Kyoto, Japan | Thoughts of a 13 year old
Kyoto is all about history. I went on a day tour around Kyoto and it was absolutely breathtaking. Everything is so beautiful, the architecture and their nature in general.
Cruise Hacking | A Newbie’s Guide
Travel Hacking is a science, an art form, a sport and social alchemy, all working together to elevate your travel experience without emptying your bank account. After a few decades of travel hacking with the airlines and hotels, I have a decent system worked out. I may not always get the absolute best deal in […]
Beers On A Plane | These Airlines Have The Best Beer On Board
Is it a bar? Is it a plane? It’s both! KLM and Heineken now found a way to serve draft beer on board. And more airlines upgraded their beer game as well.
Las Vegas | Club Hakkasan | Home To DJ Hardwell
We know they can throw a party in Vegas, but it’s not until you’ve been to club Hakkasan that you really know what partying in Vegas means.
Holland | King’s Day: The Biggest Festival Of The Year
Join The Party! Each year us Dutchies know how to celebrate our King’s birthday the right way. The whole of our little country is either colored bright orange, our national color, or red, white and blue, the colors of our national flag. Everywhere are festivals, parties, parades, markets and outdoor theaters. The whole nation gets […]
Secrets Of The KLM Houses Revealed | Little Kingdom By The Sea
We’re all too familiar with the small Delft Blue KLM houses handed out to business class travelers. The iconic miniature replicas of dutch historic houses and national monuments decorate many desks, windowsills and cupboards all over the world. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines started presenting their liquor-filled houses in 1952 and outsmarted every other airline in […]
KLM 787-9 (“Dreamliner”) Inaugural Update for November 2015 | Announced as 23 November 2015
According to the 2015-2016 winter schedule announcement from Air France / KLM (20 October 2015) : “On 23 November 2015, KLM will fly the Boeing 787 for the first time: the first flight will serve Abu Dhabi and Bahrain.”
Amsterdam, Netherlands | The Heineken Experience
Amsterdam is full of famous history, Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Anne Frank… But did you know one of the classics of Football day originated in Amsterdam? Next time you come to visit you must check out the Heineken Experience. On a windy or rainy day in Amsterdam it’s the perfect activity. Learn about the large history […]
Game on! (maybe?) | KLM 787-9 (“Dreamliner”) Inaugural Now Planned for November 2015
We have been following the KLM 787-9 inaugural with great anticipation since the beginning of 2015. In January we first made mention of the new aircraft and planned routes for the KLM 787-9 (“Dreamliner”). We also revisited the inaugural details and redeeming Delta Skymiles and FlyingBlue miles for the flight back in July. On the […]
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KLM 787-9 (“Dreamliner”) | Details On Interior
KLM announced more details about the KLM 787-9 “Dreamliner” on the 25th of July. According to Pieter Elbers, KLM President and CEO:
Air France | NEW à la carte dishes in Business and La Première
In May 2015 Air France announced they would be offering new à la carte dishes in the Business cabin and La Première (first class). This is similar to services offered by other carriers like Singapore Airlines with “Book the Cook.” It is a very nice option to be able to pre-order a meal, though with Air […]
Revisited | KLM 787-9 (“Dreamliner”) Inaugural October 2015 and SkyMiles versus FlyingBlue Awards for the 787
See October 2015 update! I was pleased to announce the KLM 787-9 (“Dreamliner”) inaugural back in January on TravelZork. It was tentatively confirmed that the inaugural flight would be on Monday, the 26th of October 2015. But, over the last few months a 787 was listed for AMS-AUH-BAH on Sunday, the 25th of October. Of […]
Lounge Review | Air France Lounge | JFK Terminal 1
Air France Lounge The new Air France lounge at JFK (terminal 1) is located in close proximity of the Air France gates. This new lounge opened in October of 2014. Access to the Air France lounge is open to first class (Air France La Première), business class as well as SkyTeam Elite+ frequent flyer members. At close to […]
Keukenhof Holland | 2015 | Tulips! Flowers! Tulips!
[ Note : This post by Elana provides further insight into a visit to Keukenhof. More details and links, including transportation suggestions for a visit can be found by referring to the blog post Keukenhof Holland | Amazing garden and a great option if you have a layover at AMS (Amsterdam Airport Schiphol). Remember, Keukenhof is […]
Keukenhof Holland | Amazing garden and a great option if you have a layover at AMS (Amsterdam Airport Schiphol).
[ Note : Be sure to also see Elana’s post on Keukenhof for some more great pictures and touring details. ] The second largest flower garden in the world often referred to as the “Garden of Europe” is located in Lisse, the Netherlands southwest of Amsterdam. The garden is open from mid March until mid May […]
KLM Upgrade Bidding “Upgrade Yourself”
KLM has a “Upgrade Yourself” program, which is a bidding system for upgrades for economy class reservations. Read everything about this KLM upgrade here!
This is “Bluey,” he is an airplane, a KLM mascot and friends with a plane that “farts!”
KLM presents with pride the first short animation movie for children about Bluey, the fun KLM mascotte. Watch and experience the adventures of Bluey. In this first episode, Bluey has an adventure in the Netherlands, involving a Dutch flower parade. Yes, he is a “mini” 747-400, and is friends with another airplane that FARTS! (when […]
New KLM 747 Livery And KLM Flight Facts
KLM is starting to roll out the new livery on their 747s, and WOW, so sexy. (If you happen to find widebody aircraft “sexy.”)
KLM 747 Amsterdam to Tokyo (AMS-NRT) thoughts of a 13 year old.
What is business class like on the upper deck of KLM? The upper deck on KLM is very spacious, has polite staff, and beautiful views.
Delta SkyMiles Award Bookings on delta.com, watch the taxes.
We all know that ex-Europe in comparison to ex-USA taxes are much higher when booking Delta SkyMiles award flights. Sometimes, especially in premium cabins the difference can be quite extreme when originating in Europe. Recently I was working on some China Airlines award reservations. It is also nice to note that you can now easily book […]
Love my KLM Delft Blue Houses. (and Jenever!)
KLM Delft Blue Houses One of the most unique aspects of flying KLM World Business Class are the KLM Delft Blue Houses (huisjes). You get a chance to collect one, each time you fly KLM World Business Class long-haul. (Also including some “not very long-haul” routes such as AMS-TLV, just not KLM Euro-Business routes.) There is […]
KLM Delays Delivery Of Two Boeing 787-9 (“Dreamliner”) Aircraft
I was looking forward to the KLM 787-9 Inaugural Flight in 2015 . Due to financial issues, KLM will be delaying the delivery of 787s. As reported by Bloomberg on the 18th of March. (Bloomberg) — Dutch airline KLM delayed the delivery of two Boeing Co. 787 aircraft and shelved plans for a new route to […]
“The Calm” before the “Storm” – Looking at BOS operations prior to a big winter storm event.
Looks like a “monster” storm is fast approaching the Boston area. Turns out, I am in New Hampshire this week (1 hour north of Boston), so I am quite interested in the AMS-BOS Delta operations. This time of year Delta only serves Amsterdam nonstop once daily from Boston-Logan. With expectations of the storm beginning on […]
KLM 787-9 (“Dreamliner”) to be introduced in October 2015
According to luchtvaartnieuws, KLM will introduce the 787-9 (“Dreamliner”) in October of 2015. Current data points to a configuration of 294 seats; which is slightly more seating than the current A330s. It is expected that the business class configuration will be a 1-2-1 reverse Herringbone ‘Cirrus’ business class seat, similar to the new AF777 business class […]
Trip Report : AF009 JFK-CDG NEW Air France Business Class [Nouvelle Cabine Business]
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Since the announcement of the new Air France business class at the beginning of 2014, I was excited to give the product a try. Per the Air France press release in February 2014 : Air France is continuing its move upmarket and is today unveiling its new Business class seat, for a completely renewed travel […]
Day Of Departure (DOD) KLM Upgrades From Amsterdam (ex-AMS)
Also read KLM Upgrade Bidding “Upgrade Yourself” in the KLM upgrade series. The DOD KLM Upgrades Program: A “Slightly” Definitive Guide And A Trick KLM Royal Dutch Airlines offers a very aggressive day of departure (DOD) upgrade program for KLM and Delta metal flights ex-AMS (departing from Amsterdam). This program is applicable for both KLM and Delta […]
Comparing SkyMiles to Flying Blue (2014 & 2015) Award Miles
SkyMiles prior to the upcoming changes effective 1 January 2015, was superior to FlyingBlue with regard to earning redeemable miles. Both programs have two types of miles, RDMs (Redeemable / Award Miles) and MQMs (Medallion Qualification Miles / Level Miles). Redeemable (or Award Miles) are the miles one uses to claim frequent flyer award tickets. Remember, I […]
Welcome! (another new blog!)
WELCOME! I hope to share my love of miles+points, as well as quirky travel and casino trivia. My goal is to provide unique content, written personally. I will also try to keep things brief and to the point. I have been following the miles+points world since the early 1980s (yes, I was only in my teens). […]