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Tegel Airport: from gate to taxi in less than 60 seconds

The quickest exit ever, from the plane to entering my booked airport transfer in less than 60 seconds. Über efficient! As soon as I landed I was notified my driver and car were waiting via an email, along with the driver’s name and contact number, but it wasn’t long after we arrived at the gate […]

Seat 64A on a 747-400

Using my frequent flyer points I upgraded the return journey from Toronto to London on British Airways. Knowing I was going to fly on a Boeing 747-400 I soon asked friends and searched SeatGuru for best possible seat and found out that 64A on the upper deck was most prized. The upper deck cabin is […]

Singapore Airlines Regional Business Class

From Changi Singapore airport to Denpasar Bali, this my first time flying with Singapore Airlines on their Regional Business Class. The seating configuration is a 2-2-2 on the Airbus A330–300, refitted Boeing 777–300, and Boeing 777–200 aircraft, the Business Class is large and spacious, and first impressions are good. The welcome and service levels are […]

Dreamliner to Toronto on BA

British Airways announces the arrival of the new Boeing 787 Dreamliner with routes to Toronto and Newark from September 2013. Though the BA website does have my scheduled flight listed as an operational flight, they cannot guarantee the aircraft I will be travelling on, but keeping my fingers crossed. The new Boeing 787 Dreamliner cabin interior […]

Al Mourjan Lounge

Al Mourjan Lounge, one of the world’s largest and luxurious airport lounge for Qatar Airlines in Doha, a superior lounge experience. Airport luxury with 10,000 square metres of design features, the Al Mourjan Lounge is the size of 10 Olympic-size pools, spread over two levels and can accommodate up to 1,000 visitors. The styling is […]

Air Rail Link – Toronto Pearson Airport Responds

After a recent post about poor transport links between the Toronto airport, I’m glad to report that there are confirmed plans to finally bridge the city and the airport, as Toronto Pearson Airport responds. New services will be introduced to move people more easily and comfortably to and from the airport. Toronto Pearson has been […]

Kulansa Tours

Kulansa Tours offers a private driver for travelling around Sri Lanka that works with your plans and schedule. Kulansa Tours, meaning ‘respect’ in Sinhalese, is operated by Steven Silva who has been taking visitors around Sri Lanka for many years. He is open-minded and easy to get along with, you needn’t be afraid to ask Steven for anything, […]

LONDON Underground Labyrinth

LONDON Underground Labyrinth – an artwork commissioned for London Underground to celebrate its 150th anniversary, installed in every one of the Tube’s 270 stations. The location of the artworks is different at each station, whether in the ticket hall or on the platform, encouraging people to seek them out. The artwork created by contemporary artist Mark Wallinger, wishes to forge a link […]

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El Nido Island Hop Tour A

Seven Commandos Beach Small Lagoon Shimizu Island lunch Secret Lagoon Big Lagoon Island hopping trips are a must while in El Nido, to explore off-shore beaches and water worlds. Tours A and C are the most popular and best booked at least a day in advance. It is a full day from morning to late afternoon, […]

Flying Economy on American Airlines

First time flying American Airlines, economy, London to Miami on-route to Santiago. I was hoping to fly the ‘new’ American Airlines from adverts I’ve seen, but it wasn’t to be. I wasn’t fortunate enough to experience the updated interiors and entertainment, inflight wifi and in seat power, instead I flew on a 777-200 with many […]

Dubai International Airport

Dubai International Airport (IATA: DXB, ICAO: OMDB) is an international airport serving Dubai. It is a major airline hub in the Middle East and is the main airport of Dubai. It is situated in the Al Garhoud district, 2.5 nautical miles (4.6 km; 2.9 mi) east of Dubai. The airport is operated by the Dubai Airports Company […]

Poor Transport Links for Toronto Airport

There are cities in the world you enjoy arriving, knowing that when you get there you’ll shuttle through and out of the airport efficiently on your way but there are poor transport links for Toronto Airport. In the case of Toronto Pearson International Airport, a visitor will struggle to find a cheap alternative to get […]

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A train ride on Sri Lanka Railway

One of the best things to do when visiting Sri Lanka is taking a train ride on Sri Lanka Railway. Sri Lanka Railway Department, branded “Sri Lanka Railways” (SLR), is Sri Lanka‘s railway owner and primary operator. It is a key department of the Sri Lankan Government, under the Ministry of Transport, with a history […]

BA Tripseeker puts Malta in Montana

British Airways has placed the island of Malta in the state of Montana, according to its online Tripseeker map. Yep, while researching possible places for 2014 I discovered the error while using its Tripseeker tool, to find that Malta was incorrectly placed in the United States. Though not a bad fare of £108 return, considering […]

AA Admirals Lounge Heathrow

This is the first time I’m flying American Airlines, and being a member of OneWorld alliance with elite status am lucky enough to get access to its AA Admirals Lounge Heathrow Airport. Beige interiors with open areas and private out-of-the-way seating areas, the selection of drinks range from coffee and tea to beer, wine and spirits. […]

PeruRail Vistadome

It is one of those journeys that getting there is part of the adventure, the PeruRail trip from Cusco to Machu Picchu Town, or Aquas Calientes as it is better known, certainly is a feast for the eyes as you enter the tropical zone and into the jungles of the Andes. There are a few […]