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Ending 2021 on a great note: United Polaris London – DC

After a long year, I have one final flight to report on. For those who’ve been keeping track of my flights this year, it’s been quite the roller coaster. I started the year in Finland. I flew in First Class on British Airways and back on American to go get a vaccine. I then cameContinue reading “Ending 2021 on a great note: United Polaris London – DC”

American Express UK British Airways credit cards (2021 outdated)

I’ve been talking a lot recently with my friends and colleagues about credit cards and rewards points in general. These conversations initially led to the inclusion of points earned for the various flights detailed on the blog. A lot of other travel blogs also include information about points programs and credit cards, so I thoughtContinue reading “American Express UK British Airways credit cards (2021 outdated)”

October 2021 domestic flights round up

During my October trip to the US, I took a handful of ‘normal’ domestic flights. These flights were: LAX-IAD on United, RIC-CLT-CLE on American, and CLE-EWR-RIC on United. During the pandemic, I have generally booked first class flights because the prices haven’t been that much higher, and having a little extra personal space is extremelyContinue reading “October 2021 domestic flights round up”

MIA-LAX Flagship Business Transcontinental

After a short stay in Boston, I joined my parents in Miami to sit by the beach and play some tennis. Generally when I travel, I’m either staying at a friend’s place or only around for a day or two, so I don’t usually write hotel reviews. We stayed at the Ritz-Carlton in Key Biscayne. Continue reading “MIA-LAX Flagship Business Transcontinental”

London to Boston– one of the shortest transatlantic flights

After the brief hiatus due to changing jobs, I managed to get a few trips in. Since planes are now a bit more full (especially in the pointy end), I haven’t been able to find flights that are quite as exciting as earlier this year (at a reasonable price point). This trip to the USContinue reading “London to Boston– one of the shortest transatlantic flights”

Quick bonus post: EWR-RIC!

After clearing customs in Newark, I made my way to the United Club in Newark’s C gates. I’ve been to this one a few times now. It’s in a hexagon shape, around the food court, which makes the lounge feel open and airy. However, it doesn’t have a great bathroom situation, and seating can beContinue reading “Quick bonus post: EWR-RIC!”

Premium Economy across the Atlantic on United

Hi everyone! I got a new job back in May, and now I work in MedTech. As such, travel has been sparse for a while. In September, I had to take a short trip home to see my parents in Richmond. In October, I’m taking a trip to the US for a vacation and aContinue reading “Premium Economy across the Atlantic on United”

Oneworld transatlantic JV first class number 2!

Upon landing in JFK, I made my way to the Admiral’s Club, mostly out of habit. I’ve been to the JFK lounge a couple times before (both outbound and connecting) in the last year, and this was the first time that the dining terrace was actually open. However, the club was still only offering itsContinue reading “Oneworld transatlantic JV first class number 2!”

The one true domestic first class in the US: American Airlines’ Flagship First service from LAX to JFK

At the end of my trip to the US in April, I needed to get from Los Angeles to London. The disastrous passport control queues at London’s Heathrow Airport have been making headlines for the last couple months, but Krister had had a relatively quick experience (around 30 minutes) after his flight from New YorkContinue reading “The one true domestic first class in the US: American Airlines’ Flagship First service from LAX to JFK”

Off to the US in First Class!

Hi everyone! It’s been a few months since the last post because the UK has been on lockdown, and Krister and I have been staying and working at home. I’m coming up to the end of my research contract in Liverpool, and so we’ve moved down south to Bristol for a (long-term) change of scenery. Continue reading “Off to the US in First Class!”