Insights & Adventures

Insights & Adventures

My thoughts and opinions on the broader travel industry, plus extra glimpses of my personal journeys.

Latest Insights

  • February 19, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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Ordering Airplane Food: My Thought Process
  • February 19, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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Do You Leave Bags Unattended In Airport Lounges?
  • February 15, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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New KLM 777 Business Class: Good, But Not Amazing
  • February 14, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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My Night In Amsterdam’s 737 Cockpit Suite…
  • February 13, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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Why Is KLM’s Miami Flight So Unreliable?
  • February 13, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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Flight Scheduled To Depart… Early?!
  • February 13, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
28
Spectacular: SWISS’ First Class Lounges Zurich
  • February 12, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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6 Amazing Airline Lounge Amenities
  • February 12, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
38
SWISS 777 First Class: A Wonderful Experience
  • February 12, 2024
  • Ben Schlappig
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My SWISS First Class Upgrade Experience (Finally)!!!
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  • October 29, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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An Overdue Trip to Kyoto
  • October 11, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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A Polished Journey to Greece
  • August 26, 2023
  • Ben Schlappig
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An Unforgettable Trip with My Parents

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