Being from Mississippi, I have experienced Mardi Gras in various forms. The one I knew about but had not experienced was King Cake. A King Cake in simple terms is…
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BOOKED: Spring Break Cruise with My Family
As I mentioned before, I took my first cruise last summer. The experience, while enjoyable, could have been better had I…
MSC Cruises Status Match
I was able to go on my first cruise last June. Prior to that trip, I had occasionally thought of taking a cruise but ultimately…
My Experience with the PACT Act
Back in August, I shared a post to the Phillips Loop Facebook page regarding the PACT Act. According to the Veterans’ Affairs, The PACT Act is…
Review: Fiji Airways A350-900 Business Class – Los Angeles to Nadi, Fiji
We spent some time in the Star Alliance Lounge before freshening up and heading to our gate. Boarding time was…
I Almost Tricked Off My Fiji Trip
I returned from my trip to Australia and Fiji nearly a week ago and I am still tired. The good news is the sunburn I received…
Review: Fiji Airways Bula Bid Upgrade Process
Hello all, it has been some time ! I have missed writing and traveling but that is about to change quickly. I have long been in love with…
Review: Marriott Hotel – Al Jaddaf
After spending one night at the Sheraton Hotel at The Mall of Emirates, it was time for us to make…
LOST FILES: Review of the Big Apple Inn – Jackson, MS
This visit occurred a year ago, right after my retirement from the United States Air Force. For some reason…
MSC Seaside Cruise Tips from Port Canaveral
I recently returned from my first cruise. The trip was to celebrate a friend who recently retired from the…
Spirit Airlines: From Bad to Worse
A few days ago, I wrote how the flight attendants on my Dallas-Fort Worth flight to Orlando were not the…
Spirit Airlines Inflight Service: I’m Torn
Greetings from Orlando, Flo-Rida. I am in town to meet my brother from another mother to celebrate his retirement from the military. While I am excited for…
Review: Sheraton Hotel – Mall of Emirates
During the planning of this trip, I expected to stay at the Dubai Marriott Harbor Hotel and Suites. The hotel was approximately ~$200 USD/night until about two weeks prior to the flight. At that time…
Review: Emirates Airlines 777-200LR (Economy Class) – Dallas to Dubai
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is a short drive from my home in north Texas. I parked at the international terminal, Terminal D, thanks to complimentary parking for veterans. We were in the check in line within minutes of…
BOOKED: ROUNDTRIP to AUSTRALIA and FIJI for $1100
I just received a pleasant surprise in my inbox. A friend sent me a deal, which is supposed to last only…