Hotel Mobile Check-In Via App: Is It Worth Using, And If So, When?
Most major hotel groups, like Hilton, Hyatt, and Marriott, offer a mobile check-in option through their apps. The question is, should you use this, and if so, what’s the benefit to doing so? I don’t a…
JetBlue Premier Card Adds Companion Credits, Mosaic Boost, Award Rebate
In early 2025, we saw JetBlue and Barclays launch the new $499 annual fee JetBlue Premier Card. This was intended to coincide with JetBlue starting to open its own network of lounges, and was also int…
Amex Business Gold Card Review: Maximize Rewards With Up To 4x Points
Link: Learn more about the American Express® Business Gold Card Over the years, credit card issuers have become significantly more competitive when it comes to small business cards. While many peop…
Review: Primeclass Lounge Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)
During my exotic journey to Bangkok via Paris, I flew Aircalin’s Airbus A330neo business class from Paris (CDG) to Bangkok (BKK). Prior to my flight, I had the chance to check out the Primeclass Loung…
Cruising To Antarctica: What’s The Best, Luxury(ish) Option?
In recent times, I’ve gotten more interested in cruising again. It’s an interesting time for the industry, given the number of luxury hotel groups that are sort of getting into the cruising industry, …
Earn Delta SkyMiles Elite Status (MQDs) With Hotels, Rental Cars, And More
Delta SkyMiles has launched a promotion whereby hotel stays, vacation rentals, and rental cars, can count toward elite status for a limited time. We saw a similar promotion from Delta three times in b…
Second Passport? These 11 Countries Let You Buy Citizenship
Securing citizenship in another country is no easy feat. In fact, it’s a plight that takes time and financial resources—especially for those interested in pursuing a citizen-by-investment program. Oth…
Review: Hotel Du Louvre Paris, Hyatt Unbound Collection, France (Good!)
During my exotic journey to Bangkok via Paris, I spent a couple of nights in Paris, and decided to check out two different points hotels. For the first night, I booked SAX Paris, a Hilton LXR property…
9 Stunning Boutique Hotels in Jamaica to Book This Summer
Since Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica last year, the island has been in the midst of a rebuild. Almost six months later, many of the island’s hotels and resorts have reopened their doors. It’…
Atmos Rewards Ascent Visa Card: Are The Perks Worth The $95 Annual Fee?
Link: Learn more about the Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® credit card The $95 annual fee Atmos™ Rewards Ascent Visa Signature® credit card (review) is the basic personal credit card of the A…
Park Hyatt Riviera Maya Cancun, The Brand’s First All-Inclusive, Opens 2027
In late 2023, Hyatt and Parks Hospitality Holdings announced a collaboration that will expand Hyatt’s footprint in Mexico, with the development of four new properties. There’s one that I find to be mo…
New Air India Maharaja Lounge SFO Now Open: Small But Really Nice?!
We know that Air India is currently trying to reinvent itself, including improving every aspect of the passenger experience. We’ve seen the airline roll-out factory fresh wide body planes with new int…
KLM Airbus A350 enters final assembly line in Toulouse
KLM’s first Airbus A350 has now reached the final assembly line in Toulouse, where the aircraft is starting to take its final form before delivery. This is the stage where the main parts of the aircr…
Review: SAX Paris, Hilton LXR, France (Well Intentioned, But Too Hip For Me)
During my exotic journey to Bangkok via Paris, I spent a couple of nights in Paris, and decided to check out two different points hotels. For the first night, I booked SAX Paris, a Hilton LXR property…
Robert Isom & Doug Parker Fly Together From Paris In American Business Class!
It’s interesting to hear about this friendship. I guess it’s not too surprising, though it also sort of is…? American’s current & former CEOs vacation together in Paris Insider JonNYC shares an …