Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • January 27, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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Marriott Bonvoy Devaluation: How Bad Will It Be?
  • January 25, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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No, Dressing Up Won’t Score You A Flight Upgrade
  • January 18, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
45
Rumana, The Capital One Lounge Superstar
  • January 1, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
44
Do Marriott Elites Now Have To Request Upgrades At Booking?
  • December 31, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
140
Where Should I Travel To See The Northern Lights?
  • December 31, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
116
Will Cathay Pacific Ever Recover?
  • December 26, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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This Alaska Airlines First Class Fare Is Tempting…
  • December 19, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
96
I’m Tempted: Finnair Plus Elite Promotion
  • December 16, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
147
Wish Me Luck: I Bought Millions Of Miles
  • December 12, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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World’s Biggest Airport Was Almost Built In The Everglades?!
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