My mother, father, and I returned to Hong Kong in late 2017, and then we toured Vietnam. The entire city of Hong Kong is under construction. It’s a lively atmosphere. Vietnam presents another picture, though still reaches into the future…. Read More ›
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Hong Kong & Vietnam – Impressions
My father, mother, and I returned from Vietnam in late November. We stopped in Hong Kong, where we stayed together two years prior, again taking advantage of the free stopover on one-way awards with Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan, and their… Read More ›
Hong Kong and Japan: Channeling the Far East
I collected airline miles, hotel points, and free night certificates for an excursion to East Asia in December of 2015. I treated my mother and father to two business class flights with Cathay Pacific. The first was a 16-hour flight… Read More ›
American Airlines Award Chart Devaluation
Just a friendly reminder: American Airlines’ award chart will be devalued on March 22. First and Business class are taking the biggest hit. If you have miles to burn, now might be a great time to use them. Awards can… Read More ›
Hong Kong and Japan: A Combined Effort
In December 2015, Mom, Dad and I traveled to Hong Kong for two nights, and then to Japan for 8 nights. The idea was mine, but Dad was integral to the vision, and execution. Mom was along for the ride…. Read More ›