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iFly

I would guess that most people that are on this site are here to read about travel.  Normally I would prefer you stay here and read the excellent blogs, but here I'd like to share another excellent online travel magazine.  IFly Magazine is published bimonthly by KLM.  

 

photo from KLM Pinterest page

The content of iFly reminds me of what you'd see in an in flight magazine, but its much more interactive, with ...

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This is another photo from a past trip that has brought back memories of my experiences.  People with better foreign language skills than I posess might figure this one out quickly.

 

 

 

 

Where was this photo taken, what is this place called, and what is the story behind this unique location?

Have you visited there?

 

This is part of a "photo flashback" series ...

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kenetmd-samples

I have discussed my aversion to Portico White Ginger bathroom amenities that used to be the standard at most Hyatt and Hyatt Place hotels.  As mentioned in my previous post, Hyatt has moved on to new brands, although the Portico may still be offered until stock is depleted.  Here is the new offering at many Hyatt properties, KenetMD

Yes, this is another post about hotel shampoo.  I never thought I would write about this once, let alone twice, but thanks to ...

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lufthansa-iad-748i-gate-view

It has now been months since I returned most recent 'big' trip.  Looking back, it was a such a great experience.  I got to fly on several new aircraft types, with my first flights on a 747-8i, an A380 and a 787 Dreamliner.  I had a great stay at the Park Hyatt Tokyo, and I visited 3 countries in a single day, in the Golden Triangle.  Thanks for following along as I reminisce about my journey.

Here are all the segments of the trip report:

Booking ...

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lufthansa-first-class-terminal-frame

I walked from the Sheraton over to the Lufthansa First Class Terminal, and despite being at one of the most relaxing places at any major airport, I was somewhat frustrated and concerned about my upcoming travel experience.  


 

The original routing to get home was to fly from Frankfurt to Toronto on Lufthansa, then United to Chicago.  That was the best option I could find when I made the final changes to my ticket before travel.  The nonstop ...

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GC Map

I was fortunate to book a trip in Singapore First Class during the short window in July 2012 when it was available to United Mileage Plus members.  I didn't have any trips already planned, but I didn't want to pass up this rare opportunity.  I eventually decided to book a trip to the Maldives for my wife and I, so I added the flights in regional Business Class from Singapore later.  Lots of people took advantage of this, and including fellow Upgrd bloggers, Daniel and ...

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