Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • August 8, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Should Parents Fly First Class, Leave Kids In Economy?
  • August 8, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Renting Cars In Germany Is Kind Of Fun!
  • August 8, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
75
I’m Taking My Parents To Germany (And Going Via Istanbul)!
  • August 7, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
113
Is It Okay To Fly First Class, Leave Spouse In Economy?
  • August 2, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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JetBlue: Great(ish) Airline, Bad Business Model
  • July 30, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
64
Delta’s Bag Guarantee: Should I Feel Guilty Using It?
  • July 27, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
79
Grrr: What To Do With Korean Air SkyPass Miles?
  • July 27, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
58
Aeroplan Partner Award Issues With Etihad & Oman Air: What’s Going On?
  • July 24, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
86
Wow: American Airlines Has Automated Customer Relations
  • July 23, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Global Entry Enrollment On Arrival: Always This Bad?
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  • November 16, 2014
  • Ben Schlappig
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A Suite Ride To Frankfurt
  • October 21, 2014
  • Ben Schlappig
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A380 Addiction
  • October 3, 2014
  • Ben Schlappig
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Mileage Running To Hong Kong

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