Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • March 12, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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All Nippon Airways A380 First Class: The Flying Honu, At Last!
  • March 11, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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Japanese Hotels, Onsens, And Nudity: What’s Your Take?
  • March 11, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
66
Ritz-Carlton Reserve Niseko: Disappointing, Misbranded
  • March 10, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
22
Park Hyatt Niseko: Amazing Ski Resort, Worth A Visit!
  • March 6, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
116
The Sad Decline Of Flying Blue Business Class Award Availability
  • March 6, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
14
Japan Airlines Domestic A350-900 Class J: Basic And Comfortable
  • March 5, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
30
Tokyo EDITION: Ginza Vs. Toranomon Comparison
  • March 4, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
97
I Bought Hibiki Whisky In Japan Airlines First Class… Now What?!?
  • March 4, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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Japan Airlines 777 First Class: A Bit Outdated, But Still Great!
  • March 3, 2025
  • Ben Schlappig
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Score: Booking Four Japan Airlines First Class Award Seats!
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  • June 17, 2016
  • Ben Schlappig
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New Years In The Maldives, Summer In New Zealand
  • June 11, 2016
  • Tiffany Funk
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  • Ben Schlappig
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