Sam Chui
Photo Report: World’s First Louis Vuitton Airport Lounge
The world's first-ever Louis Vuitton Lounge by Yannick Alléno has opened in Doha; Hamad International Airport. It brings an exquisite fusion of luxury gastronomy and French savoir-faire. Who can access the Louis Vuitton Lounge? Currently, access is exclusively for Qatar Airways Privilege Club Gold and Platinum members. In addition, guests...
TravelUpdate
The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa
The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa Earlier in late Fall this year, I traveled and stayed at the Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa after a work trip. This Marriott resort is actually located Henderson, Nevada.   It’s about a 15 minutes drive from the Las Vegas strip. ...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Indirect Travel Fun – Finnair AY10 Chicago O’Hare to Helsinki Airport – Economy Class
Finnair AY10 Chicago O’Hare Terminal 5 to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Economy Class) Indirect Travel Fun How much is it this time??? Early Morning National Express, Mid Moring Terminal 3 Elegantly Lounging around Terminal 3 (Cathay Pacific and American Airlines Lounges) American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago (Main Cabin Extra)...
Frequent Floaters
Introduction: Sailing Celebrity Cruises’ Flora in the Galapagos
Introduction: Sailing Celebrity Cruises’ Flora in the Galapagos Packing for the Galapagos Getting to Quito, Ecuador in Delta First Class JW Marriott Hotel Quito Review Exploring Quito, Ecuador on a Celebrity Cruise Excursion Quito to the Galapagos and Back by Avianca Charter Ship Review – Celebrity Flora Cabin Review –...
Travel Codex
Review: Air Tahiti Nui B787-9 Business Class, Papeete to LAX
Following a 24-hour strike delay, we finally prepared to head home from Tahiti. Though originally not booked until Friday, Air Tahiti found us 3 seats to head home Thursday instead. Air Tahiti Nui B787-9 Business Class definitely isn’t the most updated product around. But it’s perfectly acceptable given the prevalence...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Indirect Travel Fun – Back to O’Hare and The Swissport Lounge
Back to O’Hare and The Swissport Lounge Indirect Travel Fun Or. Oh. Dearie. Me.  How much is it this time??? Early Morning National Express, Mid Moring Terminal 3 Elegantly Lounging around Terminal 3 (Cathay Pacific and American Airlines Lounges) American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago (Main Cabin Extra) Into...
Live and Let’s Fly
Trip Report: Miami To Barbados Via Explora Journeys
My family took a cruise over the Thanksgiving holiday and it really was a resort at sea. It helped us visit places we’d never been before. This is an introduction to our cruise on Explora Journeys. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
Live and Let’s Fly
Introduction: A 24-Hour Trip To Australia On Qantas
I recently flew 15 hours from Los Angeles to Sydney only to turn around a day later and fly home. Blame complications at home plus an elusive first class award on Qantas for such a short trip Down Under. But I hope it makes for an interesting trip report… 1-Day...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Indirect Travel Fun – Chicago Classics, Peaquod’s Pizza
Chicago Classics – Peaquod’s Pizza Indirect Travel Fun How much is it this time??? Early Morning National Express, Mid Moring Terminal 3 Elegantly Lounging around Terminal 3 (Cathay Pacific and American Airlines Lounges) American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago (Main Cabin Extra) Into the USA, Crowne Plaza O’Hare Hyatt...
View from the Wing
Review: Brand New Abu Dhabi Airport Terminal And Etihad First Class Lounge
Abu Dhabi airport has a brand new terminal that opened this month, and a brand new lounge complex. This was my opportunity to experience the first class check-in lounge, premium immigration and security, and Etihad's new sit down first class dining - and boarding of the Airbus A380 from inside...
View from the Wing
Bypassing Southwest for a Premium American Airlines Connection: My Business Class Journey to Chicago
I wouldn't normally connect flying between Austin and Chicago but for this trip it worked out perfectly. Continue reading Bypassing Southwest for a Premium American Airlines Connection: My Business Class Journey to Chicago...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Indirect Travel Fun – Rebuilding a Legacy: Central Camera Company 
Rebuilding a Legacy: Central Camera Company Indirect Travel Fun How much is it this time??? Early Morning National Express, Mid Moring Terminal 3 Elegantly Lounging around Terminal 3 (Cathay Pacific and American Airlines Lounges) American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago (Main Cabin Extra) Into the USA, Crowne Plaza O’Hare...
Live and Let’s Fly
A Delightful Day At Disneyland
For my son Augustine’s birthday, we spent a day at Disneyland, which was crowded but nevertheless a treat. Our 2023 Disneyland Visit We spent the night before at the Hyatt Regency Orange County down the street to avoid morning stress and arrived at the park at 9:00 am, just as...
View from the Wing
Review: Park Hyatt Dubai
The Park Hyatt Dubai felt like a special property a decade ago. Now it's in desperate need of renovation. The staff is still very good. Breakfast is still very good, but so busy that service couldn't keep up. Continue reading Review: Park Hyatt Dubai...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Indirect Travel Fun – The Canon EOS R50, A Quick Bench Test
The Canon EOS R50, A Quick Bench Test Indirect Travel Fun How much is it this time??? Early Morning National Express, Mid Moring Terminal 3 Elegantly Lounging around Terminal 3 (Cathay Pacific and American Airlines Lounges) American Airlines AA99 London Heathrow to Chicago (Main Cabin Extra) Into the USA, Crowne...