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CLASSIFIED – United’s invite-only restaurant at EWR review

I received an email a few days before informing me that I had been invited and to request a reservation. The restaurant was empty, so not sure a reservation is really needed other than for the hostess standing in the front with an iPad to identify that I should be allowed into the secret backContinueContinue reading “CLASSIFIED – United’s invite-only restaurant at EWR review”

Lufthansa (LH469) – Austin (AUS) to Frankfurt (FRA) Menu

Lufthansa (LH469) – Austin (AUS) to Frankfurt (FRA) Travel Experience

Lufthansa now has a direct flight from Austin to Frankfurt and we’re sharing our travel experience! Of course, instead of paying a ridiculous $8,695.36 I used 70,000 United MileagePlus miles for this roundtrip itinerary. I was super excited about this new non-stop from Austin to Frankfurt. The only ‘real’ carrier going non-stop to Europe currentlyContinueContinue reading “Lufthansa (LH469) – Austin (AUS) to Frankfurt (FRA) Travel Experience”

Lufthansa (LH468) Business Class Menu – Frankfurt (FRA) to Austin (AUS)

Vanderpump Cocktail Garden – Las Vegas

Las Vegas is a town full of top restaurants and places to get drinks and new to the strip at Ceasar’s Palace is the Vanderpump Cocktail Garden. The menu boasts an extensive list of carefully crafted cocktails and bites from the kitchen. We tried the Matcha Matcha Man and we have to say it isContinueContinue reading “Vanderpump Cocktail Garden – Las Vegas”

Maldives Travel

The Maldives are home to some of the most gorgeous water and places to stay. The Maldives has 26 atolls and over 1,000 islands in the middle of the Indian Ocean. While the flight from the US may be a long one, here’s why it’s worth it! You will be able to experience world classContinueContinue reading “Maldives Travel”

Visas for European Travel in 2021

In two years, visiting Europe is going to get a bit more complicated for Americans. Starting in 2021, United States citizens will be required to undergo a pre-screening and registration process called the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) before entering European Schengen-zone countries. The Schengen area is comprised of 26 countries, including Austria, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Portugal and Spain.ContinueContinue reading “Visas for European Travel in 2021”

Road Trip Stops Around the US

While there are plenty of places around the United States that act as a great tourist destination, a lot of those locations are final destinations. But, what about the destinations in between your starting point and ending point? We’re talking about road trips and all the hot spots to hit on your way to thereContinueContinue reading “Road Trip Stops Around the US”

Destination: Desserts

Attention sweet lovers everywhere! Never fear because we’ve officially compiled a list of the best dessert places all across the nation. From LA to NY, you’ll never be without a sweet treat. These bakeries, food trucks, and creameries will leave your mouth watering and your sweets craving satisfied. Austin, TX – Gourdough’s Donuts: This donutContinueContinue reading “Destination: Desserts”

Free Hilton Honors Points for Transitioning Military

As an individual who served for our country, military personnel not only deserve our greatest gratitude but help to transition back into the workforce as it isn’t always as easy as it seems. Hilton combats this issue by providing a service that allows transitioning military members to earn 100,000 Hilton Honors reward points. All youContinueContinue reading “Free Hilton Honors Points for Transitioning Military”