There’s some hotels that are instantly attractive, usually because of stunning design, great views amazing looking amenities. Then there’s hotels that win you over with superb accommodations and service. For me, the Conrad Tokyo falls into the latter category. Having stayed there 4 times since Japan reopened for individual tourism in October last year, the…
KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes for July 2023 Released
The KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes list for travel in July 2023 has been released. As usual, Spontaneous Escapes offers are 30% off Saver award tickets on selected Singapore Airlines flights. The usual key terms & conditions apply: Redemption availability is first come first serve of course, so act fast if you want to take advantage of…
All style, no substance: Review of the new Pan Pacific Orchard
I went into this stay with fairly low expectations. Firstly, I checked-in on the second day after the hotel’s opening; hotels don’t tend to be operationally at their best so quickly. Secondly after my last experience at the sister Pan Pacific Singapore, I don’t have a high opinion of the brand. Around its opening, the…
Singapore Airlines Expands Unlimited Inflight Wi-Fi to All Cabin Classes, But KrisFlyer Members Only
Just months after one round of complimentary inflight Wi-Fi enhancement, Singapore Airlines has now announced a further expansion of complimentary inflight Wi-Fi. From 1 July 2023, passengers in all cabin classes will be able to enjoy complimentary unlimited inflight Wi-Fi. This is available on all aircraft equipped with inflight Wi-Fi, which excludes the seven ex-SilkAir…
Bring long pants: Review of the Pan Pacific Singapore
Last month, I had one of those I-want-to-get-out-of-the-house weekends. I had heard good things about the Pan Pacific Singapore’s Pacific Club lounge, and having found a somewhat decent rate for it, I decided do a quick one-night stay to check out the property. While the Pacific Club turned out to pretty good offerings wise, it…
Shiny new, sparkling service: Review of the Hilton Hiroshima
In March, I made a trip to Japan for Sakura season. It was pretty crazy, given it was the first post-Covid sakura season with tourists allowed into Japan. I planned most elements of the trip well in advance, locking in hotels as far back as July 2022. One element which was booked a little later…
China Reopens Border to Tourists, But Visas (Mostly) Required
China has announced that it will resume issuing tourist visas, for the first time since the start of the pandemic three years ago. This took effect from 15 March 2023. This move comes as China continues to gradually ease border restrictions, which started with the removal of quarantine for foreign arrivals a couple of months…
Changi Airport Wins World’s Best Airport 2023
Changi Airport has won the World’s Best Airport for 2023, at the World Airport Awards held in Amsterdam yesterday. This is the 12th time Changi Airport has won the award, which is given out by Skytrax. Changi Airport was also awarded Best Airport Dining, Best Airport for Leisure Activities, and Best Airport in Asia. In…
KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes for April 2023 Released
The KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes list for travel in April 2023 has been released. As usual, Spontaneous Escapes offers are 30% off Saver award tickets on selected Singapore Airlines flights. The usual key terms & conditions apply: Redemption availability is first come first serve of course, so act fast if you want to take advantage of…
Sayonara: Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Devaluation Hits JAL Awards
Last year, Alaska Airlines (AS) had hinted at a potential Mileage Plan devaluation. The airline had stated: Starting late December, the way you view award charts online is changing. We’ll have a simplified award chart to show you where award levels start based on which regions you’re traveling from and to. With this change, similar…