
I have always wanted to fly on an Airbus A380, one of the largest commercial planes in service that also has two levels. It’s not everyday that you get the chance to sit on a double decker plane! After spending a few days in London visiting family, it was time for me to fly to…

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is one of the busiest gateways in the United States, serving as a major hub for domestic and international travel. For frequent flyers and points & miles enthusiasts, SFO offers a robust selection of lounges across its terminals — from airline clubs to premium partner lounges. Whether you have elite…

After spending some time in Sydney, Jen and I would be flying home on American Airlines Flagship First. American has a significant pressence in Sydney along with Oneworld partner Qantas. Although I could typically gain access to the lounge via my Oneworld Emerald status as an American Exectuive Platinum, I booked our tickets with Alaska…

Maydanoz is an Aegean Turkish restaurant about a ten minute walk from our hotel, the Hyatt Regency Sydney. The restaurant sits in the bustling part of the sprawling city, giving off a financial district vibe. One of my closest friends really enjoyed this spot and brought Jen and I during our first trip to Australia.…

London has a variety of award options for Hyatt beginning at 5,000 points. The majority of Hyatt properties that sit near Central London along the river typically cost a small points fortune. Many hotels in this popular tourist zone sit at Category 5 and above with little to no last minute award space. The Hyatt…

Jen and I had the wonderful opportunity to spend 3 nights at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne during our trip to Australia. The hotel was magnificent offering a blend of historic design with touches of modern luxury. Jen and I were able to use one of my Hyatt Suite Upgrade certificates to get into a suite…