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Anthony’s Philippines: “It was an Adventure” Jake Redman
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Anthony’s Amazing Singapore: “Toe Dipping” Point of SE Asia Jake Redman
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Anthony’s Ireland: Hellman’s Makes Ketchup Too Jake Redman
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Dallas, Disney and Deals. Our 100th Episode. Jake Redman
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AirBnB Cancels Some Cancelling & Jake Thinks Charlotte is a Beach Town Jake Redman
Remember the good old days when checking a bag was just a routine annoyance? You’d shuffle to the kiosk, print a tag, and swipe for thirty bucks…or maybe thirty-five if the airline was feeling spicy. It was the price of admission for bringing more than a swimsuit and a laptop. Well, welcome to April 2026, where that routine chore has officially transformed into a mid-tier luxury. As of this past week, the “Big Three” US carriers plus Southwest have effectively settled on what we’re calling the $45 Standard for a first checked bag when you prepay online. That’s the key […]
Alaska Airlines Europe flights 2026 are almost here, and this is a pretty big deal for a carrier that built its reputation on the West Coast, Alaska milk runs, and getting you to Orange County without drama. On April 28, 2026, Alaska launches Seattle to Rome on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner wearing its new global paint job, inspired by the Aurora Borealis. As a bit of a livery aficionado, I’m a fan. That Rome flight is the start of Alaska’s first real transatlantic push from Seattle. Rome begins April 28 as a daily seasonal route, London Heathrow follows on May […]
If you’ve checked into a hotel recently and felt a strange sense of déjà vu, like you’ve been in this exact room before, even though the sign outside says “Brand New”, you aren’t losing your mind. You’re just experiencing the massive 2026 expansion of the hotel conversion trend. The Verdict: Most “new” midscale hotels opening this year aren’t new buildings; they are existing properties that have been “reskinned” with better linens, a fresh coat of “Millennial Sage”, and a reliable Wi-Fi setup. For the Occasional Upgrader, these conversion brands are almost always worth it. You’re paying a $20–$30 premium to […]
