Allow me to take you back to the memorable stay at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego I did with my parents back in February 2022. Nestled along […]
Tips & Tricks
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Expiring Airline Credit? Here’s How To Extend It!
Airline credits are often provided to passengers as compensation for flight cancellations, delays, or as part of travel vouchers. They serve as a form of currency that can […]
Lounge Review
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Review: Capital One Lounge Dallas Fort-Worth (DFW)
There was so much hype when Capital One announced its entry into the premium travel card space with the launch of the Venture X (review) credit card. Along […]
Lounge Review
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Review: Amex Centurion Lounge San Francisco (SFO) – 2023 Expansion
As one of the earliest Centurion Lounges, the SFO location was in dire need for expansion. After closing for several months in late 2022, the newly renovated lounge […]
Tips & Tricks
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Easily Search Award Space With BILT!
So, you’ve earned a bunch of points…but now the real headache is how to use it effectively. Enter BILT. It’s been just over a year since I signed […]
Credit Cards
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Chime Secured Credit Card: Great Way To Build Credit?
One of the biggest painpoints is getting approved for your first credit card with limited or no credit history. This is particularly challenging for newcomers / international students […]
Hotel Review
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Review: Courtyard by Marriott Taipei (台北六福萬怡酒店)
Back in 2019, I had the chance to stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Taipei hotel (台北六福萬怡酒店) during my quick trip to Taipei from Taichung to visit some […]
Hotel Review
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Review: Grand Hyatt at SFO
In February 2022, I stayed at The Grand Hyatt at SFO located right on the SFO airport premises with my parents. It was one of the nicest airport […]
Lounge Review
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Review: Priority Pass Restaurants (SFO)
How often do you try to visit a Priority Pass lounge in the US and realize there are no lounges at your airport terminal? Even if there is, […]
Hotel Review
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Review: Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas
The Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, which opened in March 2021, is one of the newest additions to Hyatt’s portfolio. Prior to our visit, I had read mixed […]
Flight Review
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Review: Delta One Suites (Boeing 767-400) New York to San Francisco (JFK – SFO)
The new Delta One Suites could be one of the best ways to fly across the country today and is bringing some serious competition to alternatives such as […]
Lounge Review
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Review: The Plumeria Lounge Honolulu (HNL) by Hawaiian Airlines
I visited The Plumeria Lounge at Honolulu International Airport (HNL) in October 2021 during my Hawaii trip. The lounge is technically a Hawaiian Airlines lounge, but is also […]
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Review: American Airlines Flagship Lounge & Flagship Dining New York (JFK)
I finally got to visit one of American Airlines’ top-tier lounges – The Flagship Lounge at New York JFK – which features the “Flagship First Dining” facility that’s […]
Lounge Review
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Review: American Airlines Admirals Club San Francisco (SFO)
The new American Airlines Admirals Club at San Francisco’s Harvey Milk Terminal 1 was completed in October 2020 in the midst of the pandemic, and has been on […]
Credit Cards
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First Look: BILT Rewards Credit Card – Easiest Way To Earn Points Paying Rent?
With the announced demise of PayPal Key, where for over a year I have taken advantage of it’s great “virtual card” feature to pay rent with no fees […]
Hotel Review
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Review: Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki Beach, Hawaii (FHR)
The Ritz-Carlton Residences – located in the Waikiki Beach neighborhood of Honolulu, Hawaii, is considered one of the few modern hotels on the island. The hotel complex is […]
Credit Cards
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Chase Freedom Flex: The Best Starter Card?
Usually when asked which card people should start with, I would reply with, “It depends”. However, the Chase Freedom Flex changed that and has become THE go-to card […]
Flight Review
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Review: American Airlines A321T Flagship First San Francisco to New York (SFO-JFK)
Considered one of the most luxurious way to fly domestic coast-to-coast commercially, the American Airlines Flagship First product on the A321T is the only remaining true “First Class” […]
Lounge Review
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Review: Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse San Francisco (SFO)
The Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at San Francisco’s SFO may be the airport’s best kept secret [lounge]. The combination of amazing food and service, relatively ease of access and […]
Misc
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My Hertz Tesla Model 3 Rental Experience!
I recently got the chance to experience renting a Tesla from Hertz for a week-long road trip across California with my parents. For context, Hertz announced late last […]
Lounge Review
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Review: Amex Centurion Lounge New York LaGuardia (LGA)
New York’s LaGuardia airport (LGA) finally has a brand new Centurion Lounge thanks to the LGA Terminal B renovation project. The 10,000 square feet lounge opened in June […]
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Credit Cards
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Amex Platinum: Full Review [2023]
What was once seen as the king of premium travel cards has over the years evolved to something much different. The Platinum Card from American Express may have […]
Lounge Review
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Review: Amex Centurion Lounge New York (JFK)
At more than 15,000 square feet and spanning two entire floors, the American Express Centurion Lounge at JFK’s Terminal 4 is one of the newest and largest in […]
Tips & Tricks
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Credit Card Hacks To Speed Through Airport Security (TSA Pre, Global Entry, CLEAR)
Traveling this holiday season and don’t want to deal with security lines? You may be surprised to find out that your credit card may fully reimburse you for […]