Jun 24, 2025 | Photo Blog, Popular Posts, Top Travel Advice, Transport Tips
American Airlines recently changed its upgrade system, making elite status harder to justify. This post breaks down what’s changed and whether elite status still makes sense.
Feb 2, 2025 | Photo Blog, Popular Posts, Transport Tips, Travel Advice
A work trip to Egypt in January helped me earn American Airlines AAdvantage Platinum status thanks to a stopover in Dubai and flying oneworld alliance airlines. In 2024, I achieved American Airlines Platinum status, my first elite status on any airline. This year, I...
Jan 1, 2025 | Photo Blog, Popular Posts, Savings TIps
One of my biggest travel pet peeves is finding affordable cellular data phone plans. eSIM cards are the future—ready or not! They are very convenient and cheaper than paying for an international plan but do have a few flaws. I dig into all the details in my latest post!
Oct 15, 2024 | Photo Blog, Popular Posts, Savings TIps, Top Travel Advice
I go to Thailand for my annual health screenings because it’s high quality and affordable care. In this post, I explain all the details about WHY and WHERE to go in Thailand for medical care, including a cost breakdown and comparison.
May 29, 2024 | Photo Blog, Popular Posts
The key to insurance is simple: You insure what you can’t afford to pay yourself. Unlike health insurance in the United States, travel insurance is very affordable and one of the most important things to purchase for any trip!
Mar 22, 2016 | Photo Blog, Popular Posts, Top Travel Advice, Transport Tips, Travel Advice
Despite what my mother and the news say, the world is actually a safe place. I have traveled solo to five continents since 2002; safety is always my top concern. Here are a few tips to help manage your fear and stay safe!