On my trip to Europe last month I found myself twice at more pricey on-site airport hotels than properties with a similar star level a few miles away. Why? I’ll explain. Airport hotels always tend to be more expensive than off-site...
Aeroplan “Tech” Issues: Coincidental or Deliberate?
Aeroplan, the spun-off loyalty program of Air Canada, is slowly whittling down the number of Star Alliance carriers you can redeem miles on. I believe it is fair to ask whether there is something nefarious going on. At present,...
Freakish Brawl on ANA Flight to LAX Reminds Me of My Own Near-Miss Fight
In watching a video of two passengers in a fistfight on an ANA flight from Tokyo to Los Angeles, I was reminded of my own near-miss fight many years ago. You can watch the disgusting video here– It appears...
Here’s How to Get a Free Transit Hotel and Visa in Doha
Yesterday I wrote about the new +Qatar program in Doha, offering a complimentary visa and hotel room for transit passengers. Here’s how to take advantage of this free offer. Reminders: Free transit hotel program runs through 30 September 2017 Valid...