Earlier today, I checked my Marriott app to check my points balance so that I could better plan an upcoming trip. The Marriott brand is my favorite group of hotels, I search them…
Month: August 2018
Review: Ichiro Ramen Shop
Our first stop in Dallas was Ichiro Ramen Shop. I did not particularly care to eat ramen, especially in the middle in the heat wave that we had been experiencing, but my two year old LOVES…
Introduction: A Short, but “Suite” Stay in Dallas
Hi, welcome to my next trip report. If you have been following along for some time, you know that I cannot stay in one place for a long time. I need to travel to keep my sanity. It does not…
How to Book a United Airlines Award Flight through Singapore Airlines?
I have been planning a trip to Tampa Bay, Florida for some time. After looking at all of my options, I decided to redeem 25,000 Singapore Airlines’ KrisFlyer miles for the outbound leg of the journey. You might ask…
Airlines Offer Travel Waivers to Passengers Affected by Hurricane Lane
Hurricane Lane, a powerful category 5 storm, with winds topping 160 miles per hour is threatening the Hawaiian Islands. The storm is forecasted to impact the Big Island on Thursday. Airlines are offering travel waivers for…
Review: United Airlines (737-800) Economy Plus – Panama to Houston
I made my way to the gate 20 minutes prior to boarding. It was a good thing that I because the gate security took 25 minutes. I approached the…
Review: Copa Club – Tocumen International Airport
After spending a short time in the Tocumen Royal Saloon, it was time for me to get downstairs to clear security. I was through the checkpoint in less than five minutes. The gate for my flight was to the right. I walked over to…
Earn United Miles by Donating to California Wildfire Relief
It has been a rough year for California when it comes to wildfires. Over 40 fires have burned through the state since February. Of those, there are eight that have not been contained. Fire crews from throughout…
Update: DFW American Express Centurion Lounge is closed INDEFINITELY
Three weeks ago, I wrote about the temporary closure of the American Express Centurion Lounge at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The lounge was supposedly going through some minor repairs…
Review: Tocumen Royal Saloon Lounge
At this point of my journey, I was ready to return to the United States. The frustrating Avianca Airlines customer service soured my mood. After I booked a last minute return flight on…
Chase Bank Helped Resolve My Issues With Avianca Airlines
After exhausting all of my options with Avianca Airlines to rectify the missed flight that occurred in Panama, I had one final option. I filed a dispute with Chase Bank since I purchased the ticket with…
Update: I Received My United Airlines Miles from Reliant Energy
I have finally received all of the United Airlines bonus miles that were due to me by switching my electric company to Reliant Energy. My frustration level had risen in recent weeks because…
Wichita Falls Hooters Waitress Quits After Customer Calls Her a Racial Slur
The Hooters in Wichita Falls opened to much fanfare just eight days ago. I did not understand how much people were looking forward to it opening until I decided to pay the new place a visit. The line to enter the restaurant stretched…
Review: Panama Canal – Miraflores Locks
I quickly completed my walk through of the Marriott Executive Apartments so that I could get to the Panama Canal. The canal had long been on my list of places to visit. I was giddy at the thought of…
Review: Marriott Executive Apartments – Panama City
I checked out of the Sortis Hotel and Casino a little after the scheduled checkout of 12pm because I was busy taking pictures of the property. I booked a single bed King apartment…