Ditch the airport stress and cruise into relaxation! This page is your one-stop shop for insider info on airport lounges, cruises, and more. We've got real traveler reviews to help you find the perfect pre-flight oasis or the dream cruise for your next adventure.
Here's what you'll find:
So, skip the travel FOMO and explore with confidence! Our reviews will have you feeling relaxed and ready to explore the world in style.
Scroll down to find articles I've written for up and coming website "Points Inspector!" Here, you can find a plethora of information about flights, lounges, and loyalty programs, and learn how to get the best value out of your points!
One of the most common questions I'm asked is "What clothing should I pack for Europe?" Kristen Ford is a personal stylist who can help! Not only does she have lots of great recommendations for your travel wardrobe, but she can do a closet overhaul and use the pieces...
We just returned from a cruise on Norwegian Cruise Lines that took us from Venice, Italy to Athens, Greece! It was an amazing trip! But what about the ship? Check out my review on "Eat, Sleep, Cruise," an informative website with everything you need to know about...
The “Bride of the Atlantic,” Essaouira, Morocco, is equal parts culture hub and boho resort town. Set along the country’s central Atlantic coast, the city’s known for its fresh seafood, beautiful beaches and relaxed medina experience. Read on to learn what makes the...
Discovering a new destination, whether near or far, is exciting. But the planning to get there can be overwhelming, which is why connecting with a professional advisor (like me!) is a good idea. When you plan and book with me, you’re working with someone whose goal is...
The Natural State Arkansas was not on our radar until I found my dream job in North Little Rock five years ago. We had seen commercials about the beauty of The Natural State and had friends who were die-hard Razorbacks fans and loved to call the hogs! But until we...
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The Path Report Today I am launching a thrilling new phase of life -- as a travel writer. Learn about me and my travel blog and why I'm making these life changes. About Me I have been a physician for 23 years and am passionate about my specialty, gastrointestinal...
We just returned from a cruise on Norwegian Cruise Lines that took us from Venice, Italy to Athens, Greece! It was an amazing trip! But what about the ship? Check out my review on "Eat, Sleep, Cruise," an informative website with everything you need to know about...
We just returned from a cruise on Azamara which started in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and took us to Uruguay and Argentina. Read all about it here! The above map shows a few additional stops that we didn't make, but I wanted to give a you an overview of the route. We...
In this post, I'll tell you all about our experience flying United Airlines Polaris Business Class, including the Polaris Lounge in Houston (IAH). I didn't book this flight with points, but read my article about how you can here. Booking We had booked a trip to the...
Leaving Little Rock We met some amazing friends through our personal trainer, Sandie, and they invited us to visit them during their month-long honeymoon in Cabo San Lucas. We booked our flights for February 1 and began making plans! Of course, we planned to check...
The Cruise from Hell! I am writing this blog post from the sigmoid colon of the Symphony of the Seas, the second-largest cruise ship in the world with the world’s tiniest portholes. What started out as a celebration of our oldest son’s college graduation, morphed into...
Who do I use to help make my travels smoother? The vendors and providers below have all helped out in my travels in some way or another. Check them out when making your travel plans and hopefully they can help you too.
Our favorite cruise travel agent, John Barbian, also has a website called “Physician Travel Guide.” Contact him to help plan your next cruise
Licensed tour guide and mountaineer in Morocco, Omar took great care of us during and after our trek in the High Atlas Mountains:
Experienced tour guide based in Florence, Italy, Andrea has taken care of our family several times when traveling to Italy.
Naipenda is the Swahili word for "love to travel." We used them for our first safari in Tanzania, and they were fantastic!
Specialize in climbing, mountaineering, and hiking in the US and all over the world.
Insider food tours in several countries. Experience cultures through your taste buds!
This company has prepared several bespoke, high end tours for us in Vietnam, Thailand, Botswana, and Peru.
This is a wonderful, personalized agency that provides private tours in Turkey at excellent prices.
A high end Australian-based cruise line specializing in River Cruises all over the world. On par with Viking, but even more exclusive.
Popular go-to source with information about every travel destination you can think of. Reviews and forums by real travelers.
The messageboards on cruise critic discuss everything from logistics to specific cabins to shore excursions. I never cruise without exploring this site.
I use kayak to find which airlines serve my destinations, then book directly with the airline.
This amazing site helps find the best deals on flights booked with points. I always start here! For a low annual fee, find out exactly how to book the flights of your dreams!
The data here can be somewhat dated, so verify! Still great for showing cabin layouts and potential pitfalls of certain seats.
The Lounge Buddy app is no more, but the website is still helpful. You can add a shortcut to the website on your phone, and it is almost as good as the app!
AwardWallet is a tool that helps you track loyalty programs and points. Not only that, but you can sync it with your email and it will keep track of your trips and credit card spend.
Find amazing tours all over the world at reasonable prices. They also offer shore excursions.
Booking.com is a great comprehensive source for finding hotels all over the world.
Priority Pass Membership gives you access to airport lounges all over the world! It comes with many premium credit cards, or you can pay for membership.
Rent traditional or unique homes all over the world through VRBO. This is a wonderful alternative to hotels, providing lodging with personality and amenities.
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American Express opened its Centurion Lounge at the Denver International Airport in 2021, and it was a hit. With upgraded dining services including a station serving made-to-order pasta, and table games in the bar area, this lounge reviewed well from the beginning....
In my last article, I covered the American Airlines Lounge options at DFW - which includes American Airlines Admirals Club, Flagship Lounge, and Flagship First dining. If you aren't an American Airlines loyalist, you likely won't have access to most of those lounges....
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is American Airlines' largest hub, and the second-busiest airport in the world. It services 254 destinations and 28 airlines. DFW has 5 terminals and 178 gates, which can be daunting at first, but it is pretty easy to get...
