Usually my "on demand" car service of choice is Uber, but lately they have been grinding my gears. It seems like every time I call up the app, they arbitrarily assign surge pricing to the fare. Yes, I would like a ride. No, I would not like to pay 1.5x the going rate. The first time this happened on Oahu, I called up Lyft for an alternative. Uber immediately gave a … [Read more...] about An Ode to the Best Lyft Driver Ever
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Episode 3: Live from the Intercontinental Thalasso in Bora Bora
Usually on Saturdays we offer our weekly update of travel happenings, points earning and bookings. But this week I don't have much to update. I already wrote about a few bad things that happened this week, and now we are just relaxing. With that said, I did record a new podcast episode. It's a quick listen at 6 minutes long and we talk about a comparison between the … [Read more...] about Episode 3: Live from the Intercontinental Thalasso in Bora Bora
It’s Not all Mai Tais and Overwater Bungalows – When Accidents Happen on the Road
Hello from the incredible Intercontinental Bora Bora & Thalasso Spa, where I finally have a chance to offer an update after nearly a week of being off the grid + technology issues. … [Read more...] about It’s Not all Mai Tais and Overwater Bungalows – When Accidents Happen on the Road
Fumbling Around Seattle – A Stroll through Chihuly Garden and Glass
The Jeffsetter's are in Bora Bora right now and our Internet connection is spotty. So we are going back to July to post about one of Mrs. Jeffsetter's adventures while I was attending a conference. … [Read more...] about Fumbling Around Seattle – A Stroll through Chihuly Garden and Glass
Sunday Funday: Guess the Hotel (Hint: It is the Nicest Hotel Room I’ve Ever Stayed In)
Filed under: Developing I am breaking all of my rules right now and talking about a hotel while I am still staying on the property. I usually wait a few days months to post hotel reviews after our stay because I am too lazy I want to let the experience soak in a little before posting. But today is different, because this hotel room is too good not to share. Heck, it’s not … [Read more...] about Sunday Funday: Guess the Hotel (Hint: It is the Nicest Hotel Room I’ve Ever Stayed In)
Episode 2: New Caledonia and (Over) Paying for Unique Experiences
This week we have two podcasts to share, along with several update in our travels. … [Read more...] about Episode 2: New Caledonia and (Over) Paying for Unique Experiences