Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

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

Latest Insights

  • September 5, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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American Eagle First Class Food: Bite Into Delight
  • September 5, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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American Executive Platinum Upgrades: A Reality Check
  • September 4, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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American Airlines Buy On Board Food In Economy: Why So Bad?
  • September 4, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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Barefoot On Airplanes: Is It Ever Okay Not To Wear Shoes?
  • August 30, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
62
Alaska Mileage Plan Account Hacked, Miles Stolen
  • August 30, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
12
World Of Hyatt Points For Expired Awards?
  • August 28, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
42
Federal Excise Tax On Airfare: Time For Changes?
  • August 28, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
7
How To Maximize International First Class Travel
  • August 28, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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How Often Do I Fly Economy? My Strategy…
  • August 27, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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New Year’s Eve Hotel Stay Elite Status Credit: How Does It Work?
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  • February 12, 2022
  • Ben Schlappig
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Turks & Caicos On A Whim
  • November 2, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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Five Country European Adventure
  • October 18, 2021
  • Ben Schlappig
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Birthday Hotel Hopping In Paris

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