World Traveller 73 About
An executive based in Vancouver, Canada, he enjoys maximizing the use of airline and hotel award points in order to “Upgrade Your Travels”. His travels have led him to over 75 countries and over 1,000,000 miles flown. When he’s not on the road, he can often be found in his second adopted home in Whistler, Canada. He chronicles his personal and business travel adventures, advice, upgrade tips, tricks and secrets here…
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For a week long stay in downtown Calgary, I ended up staying at the Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Downtown Beltline District. I would discover a brand new hotel that offered spacious suites, bright workout and breakfast spaces, in addition to a relatively convenient location to all things within the Beltline District and Downtown area of Calgary. Read on to see how my week long stay fared. Review: Residence Inn by Marriott… Read More
This flight would find me flying in Air Canada’s legacy short haul product on it’s popular Airbus 320-200 series aircraft. My rapid air flight between Vancouver and Calgary had me upgraded courtesy of Air Canada elite status. Although it was a short flight, I would find a full suite of features that would come along with the experience, including a full meal. Follow along to see what the short haul flight experience… Read More
Sometimes tales from the road can be a little repetitive. The same destinations, the same flights. While you can take it as dreary and unexciting, I still feel the excitement and getting out of the office and stepping on a plane. Despite reviewing this past flight early this year on a visit to Regina, I was called back for another series of meetings. Despite reviewing it earlier, for entertainment purposes I’ve decided… Read More
A recent trip to Regina, Saskatchewan had me loaded onto one of Air Canada’s newest additions to their fleet; an aircraft that they had recently leased from Alaska Airlines. The new plane offered a “newer” business class, as compared to the older Extreme XM makeover models of years past. The newer business class offered something to look forward to when the carrier retrofits all of it’s aircraft. Read on to see a… Read More
On a recent trip back from Las Vegas, USA, through a stroke of luck, we happened to enjoy an upgrade into Alaska Airlines new First Class. Alaska Airlines has installed their latest new First class product into their Boeing 737-9 Max product. Since they offer this configuration on only 70 aircraft (at the time of writing), and Alaska tends to swap aircraft on a regular basis, it can be a little challenging… Read More
A nearby hotel stay had us discovering Tacos’ El Gordo, a small chain of seven restaurants operating through the southern United States. A family run business, Tacos El Gordo offered up fresh tasting tacos with your choice of toppings. The visit was an exceptionally enjoyable experience and the perfect combination for those looking for a little authentic Mexican cuisine when visiting Las Vegas, USA. Review: Tacos El Gordo – De Tijuana Baja… Read More
With a spike in weekend hotel room rates, I ended up looking towards the Las Vegas Marriott in order to save a few hundred dollars on a room rate for a recent Friday night in Law Vegas. Having never stayed at this property before, I’d discover a terrific old school Marriott property that offered all the inclusions that you’d expect from a full service Marriott property, including a great Marriott Bonvoy Elite… Read More
Chef Michael Mina remains among the most popular Las Vegas celebrity chefs, helming approximately five restaurants through Las Vegas and forty restaurants worldwide. Our recent trip to Las Vegas would allow us the opportunity to try out Chef Mina’s contribution towards classic french bistro styled cuisine at his Bardot Brasserie by Michael Mina restaurant at the Aria Resort and Casino – Las Vegas. Review: Bardot Brasserie by Michael Mina Brunch Restaurant Las… Read More
The Atelier de Joël Robuchon represents Joël Robuchon’s most accessible restaurant. The workshop represents an opportunity to experience one of the world’s most celebrated chefs that included earning 32 Michelin Stars and being awarded the “Chef of the Century”. The contemporary Atelier de Joël Robuchon offers a different experience than the fine dining restaurant of Joël Robuchon. However, what does it really cost to dine at the Atelier de Joël Robuchon restaurant?… Read More
Black Friday is just around the corner. As a result, it’s time to announce some promotions that add value to any Air Canada Aeroplan E – Store Black Friday purchase. With that special date, we have seen Air Canada Aeroplan co-branded credit cards announce earning promotions. The Toronto Dominion Visa Aeroplan credit card has just announced it’s earning structure for Black Friday 2024. The most recent offer appears to be quite generous…. Read More
Joël Robuchon was one of the world’s most celebrated chefs. His legacy included earning 32 Michelin Stars and being awarded the “Chef of the Century”. With a collection of Joël Robuchon and his more contemporary L’Atelier du Joël Robuchon restaurants located around the western world, his dining experience was on my list of experiences to enjoy for quite some time. Read on to see how my experience was dining at his Atelier… Read More
Our visit to Las Vegas had us testing out the newly signed partnership between MGM Resorts and Marriott Bonvoy. Elite members of both programs are offered elevated benefits from each host loyalty program. Returning to the Signature at MGM Grand after almost sixteen years, we tested out the facilities of this familiar MGM Grand condo hotel property. Read on to see what the property is like under the new arrangement. Review: The… Read More
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