How to Avoid Aeroplan Taxes and Fees
byPart three of this Aeroplan hacking series takes a look at saving you money. Yes, money. It may come as a surprise to most but…
Reviews
My take on Travel gear, Accommodations, Excursions, and Attractions.
How to Maximize Aeroplan Points
byNext up on this Aeroplan hacking series is how to maximize Aeroplan points. If you have read the first post in the series you…
How to Accumulate Aeroplan Points Fast
byFor years now I have been taking advantage of Aeroplan points. I’ve used them to fly to South America, Asia, New Zealand, and Europe – all…
How I Booked 9 Business Class Flights for $325
byI’m writing this from 33,000 feet above the Atlantic. From my lay flat EgyptAir seat, I can see the sunset over Greenland. With the amount…
A Peek Inside the Edmonton Maple Leaf Lounge
byWith my recent booking of 9 business class flights on only $325 came access to business lounges all over the world. First up on this…
Wine on Waiheke, Rain or Shine – Auckland’s Easy Escape
byWith three straight rainy days in Auckland we decided to get out of the city and try the wine on Waiheke Island. Enough grey…
Experiencing Napier with an Art Deco Vintage Car Tour
byIn the early morning February 3, 1931, Napier, a bustling port town on New Zealand’s west coast, was rocked by a tremendous earthquake. The majority…
5 Reasons why Snapchat for Travel is Great
byFor the past couple of months, I’ve been using Snapchat for travel and for the past couple of months I have been kicking myself…
Wellington Eats – Zest Food Tour Review
byIt didn’t take me long to come to the conclusion that Wellington is, indeed, cool. While researching why it’s known as the Capital of…
A Uniquely Wellington Stay at the Museum Art Hotel
byWhile in town researching why Wellington is the Capital of Cool, I had the opportunity to stay at the Museum Art Hotel. Little did…
Crossing the Cook Strait in Style – Kaitaki Plus Lounge Review
byAfter a long, but ridiculously beautiful, drive across the South Island I was ready for a break. The 3-hour+ ferry crossing of the Cook Strait provided just…
Wings over Wanaka, New Zealand – Classic Flights Review
byConfession time. I’m an aeroplane nerd and not just a little one. I have alluded to this over the years with posts on visiting…
Something for Everyone: Hotels in California
bySomething for Everyone: Hotels in California The Golden State; known for its unique landscapes that range from incredible beaches and arid desert to ancient…
A Stunning Day to Milford Sound with Real Journeys
byA visit to New Zealand’s south island isn’t complete without seeing the incredibly stunning Milford Sound. For me, this almost didn’t happen. Thankfully the clouds parted…
The Craft Beer Down Here with Dave’s Brewery Tours
byMention “Foster’s” in Australia and you are guaranteed a look of disgust. This shouldn’t come as a surprise. Big beer brands around the globe…
Sydney in a Half Day – Bonza Bike Tours Review
byWith my limited time in Sydney, I was searching for a quick way to cover as much of the city as possible. Not only…
A Big Day Out Touring The Great Ocean Road
byOf all of Australia’s natural beauty and recognizable landmarks, touring the Great Ocean Road was what I was looking forward to most. Sure, hugging a kangaroo…
Craft Brew & Didgeridoos – Touring the Fleurieu Peninsula
byWhile falling in love with Adelaide I had the opportunity for a day touring the Fleurieu Peninsula – home to excellent craft breweries and plenty…
Ubud Paradise – Villa Sabandari Review
byResearch Ubud on the interwebs and you’re presented with beautiful imagery of green jungle, rice fields, and playful monkeys. What you don’t see is the…
Getting Fresh & Local at the Balinese Farm Cooking School
byI’ve been very lucky to take some seriously great cooking classes around the world. From Turkey to Thailand and Osaka to Kuala Lumpur, there…
Monkey See – A Photo Walk through Ubud’s Monkey Forest
byRelaxing wasn’t the only thing on my Ubud agenda. Between tea time at Villa Sabandari and strolling through the rice terraces, I went to…
Bali Break – Kana Kuta Hotel Review
byTucked away from the crowded streets of Kuta is the friendliest oasis I have ever encountered – The Kana Kuta Hotel . This was my Bali…
Why Singapore has the Best Airport in the World
bySince 1999 Singapore has held the title of the best airport in the world 6 times. It currently holds this title with consecutive years at…
Chinatown Food Adventures in Singapore
by“Who’s hungry?” questioned our Chinatown Food Adventures tour guide Renée. His smile was one you expect to find on a friend hosting a dinner party,…
Preserving Singapore’s Heritage at the Naumi Liora Hotel
bySingapore is a tiny, ultramodern nation full of bright lights and worlds biggest. Although flashy and clean, if you look hard enough you will…