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Should I leave New York’s LGA Airport on a 4 to 7 hour layover? What is there to do on a 3+ hour layover inside LGA if I don’t leave the airport? These are things you might be wondering as you prepare for your next trip. A layover of 3 to 7+ hours at LGA […]
Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) is a massive hub spread across 2 massive, convoluted terminals. If you’re flying transiting FRA on a 4-7 hour layover, you might be wondering: what even is there to do in Frankfurt Airport? As an international airline pilot, Frankfurt has (surprisingly!) become one of my favorite layovers, and an airport I […]
Bucharest, both the heart and soul of Romania, is caught in a whirlwind of unique and differing cultures. Throughout the city, you can witness Romania’s rich history of clashing mega-empires combined with a fascinating Transylvanian touch, altogether making Bucharest one of Europe’s true hidden gems. As you make your way around Bucharest, you’ll find the […]
The Caribbean is known for many things: white sand beaches, delicious rum, friendly people, and amazing weather. But what about hiking up a volcano? Mt Liamuiga in St Kitts might make you regret not including it on the list. After hiking across Silhouette island in the Seychelles, my partner and I were decided on giving […]
Last summer, my partner and I embarked on a surprisingly awesome journey to the Baltics. We had heard nice things about these far away, isolated Northern European countries – but nothing we heard captured just how fascinating they would end up being. From Lithhuania northbound to Finland, we embarked on a journey we will never […]
Long layovers are usually not something you look forward to. But when it comes to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), you might just be in for a surprise. Situated on the West Bank of the incredibly gorgeous San Fransisco Bay, south of downtown SF and north of San Mateo, SFO International Airport is brilliantly located. […]
In a time crunch at Baltimore-Washington’s fast-growing International Airport – BWI? Or you just want to grab Chipotle on the other side more quickly? After years of commuting from the DC Metro area to New York, much of it out of BWI, I’ve figured out the airport pretty well. Here’s how to get though TSA […]
Iceland: the epitome of volcanos, geysers, fjords, ice caves, geothermal lagoons, and basically anything you could ever ask for in one place. And after flying here, not once, but twice this summer, I can tell you: people are flocking back in. Lines are long, entry procedures are evolving, but Iceland remains steadfast; tourism will remain […]
Possibly the most captivating and best preserved colonial town in Central America, Antigua Guatemala is a must-see for any travel lovers. Plus, its central location between vast volcanos and gorgeous lakes make Antigua the best ‘base camp’ in the area. But with dozens of amazing hotels, how do you choose where you want to stay? […]