Plan Account Hacked, Miles Stolen
  • August 30, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
12
World Of Hyatt Points For Expired Awards?
  • August 28, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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Federal Excise Tax On Airfare: Time For Changes?
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  • April 4, 2019
  • Ben Schlappig
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Sri Lanka Beyond The Airport
  • March 13, 2019
  • Ben Schlappig
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A Detour Across The Pacific
  • February 18, 2019
  • Ben Schlappig
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Dreamlining To Tahiti

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