Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • November 30, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Airlines With Strange Seatbelt Sign Policies…
  • November 30, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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How Much Do Credit Card Issuers Pay For Airline & Hotel Points?
  • November 29, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Intriguing: Marriott’s Azerbaijan Ski Resorts
  • November 28, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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BOOKED: My Wildest Review Trip Yet?
  • November 27, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Aeroplan’s Frustrating Call Center Hold Times
  • November 27, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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Why Are Some KLM Planes Branded As “KLM Asia?”
  • 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…
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  • Ben Schlappig
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  • Ben Schlappig
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  • Ben Schlappig
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Air France vs. British Airways A380

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