TravelExperience

I flew SEA–ICN in Alaska Airlines economy and expected a worse experience based on prior trip reports, but it turned out to be generally satisfactory. The onboard food was surprisingly good and in some cases better than what I have had on JAL and Cathay flights out of SFO. My...

I recently returned from a 7-night MSC Seashore cruise (Port Canaveral → Nassau → Cozumel → Costa Maya → Ocean Cay) and wanted to share a detailed trip report since this community helped me plan the journey. We planned the entire trip independently without cruise excursions,...

The MGM Grand casino floor is absolutely massive. I swear you can walk half a mile just trying to get from blackjack to your room. I actually liked the place more than I expected, but blackjack at MGM really chewed me up this trip. Between some rough cards and not-so-great...

Whenever I visit Bangkok from my home province, I like taking the Chao Phraya River taxi up to Nonthaburi, which takes about an hour. Along the way, I always notice the old wooden structure that has stood out to me since my first visit in 2004. It’s a historic teakwood building...

I saw an aircraft in the old Piedmont Airlines livery at O’Hare today. It caught my attention because I had honestly forgotten about this airline and its branding.

I recently had a great experience arriving early for a high-speed rail connection at Paris Gare de Lyon, where I ended up dining at Le Train Bleu. The setting, service, and overall atmosphere were exceptional and made the wait for my train feel like part of the journey itself....

I was on Acela 2151 this morning and I owe an apology to everyone who has complained about the seat comfort. I used to think people were exaggerating or just being picky, but I can now confirm the seats are genuinely uncomfortable in a very strange and unexpected way. It...

Growing up, I constantly heard about famous artworks like the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo through school, documentaries, and media. Over time they started to feel almost unreal, like cultural icons rather than actual physical objects. During my trip, I visited the Louvre on a...

I have not seen Disneyland this quiet in a very long time. It feels like that rare period between peak seasons where crowd levels briefly drop before the major summer rush begins. It seems like the timing lined up perfectly with the gap after local pass expirations and before...

I had a concerning experience during a recent Grab ride in Bangkok and I am still trying to figure out if my reaction was reasonable. I frequently travel between Bang Na and the Phrom Phong area, so I am very familiar with the normal route. During this ride, the driver suddenly...

Who is this girl I keep seeing everywhere in Bangkok, and why does she seem to be so widely present across different places? I’m not actually complaining, it’s more of a curious observation, and I find it kind of interesting in a funny way.

I accidentally walked into the morning guard ceremony outside the Presidential Palace in Sofia and did not expect it to feel so atmospheric. The uniforms, the slow marching, and the setting together made it feel almost like a moment frozen in time. What surprised me most was how...

I recently noticed a change in the Cathay Pacific lounge arrangement in Manila. It seems the dedicated CX lounge has been removed, and passengers are now directed to use the airport’s general lounge instead. While the replacement lounge itself looks visually fine, the experience...

I spent around two weeks backpacking through the Balkans and followed this route: Budapest (2 nights): Stayed at Maverick Central Market. Great location and an easy place to start the trip with a social atmosphere. Belgrade (4 nights): Stayed at Smart Hostel. Surprisingly...

I’m currently staying at the Hilton in Cancun, and the weather is extremely hot and humid right now. It’s honestly been a bit overwhelming, so I’ve mostly been staying indoors where it’s cooler and more comfortable. Just wanted to share a quick update from here.

I really like Air France because it seems to be one of the few airlines that allows free advance seat selection for bulkhead seats without requiring elite status. On most other airlines, I usually need Platinum or another elite tier to access bulkhead seating before check-in...