Travel with Dogs
Follow my friend Bruce’s blog about travelling with his insanely photogenic dog Luca from California to Canada
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Bonvoy, Mergers & Corporate Culture
When is a Marriott ‘Bonvoy’ property not going to give you the experience their frequent members are accustomed to? A bit on my experience in the post Marriott-Ritz Carlton merger world.
Read MoreObservations of a City – Seville Spain
I’m trying to capture some of my impressions of Seville, Spain before we move on in our trip. The Wife and I have wandered around here for almost four days, encountering the people and culture in various settings. If, like us, you prefer to explore a destination by foot… peering into windows and catching glimpses […]
Read MoreThe Food of Seville Spain
Food is an interesting way to explore the culture and people of a particular place. You can learn a great deal about the hospitality ideals of a locale from the way the hotels there serve an international clientele. In places where hospitality is a primary consideration, a hotel breakfast bar will convey the welcome in […]
Read MoreThe Great Baggage Fee Scam
That cheap ticket may be more expensive than you think. Check for baggage and other fees before making the purchase.
Read MoreSkipping the Line – Facts & Fallacies
The fact is, there is no such thing as “skipping the line”. There is only guaranteeing you will get into the venue… eventually.
Read MoreJet Lag in Barcelona
I’m a big fan of stepping right into the new time zone. Wasting time during a business trip, or worse, a vacation – calculating what time your body “should” think it is, is an utter waste of time. I keep the curtains/blinds raised so the sun can tell my body when to get up, drink […]
Read MoreThe Lost Art of the Itinerary
I don’t know about you, but when it comes to travel arrangements I like to be really clear on where I need to be, and when.
Read MoreRide Service Apps in Barcelona
I went to Trip Advisor looking for some basic info from a Barcelona local. Shame on the site admins for allowing the forums to turn into a place where bullying is acceptable “advice”.
Read More10 Anti-Theft Tips for Travelers
You want a vacation full of once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Having your purse or identity stolen should not be one of them.
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