For many, the continued threat of COVID-19 has made working from home the new normal for the foreseeable future. Some people have been able to adapt their homes to this but for many it is difficult to find a distraction-free and comfortable area to work. Even though I am used…
Our anonymous miles and points expert, Mr. Brightside, sometimes buys airline miles and hotel chain points to redeem for flights and luxury hotel stays. But when does it make sense to do so? In Part One, he shared his understanding of the best deals usually available, and provided hints as…
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers When we are eventually allowed back into Abu Dhabi without an ankle tag or a 14-day quarantine, there is a new option for Hilton Honors members. One of Abu Dhabi’s most prestigious hotels will be rebranded on 1 October 2020 following the signing of a…
If you have been seeing the spectacular scenery in my photos on social media, I am sure you are keen to find out more about my visit to Italy. You can read here about the flight and my arrival experience into Italy etc. In this article, I will concentrate on…
As a follow on from our recent update on airline policies regarding changes, cancellations and loyalty programs due to the Covid-19 pandemic, here is a rundown on a few major hotel chains and how they are taking care of their customers and members during these ‘unprecedented times’. Accor Rebooking/Cancellation and…
While you may not be travelling as much at the moment, if you are considering any staycations or short breaks it is worth looking at a status match. Since virtually all hotel chains and airlines have extended status, now is a great time to do a status match without worrying…
Introduction So I recently wanted a nice large hotel room in London for the night. Sadly Hyatt hasn’t reopened the Andaz, New Scotland Yard or Hyatt Regency Churchill yet, so I went over to my Hilton app. And low and behold you wouldn’t even know there was a Pandemic! All…
When you think of going on a gourmet break for some Michelin star or fine dining in Europe you probably think of San Sebastián in Spain or Paris. I’m guessing the Algarve is probably is not the top of your list. I was surprised to discover on our recent visit…
With Portugal now on the UK government travel corridor list and exempted from the FCO advice against essential travel, it is a great destination for a late summer or autumn break. I have visited in February, October and November, and on all three occasions, it was warm enough to sit…
Today’s review is by reader David. If you would like to share your travel experience with TLFL readers, drop us an email at [email protected] When having an overnight stay at Paris Charles de Gaulle, there are a large number of hotel options. You can stay airside at the Yotel CDG,…
