Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • November 23, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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BOOKED: Etihad & British Airways A380 First Class, And More!
  • November 23, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Impressions From Our Trip To Kyoto, Japan
  • November 10, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Should US Airlines Greatly Expand First Class?
  • October 26, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Hertz Executive Customer Service Contacted Me…
  • October 24, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Hertz Tries To Walk, Upsell, And Rip Me Off, All At Once
  • October 24, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Why It Pays To Have No Annual Fee Amex Cards
  • October 24, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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When Does American Open Blocked Economy Seats?
  • October 24, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Why Did American Airlines Call Me At 3:22AM?
  • October 22, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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American Million Miler: It’s Time For Major Improvements
  • October 17, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Emirates Aircraft Swap: Any Recourse?
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  • January 24, 2016
  • Ben Schlappig
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The Long Way Between LA And London
  • January 14, 2016
  • Tiffany Funk
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Off The Beaten Track In Thailand
  • December 6, 2015
  • Ben Schlappig
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