Yes, it frustrates the crap out of us when people bring bags that are too big. But what is even more frustrating is the fact that the airlines let them. If all gate agents made sure that the rules were enforced then people would learn. Continue reading →
In the last few weeks it seems that now pretty much every airline (at least that flies in North America) has raised their bag fees. The latest announcements came from American and Delta but Air Canada and WestJet may have been first, followed by United and Jet Blue. Continue reading →
If you like a place, visit it again! It is likely that once you get to know even more about it, you will like it even more. This has happened to us over and over again. Continue reading →
When we tell people that we just booked another cruise we get strange looks and raised eyebrows. So many people still believe the many myths of cruising - that it's boring, that it's crowded, that it's for old people. But there are many reasons that you should keep an open mind… Continue reading →
If you have accounts with Marriott, SPG and Ritz log into them all. You will likely see a notification that your account number has changed with SPG and Ritz. Continue reading →
It's all in the Cup. OK not all, since the ingredients are important too. But, if your Mule is not served in a copper cup then its not actually a Mule. Continue reading →
If you are a member of both Marriott and SPG programs you will need to COMBINE your accounts after August 18th and keep earning loyalty reward points. Continue reading →
It was two years ago today that we packed up our Coal Harbour apartment in Vancouver, filled up a storage unit and headed for the ferry to Vancouver Island. The 730 days have just flown by and we have not regretted the choice for a second, not even one. Continue reading →
We have previously written blogs about Marriott bringing Netflix to hotel rooms and about their 'text the front desk services' (launched in 2015 and 2016). Both of which we love by the way. Continue reading →
Mayfair Dinner Theatre Overnight Packages. With a few internet clicks we found out that the theatre is inside the DoubleTree by Hilton in West Edmonton and offers overnight packages that include dinner and show tickets plus breakfast the next morning. Continue reading →
