Searching for an inexpensive Hanoi hotel in the French Quarter? This review of the Hilton Garden Inn Hanoi will make the decision for you. Plus it’s the only Hanoi hotel that offers a secret free perk that will save you money! Thanks to the Cathay Pacific New Year’s Eve mistake fare I spent a few …
Planning a visit to Hanoi and want to see the local attractions? Here’s everything you need to know about Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. As one of the most visited attractions in Hanoi, a visit to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is a must. But before you go there are a few things you should know to …
Planning a trip to Vietnam? Here’s how to get a Vietnam visa. This Southeast Asian country is so diverse yet manages to appeal to a variety of visitors. Whether you’re a history lover, adventure traveler, foodie, beach lover, or budget traveler, you’ll feel at home in Vietnam. If you’re from one of 171 countries, including …
Is the Park Hyatt Maldives meal plan worth it? When does booking a dining plan makes sense and save money? Keep reading to find out. Steve, a reader and one of my travel buddies, emailed asking: I just booked 4 nights at the Park Hyatt Maldives for next February….Did you do the half board plan? Is …
I hadn’t planned to visit Malaysia let alone spend 48 hours in Kuala Lumpur. But I needed to get to Vietnam for my Qatar Golden Ticket flight ($628 roundtrip Business Class deal). I found a decent priced Business Class flight on Japan Airlines from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur. It would give me a couple …
The Cathay Pacific The Pier First Class Lounge at the Hong Kong Airport was recently renovated. And with almost a seven hour layover I decided to do a Cathay Pacific lounge hop. On the same day I visited Cathay Pacific’s The Pier, The Wing, The Bridge, and The Cabin lounges at the Hong Kong Airport. …
Tonight I drank butterfly pee in Bangkok, Thailand. And I have to say, as far as pee goes, it was quite tasty. Unexpectedly sweet and not salty at all. But then again, was it really butterfly pee? Traveling is always a fun adventure. Both in terms of experiences and the subtle nuances of language, especially where …
At Saturday’s San Diego Flyertalk dinner, nzpilot and I started talking about upcoming mileage runs to Shanghai. I mentioned I had stayed at a hostel on my last trip and would post a review. In November 2011, I did two mileage runs to Shanghai, but to get the lowest airfare you had to stay …
Shanghai Postal Museum When traveling I like seeking out the little treasures, spots that most people don’t know, seldom visit, things off the beaten path if you will. When I find a spot that the locals rarely frequent, I know I’ve found a gem. The Shanghai Postal Museum is one of those rare gems visited …
Debra Schroeder is a travel writer with 26 years of experience using miles and points to travel the world. A former 12-year travel industry executive, she knows how to find the deals and how to creatively finance trips, like getting a trip to Hawaii for practically free or a $26,000 trip to Australia for $208. She’s always looking for the best deal, whether it’s a hostel, luxury resort, or somewhere in between.