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Review: Malaysia Airlines Platinum Lounge Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
The Malaysia Airlines Platinum Lounge in Kuala Lumpur (KUL) is a solid lounge with friendly service and a la carte dining. Malaysia Airlines Platinum Lounge Kuala Lumpur Review (KUL) Prior to my Malaysia Airlines flight to Tokyo, I spent about 90 minutes in this lounge. Access + Hours + Location...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Polishing Silver – Asian Eats around San Francisco
Asian Eats around San Francisco Polishing Silver Whilst an army might march on its stomach, my cravings include comfort foods as well as traditional and something special. And I’m not talking about an In-and-Out burger  (tempting as it is). Let’s explore a few Asian eats around San Francisco. In this...
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Review: Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
10 years later, my review of the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur has not changed: it remains an excellent hotel in the heart of KL. Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Review I enjoy updating older reviews and in KL I was fortunate to return a property I enjoyed with my brother during...
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Review: Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
10 years later, my review of the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur has not changed: it remains an excellent hotel in the heart of KL. Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Review I enjoy updating older reviews and in KL I was fortunate to return a property I enjoyed with my brother during...
Live from a Lounge
I flew the Air India A350 in all the three cabins back-to-back!
A whirlwind 30 hour trip just to check out the Air India A350 aircraft in its various cabins and across various sets of crew. The post I flew the Air India A350 in all the three cabins back-to-back! appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Frequent Floaters
Review: Our Smoke Filled MSC Divina Balcony Cabin 13093 and Cabin 10040
After our mess of a boarding adventure, disappointing lunch and long wait for our cabin to be ready we were initially really surprised and pleased over our choice on the starboard side of the ship on the 13th floor (#ProTip – want some Frequent Floaters gear – check here)! I...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
Marina Before Thunderstorm in Kentucky. Sunday Morning Photograph.
An eerie sight after dinner was a marina before a thunderstorm in Kentucky, as the boats and other vessels provided a stark contrast against the foreboding and ominous dark grey sky. The... The post Marina Before Thunderstorm in Kentucky. Sunday Morning Photograph. appeared first on The Gate.
TravelUpdate
Visiting the Grand Canyon SkyWalk in Arizona
During my trip to Vegas, I did a side trip to visit the Grand Canyon Skywalk in Arizona.   I had limited time and this was as close to Grand Canyon as I can for this visit.  The Grand Canyon West Rim is about a 2 hours drive from Vegas. Brief...
Sam Chui
Trip Report: Special Flight on Australia’s Newest Jet – Qantas A220
Qantas operated a special charter flight from Sydney to Uluru (Ayers Rock) on its new Airbus A220. I was onboard to experience the new aircraft and for the first time, visited the Australian outback. The first Qantaslink A220, featuring the artwork of Maringka Baker. The aircraft is named after the...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Polishing Silver – The Intercontinental San Francisco (Howard Street)
The Intercontinental San Francisco (Howard Street) and trying out the new BART trains Polishing Silver It’s time to head to downtown San Francisco and experience a new Intercontinental Hotel for me – the Intercontinental San Francisco (as opposed to the one on the Nob Hill). How does it stack up?...
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Review: Qantas Lounge Singapore (SIN)
The Qantas Lounge in Singapore is an excellent choice for oneworld business class passengers and those with oneworld Sapphire status, with a high-quality selection of food and drinks. Qantas Singapore Lounge Review (SIN) I’ve reviewed the Qantas Singapore lounge before and my old review (below) is still on-point, but I...
No Work All Travel
Flight Review: Southern Airways Express from Chicago ORD to Quincy UIN
Roughly once a year, I visit the St. Louis, Missouri area. Lacking any real airport competition, I haven’t found prices to be particularly competitive. On the plus side, that also means I get to be creative with checking off new airlines and airports. Enter, Southern Airways Express. Southern Airways Express...
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Polishing Silver – Late night at SFO and the Crowne Plaza Burlingame
Late night at San Francisco International Airport and a crashpad for the night – The Crowne Plaza Burlingame Polishing Silver It’s been a long day of travel… and I need to put my head and body in the horizontal position. Given I need just a comfortable bed, can The Crowne...
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My First Thoughts on Air India’s A350-900 Business Class
Here is a look into Air India's brand new A350-900 aircraft, on board their Business Class cabin. The post My First Thoughts on Air India’s A350-900 Business Class appeared first on Live from a Lounge.
Economy Class & Beyond
TRIP REPORT: Polishing Silver – American Airlines AA2663 Philadelphia to San Francisco (US Domestic First)
American Airlines AA2663 Philadelphia International Airport to San Franciso International Airport (US Domestic First) Polishing Silver If there’s a flight that gives me echoes of US Airways (and not in a positive way), here we go. So much promise, with budget cuts and mistakes attached to make this flight… worthy...