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How We Use Points for Hotels and Flights – Our Trip to Vietnam, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka

We often get asked how we travel so much, use points, and score such great deals. As a precursor to our blog post about tips to maximize points redemptions, we will share all the details about our annual extended vacation last October/November 2017 to give you an idea of the amount of planning it takesContinue reading “How We Use Points for Hotels and Flights – Our Trip to Vietnam, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka”

Review: The Edison George Town, Penang Malaysia

Back when we were in George Town in 2010, there wasn’t anywhere to stay like this, a historical building/hotel also conveniently located to the sites in George Town. From a tycoon’s mansion, to administrative offices for Japanese occupying forces during the 2nd world war, to an opium den, to a backpacker’s hotel, The Edison inContinue reading “Review: The Edison George Town, Penang Malaysia”

Planning a Trip to Brazil: 10 Tips

For our 3rd trip to South America, we decided to visit Brazil, a country we have always been intrigued about. In this post, we share tips about planning a trip to Brazil based on our recent visit in September 2023.

Hotel Reviews: W Punta de Mita vs Andaz Mayakoba

In this post, we compare Marriott’s W Punta de Mita to Hyatt’s Andaz Mayakoba to assess which one is a better use of points based on our experience and what each resort offers.

The New Aeroplan Program: 5 Things to Know

Air Canada launched the new Aeroplan program in August 2020, promising a revamped enhanced experience for members. As Aeroplan users for close to 20 years some of the changes are not surprising while some are and just like every program, you have to get to know it to find the best value and sweet spotsContinue reading “The New Aeroplan Program: 5 Things to Know”

Review: Turkish Airlines 787 Business Class from DPS – Denpasar Bali to IST – Istanbul Turkey

Turkish Airlines started their Dreamliner 787-900 service on select international routes over the summer in 2019. These newly acquired 787s allowed Turkish Airlines to expand their fleet and to modernize their business class product. In November 2019, we flew on Turkish Airlines ‘ new 787 in business class from DPS – I Gusti Ngurah RaiContinue reading “Review: Turkish Airlines 787 Business Class from DPS – Denpasar Bali to IST – Istanbul Turkey”

Indulge: A Review of Ulekan Indonesian Food in Canggu Bali

Ulekan is an Indonesian restaurant located in Canggu; you can reach this restaurant easily from Seminyak as you do not need to cross the infamous Canggu Shortcut. Ulekan is part of The Good Brotherhood which includes the following restaurants: Watercress, Milk & Madu, The Common, Bangkok Hustle, Shmurger Burger. During our travels to Bali, weContinue reading “Indulge: A Review of Ulekan Indonesian Food in Canggu Bali”

Stay: A Review of Dar Kandi Boutique Hotel in Marrakesh

Sometimes, you will travel somewhere just to stay at a certain hotel and other times, you find the best options based on where you are going to maximize your enjoyment of the place. When looking at accommodation options in Marrakesh, we experienced some challenges; Should we spend all our nights in the Medina of Marrakesh?Continue reading “Stay: A Review of Dar Kandi Boutique Hotel in Marrakesh”

Review: Alaska Airlines Lounge SEA-TAC North Satellite Terminal

Seattle-Tacoma Airport (SEA-TAC) is the 8th busiest US airport and commercial and cargo flights continue to increase. As part of the airport’s growth and modernization strategy, the North Satellite Terminal, also known as the “N-Gates” has been renovated and expanded. In addition to new vendors, 8 more gates, Alaska Airlines has also opened their 15,800Continue reading “Review: Alaska Airlines Lounge SEA-TAC North Satellite Terminal”