• Greetings, loyal readers. I hope you’ve all enjoyed following me on Travel Codex the last 8+ years as much as I’ve enjoyed writing here. Sadly, it is time to move on. But not to worry – I’m going back to where things started, you might say, to my own independent blog. Head on over to

  • American Airlines is kicking off the new AAdvantage program year with a bonus to frequent flyers. As airlines look at ways to help retain flyers and make frequent flyers excited, AA is offering bonus points for those who fly in March. The American Airline Promo is a great way to boost your Loyalty Point Balance

  • River Cruising has always been a great way to explore interior Europe and see more destinations outside of the major cities and popular tourist cities of Paris, Amsterdam, Budapest, Venice, Madrid etc. For those looking to explore smaller cities and explore Europe via the original highway, a River Cruise is the best option. Plus now

  • Hello everyone, in today’s video blog, I’m going to tell you everything you need to know about planning a trip to Easter Island in 2025. I’ll talk about the forms you need to fill out, how to get to the island, and what you can expect at the airport. And as a bonus, I’m gonna

  • Hawaiian’s largest airport and gateway to the Hawaiian Islands is about to lose it’s main Priority Pass lounge. Since the merger with Alaska Airlines, management is restricting access to Plumeria Lounge to guests who are not flying  Hawaiian Airlines. Part of this could be due to the major lounge remodel that is in the works.

  • Flying business class is as much about the onboard experience as it is about the seat. On my recent American Airlines Dallas (DFW) to São Paulo (GRU) flight  aboard the Boeing 787-9, the crew proved just how much they can shape a journey. São Paulo is quickly becoming my second home as my partner and

  • For those seeking an adventure unlike any other, South Georgia and the Sandwich Islands are one of the most breathtaking and remote destinations on the planet. Often overshadowed by its more famous neighbor, Antarctica, this rugged island in the Southern Ocean offers an unparalleled experience of wildlife, history, and raw natural beauty.  Yet nearly anyone

  • The American Express Centurion lounge network has been expanding in recent years with new lounges across the United States, Hong Kong, London and beyond. Yet today I learned that The Centurion Lounge at Sao Paulo–Guarulhos (GRU) closed on Feb 28, 2025.  Leaving their long time home in terminal 3 and one of their only lounges

  • I cannot believe my eyes, Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic is offering trips to Antarctica for less than $10,000 per person! The leader in expeditions typically charges over $15,000 per person to visit the seventh continent, with prices often reaching $20,000 per person. Yet now, through this limited-time flash sale, rooms can be booked for less than

  • For many, choosing between two airlines comes down to price, schedule, or frequent flyer miles award. But for those of us who fly frequently, especially in premium cabins, the decision-making process can be far more nuanced.  Especially when I am sitting on enough points at my disposal. Case in point: the internal struggle between experiencing