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The Langley, A Luxury Collection Hotel - Source: You Are Travel

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When You Get 'Heathrow'd'Skip the Airport Hotel and Stay Here - Review: The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel

💡Tl;dr—The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Buckinghamshire, is a superb hotel choice for the next time you're stranded at Heathrow or simply looking for a comfortable place to rest before kicking off your UK countryside adventures. I heavily cosign this property. I spent the final

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Review: The Club MSY

💡tl;dr—I've visited The Club MSY a few times, and this review is an amalgamation of at least three visits over a two-year period. The Club MSY is a simple, cozy lounge that can get busy quickly. The food is serviceable, though it's the friendly

The Langley, A Luxury Collection Hotel - Source: You Are Travel

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When You Get 'Heathrow'd'Skip the Airport Hotel and Stay Here - Review: The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel

💡Tl;dr—The Langley, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Buckinghamshire, is a superb hotel choice for the next time you're stranded at Heathrow or simply looking for a comfortable place to rest before kicking off your UK countryside adventures. I heavily cosign this property. I spent the final

Review: Sofitel London Heathrow - Drop Those Bags

Review: Sofitel London Heathrow - Drop Those Bags

💡tl;dr - The Sofitel London Heathrow is a convenient airport hotel attached to London’s Heathrow Airport. With enough amenities to get you by, the Sofitel is a good option whether you’re facing a long layover or need a place to drop your luggage for a few hours.

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Review: British Airways - The Concorde Room (LHR)

💡Tl;dr—The Concorde Room is British Airways' most luxurious lounge at London's Heathrow Airport. I had the chance to experience it prior to flying to New Orleans, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. For me, The Concorde Room has long held a bit of a mystique. This

Blackbeard onboard Club World Business Class - Source: You Are Travel

Review: British Airways Business Class (LHR - MSY) - Needs Improvement

💡tl;dr - I flew British Airways Business Class home from London to New Orleans after an unexpected delay. It was only an OK experience. I flew from London to New Orleans on British Airways Business Class for the final leg of my trip to Brazil and South Africa. While

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Review: British Airways First Class (JNB - LHR) - I'm a Heavy Cosign

💡Tl;dr—I flew on British Airways First Class from Johannesburg to London Heathrow. While this product does not ooze luxury, I found the service, food, and seat enjoyable and worth the points. After a wonderful time in South Africa featuring highlights in wine country, fun eats in Cape Town,

Review: British Airways Galleries First Lounge (LHR)

Review: British Airways Galleries First Lounge (LHR)

💡tl;dr—Before departing London Heathrow, I stopped at the British Airways Galleries First Lounge. Though billed as first class, it feels more like a strong business class lounge. The journey back to the United States from Brazil and South Africa took me through London, and before my flight from

Photo of the first class dining room at the British Airways Galleries Lounge at O.R. Tambo Airport

Review: British Airways Galleries Lounge (JNB) - Solid but Better with First Class

💡tl;dr - While departing South Africa on British Airways First Class, I had the opportunity to stop in at the British Airways Galleries Lounge at OR Tambo Airport. Overall, it's a decent lounge, though it's best visited when you are long on time. If you&

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Review: Hyatt Regency Cape Town

💡tl;dr - The Hyatt Regency Cape Town is a full-service hotel for leisure and business travelers. I found the service friendly, the amenities adequate, and the rooms spacious. Rates are affordable, and there is excellent availability for point redemptions, making the Hyatt Regency Cape Town a frictionless option to

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Review: American Airlines Flagship First Flight - Miami (MIA) to São Paulo (GRU)

💡tl;dr - My American Airlines Flagship First flight from Miami to São Paulo was a solid overall experience, and my main takeaway is that this felt more like a standard business class offering than first class. The vibe was pleasant yet decorous. The service was friendly, the food was

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Review: African Pride Melrose Arch, Autograph Collection - Presidential Suite

💡tl;dr—In Johannesburg, the African Pride Melrose Arch is a good choice for a comfortable hotel near plenty of shopping and dining options. Though there are a few quirks, the African Pride Melrose Arch is an excellent value for its price, and you're in for a treat

Photo of the Entryway to MIA's Flagship Lounge

Review: American Airlines Flagship Lounge - MIA

💡tl;dr - The AA Flagship Lounge at Miami International Airport (MIA) is a solid 'post-up' option. I've visited this lounge four times over the last few years and find it consistent, with sufficient food and beverage offerings. The AA Flagship Lounge at MIA is spacious,

Photo of the presidential suite at The Residence Johannesburg

Review: The Residence Johannesburg

💡tl;dr—The Residence Johannesburg is a wonderful boutique hotel option if you're traveling to Jozi. While not a points hotel, it is an upscale option that offers luxurious rooms, delicious food, convenient amenities, and friendly service. On a recent trip to Africa, I sandwiched trips to Cape

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Review: South African Airways - Economy - São Paulo GRU to Johannesburg JNB

💡tl;dr—After São Paulo, the next part of my journey took me to South Africa, specifically Johannesburg. I traveled there on a South African Airways economy flight, and my experience was tough. I look forward to trying out a premium cabin offering on my next journey on board South

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Safari on Points - Review: Leopard Sands, Kruger Park (Marriott Bonvoy)

💡tl;dr - 'Elevated simplicity' is how I would describe Leopard Sands, Marriott's newest luxury safari lodge at Kruger National Park. Leopard Sands is one of the few ‘points hotels' at Kruger National Park, and redeeming points there will net you outsized value. You can

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Review: The Grand Hyatt São Paulo

💡tl;dr - The Grand Hyatt São Paulo is a larger hotel with a few dining options, solid amenities, and spacious rooms. The atmosphere is more business than luxury, though I could see many types of travelers, including families, finding success here. It's a drive (or long walk)

Review: The JW Marriott Hotel São Paulo

💡tl;dr - The JW Marriott Hotel São Paulo punches above its weight and is a solid luxury points hotel in a city that lacks many options. The rooms are comfortable, the club is excellent, and the amenities are inviting. One consideration to keep in mind is location - São