Over the past few days, Hilton has updated their website and it is a major improvement over their previous site. As a frequent Hilton traveler, I had become accustomed to their old site, which was certainly adequate, but had a fairly dated look and feel. They had an above average website, but nothing spectacular. The […]
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A Layover in Paris: Taking the Train from CDG Airport to Paris
A Mini Paris Layover Guide Layovers are often a necessary part of international travel, unavoidable really. While I dreaded them when I was a young and inexperienced traveler, I have come to appreciate them as I get older and learn to take advantages of the options that are available. A frequent traveler lounge with hot food, showers and good […]
Air France Lounge at Paris CDG Airport (Terminal 2E, K Gates)
Trip Summary: Back in January of 2012 I decided to put my frequent flyer mileage knowledge, skills and learnings to the test and book the honeymoon of our dreams for my wife and me. While it took several months for the plans to fully materialize, the result was an amazing, while not always seamless trip. This is […]
Want to Visit Africa? KLM Has some Last Minute Deals to Africa
KLM Flights to Africa “on sale” (but not really) KLM sent a targeted email to Flying Blue Members announcing several last minute fair specials to several African destinations for travel originating in the US. Destinations listed are in Kenya, Ghana and Nigeria, with several others available. Is this a good deal? A quick flight search […]
Expert Flyer Adds Support for 20 Additional Airlines – All of Star Alliance
Premium travel search service Expert Flyer has completed integration with 20 new airlines for their service, giving them access to all airlines in the Star Alliance. You can now view flight availability on the following airlines from within Expert Flyer: Adria Airways (JP) ANA (NH) Asiana Airlines (OZ) Austrian (OS) Blue1 (KF) Croatia Airlines (OU) […]
Air France Business Class Review: Detroit (DTW) to Paris (CDG)
Mauritius, Munich, Oktoberfest, Berchtesgaden and Paris: Air France Business Class Review Detroit to Paris Trip Summary: Back in January of 2012 I decided to put my frequent flyer mileage knowledge, skills and learnings to the test and book the honeymoon of our dreams for my wife and me. While it took several months for the plans to […]