Category: Travel

The Club CLE sign
Travel Tuesday: The Club CLE Lounge Review
Last fall, my wife and I kicked off a multi-city excursion by flying out of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. As we arrived for our short flight to Detroit (before an extremely long flight to Hong Kong), I was surprised to find that a lounge we had access to was available at the airport: The Club...
Caption: Not Some Basic Hotel
Travel Tuesday: Caption by Hyatt Memphis Hotel Review
A few weeks ago, I had the chance to visit Memphis, Tennessee. Despite driving through the city a few times, this was my first proper visit (albeit one that was quite short). To mark the occasion, I decided to look for something that was convenient for me but that also seemed interesting to review. What...
Solis 5G alone and attached to a backpack
2025 Solis 5G Mobile Hotspot Review
For years, I've been a regular user of Solis mobile hotspots and have used them for several international trips (and some domestic). Of course, as the years have gone on, my Solis 1 device has grown a bit old. While it still works just fine, it has been discontinued and replaced by newer models on...
working off a Solis WiFi Hotspot
2024 Solis Lite WiFi Hotspot Review
As someone who regularly ā€œworkationsā€ and relies on a solid Internet connection to be productive while traveling, itā€™s kind of crazy that I went without a WiFi hotspot for so long. Thatā€™s mostly because I had never come across a particular device that jumped out at me.  Well, that was until my first CES when...
a couple siting in a plane
Travel Tuesday: Delta is Changing Its Boarding Procedures... Kind Of
As a loyal-ish Delta customer, I like to think that I have a pretty good handle on what to expect when flying the airline. This includes knowing the order of their boarding groups ā€” and even what I'd need to do in order to move up the food chain. Well, soon, that's all changing... at...
open highway
AAA Review: Is AAA Worth It in 2024?
When I turned 16 years old and got my driverā€™s license, one of the gifts my father gave me was a AAA (American Automobile Association) membership. In 2013, following a short lapse in membership, my wife and I decided that our road-tripping ways would make having AAA a smart idea. However, with other automotive assistance...
hallway in Universal's Aventura Hotel
Travel Tuesday: Universal's Aventura Hotel Review
For as many theme parks as I've been to in my life, it's not very often that I actually get to stay on property at these resorts. So, while visiting Orlando back in October 2023, I decided to change that and book a stay at Universal's Aventura Hotel ā€”Ā located at Universal Orlando Resort. This modern...
Halfday Garment next to Moderne Gentlemen Travel Duffle
Travel Tuesday: Moderne Gentleman vs. Halfday - Comparing the Garment Duffles
Last week, I shared a look at the Moderne Gentleman Travel Duffle. As you may have noticed, that bag bears some resemblance to the Halfday Garment Duffle, which I previously reviewed. Given that natural comparison, I figured that a deeper dive into the matter was warranted. Fair warning: while these two bags may be similar...
grey Moderne Gentlemen Travel Duffle Bag
Travel Tuesday: Moderne Gentleman Travel Duffle Bag Review
As someone who not only travels with some frequency but also enjoys reviewing products, I'm always on the lookout for interesting travel accessories and the like. That's why I was excited when I found the clever Halfday garment duffle a few months ago. Well, after seeing that review, the people at Moderne Gentleman reached out...
view from outside of Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
Travel Tuesday: Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel Review
Something funny about me is that, despite being a huge Disney fan who knows the parks like the back of my hand, I can count the number of times I've stayed on Walt Disney World property on just a few fingers. But, while continuing our Florida trip that saw us attending a friend's wedding, we...
entrance way to a king suite at Hilton Grand Vacations Tuscany Village Orlando
Travel Tuesday: Hilton Grand Vacations Tuscany Village Orlando Review
When we returned from our trip to Hong Kong, we didn't go back home. Instead, we headed straight to Florida for a friend's wedding. But, with a week to spend in Orlando, we decided to try a few different places during our time there. We also happened to wait until just a few days before...
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Travel Tuesday: How I Earned $50 with MGM's Resort Hopping Offer for Las Vegas
Last week, I attended my fourth CES in Las Vegas. Ahead of the show's actual start, I had a chance to check out some of what was new on the Strip ā€” or at least new to me, since I haven't been there in 18+ months. Incidentally, something new to me happened to fall into...
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Do Allbirds Wool Runner Mizzles Make For a Go-To Travel Shoe?
As a semi-frequent traveler who looks to pack pretty light, Iā€™m used to taking only one pair of shoes with me on any given trip. Thus, whatever shoes Iā€™m taking with me need to not only be comfortable but also adapt to different situations ā€” including the possibility of damp weather. Thatā€™s what attracted me...
How Did I Not Know About This Awesome Capital One Perk?
Earlier this month, I once again found myself in Las Vegas for CES. Each time this happens, I'm reminded of just how damn expensive The Strip has become. Seriously ā€” $6 drip coffee, $9 cheese pizza slices, and a $14 cheese quesadilla that turns into a $23 quesadilla if you want to add a protein...
Dressing Like an Adult: Comparing Pants Instagram Sold Me
For most of my life, the bottom half of my body has been covered almost exclusively in denim. Specifically, except for the years when I had to wear a suit to work, I'd be seen in long jeans as I rarely ever wear shorts (although I did cave and wear some in Florida a couple...
Everything You Need to Know About Flying Allegiant Air in 2025
When my wife and I moved to Springfield, Missouri a decade ago, one of the selling points (or at least what kept it in the running) was that there was a nearby airport that served a decent number of destinations. Unfortunately, while it is convenient, flying out of such a small airport can also get...