Snack Holidays

The Waldorf Astoria Lusail Doha, a new property from Hilton’s most luxurious brand, opened its doors in December 2022. It’s one of the many brand-new hotels in Qatar that made a debut in time for the FIFA World Cup 2022. I first laid eyes on this property when I had attended the World Cup during my stay at the nearby Agora Doha; however, it was full and prohibitively expensive at the time, so I opted to wait until another opportunity came by. Therefore, I was quite pleased when I had a chance to book the Waldorf Astoria Lusail Doha on a recent layover in Doha en route to South East Asia. Waldorf Astoria Lusail Doha – Booking As a highly sought-after property, a stay at the Waldorf Astoria Lusail Doha commands an average nightly rate of 1,000 QAR ($375 CAD), with some variability depending on the time of year and[…]

Last year, I took 100 flights. This year, I’m on track to hit — or possibly even beat — that number. As a frequent traveler, I’ve learned what it takes to be productive when I’m on the go. Whether I’m creating content from the plane or writing stories from the hotel room or club lounge, I have a handful of tech accessories I always take with me. (There’s also one device that’s changing my workflow at home — more on that later.) These devices have become such staples in my travel routine that they stay in my backpack, waiting for my next trip. As you’re thinking about what you should pack for your next trip, perhaps my tech packing list will provide some inspiration — whether you plan to work from anywhere or simply want to unplug and disconnect. Apple AirTags ZACH GRIFF/THE POINTS GUY Buy: $29. This one is[…]

Almost all regions in France have some claim to fame for fabulous wine. From the hills of Provence in the south to the forests of Alsace in the east and the countryside of Bordeaux, you can find picturesque vineyards and fantastic wines pretty much anywhere except for the northern coasts. When I first moved to France, I knew nothing about wine or what constituted a good one. A local friend made it simple for me: “if you enjoy it, then it’s a good bottle,” he told me. Since then, I’ve grown much more fond of trying local wines and learning about the interesting craft of making them. It isn’t hard to find a good French wine region to visit – they are literally all over the country. Your trip doesn’t have to be based on wineries, either. Doing some wine tastings and vineyard tours are great additions to a spring[…]

Following my family’s Chinese New Year celebration in Toronto, I embarked on my journey to Barcelona via London onboard British Airways A350 business class business class. Club Suites are part of the airline’s newly revamped Club World cabins, which was first introduced in 2019 and has caught the attention of many airline enthusiasts. In my case, this happened to be my first time flying in a premium cabin with British Airways as well. Given that the airline has a fairly mixed reputation, I was very curious how their newest flagship business class product would turn out. British Airways A350 Business Class – Booking If you’re looking to book a flight with British Airways, Cathay Pacific Asia Miles is one of the more favourable Oneworld programs to consider. This is because it will result in the most favourable surcharges on award flights with British Airways, which typically come with exorbitant fees.[…]

Camiguin, known as the “Island Born of Fire”, is expected to add more fire to its tourism campaign as the provincial government recently launched its rebranding theme as it fully reopens its local industry. With the new tagline “Camiguin Isle be There”, the rebranding a reboot to welcome visitors again after the Covid-19 pandemic limited the entry of people in the island. Camiguin Isle Be There logo According to governor Xavier Jesus Romualdo, the new tourism slogan is part of the provincial government’s transformation and development plans, with the participation of communities, establishments and stakeholders. Unveiling of Camiguin tourism signboard at the Benoni Port led by governor Xavier Jesus Romualdo, viceGovernor Rodin Romualdo, Department of Tourism (DOT) Region 10 director Marie Elaine Unchuan and Philippine Coast Guard station commander Ensign Jay-R Bryant Peniones. “We embarked on a new branding and campaign to push Camiguin into the people’s minds that it’s[…]