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Forum: Marriott | Marriott Bonvoy
Nov 14, 2024, 8:14 pm
Replies: 297
Views: 102,556
Posted By kmd0506

We stayed at the LM for our Munich stop on our...

We stayed at the LM for our Munich stop on our German Christmas market "tour" last year. If it's not on your list, our favorite market in Germany was in Regensberg at "Thurn and Taxis". It was the...
Forum: Emirates | Skywards
Feb 7, 2024, 7:23 pm
Replies: 13
Views: 8,745
Posted By kmd0506

23A/K is my favorite business class seat on the...

23A/K is my favorite business class seat on the A380. Often my husband and I will take A and K instead of sitting behind each other- on less crowded flights, we have been able to sit in the...
Forum: Cruises
Nov 8, 2023, 5:01 am
Replies: 7
Views: 3,920
Posted By kmd0506

We just got back from an 8 day Scenic river...

We just got back from an 8 day Scenic river cruise. We used the below agent who was great as she coordinated 3 different groups in 3 different locations for the cruise. We arranged our own travel...
Forum: Emirates | Skywards
Jul 11, 2023, 7:59 pm
Replies: 24
Views: 25,647
Posted By kmd0506

I have flown both Qatar and Emirates business...

I have flown both Qatar and Emirates business with my husband a number of times. The Q-Suites is much more private as they have doors that close, and the divider between seats goes all the way down...
Forum: Delta Air Lines | SkyMiles
Jul 9, 2023, 11:13 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 2,776
Posted By kmd0506

I currently live in Beijing and getting flights...

I currently live in Beijing and getting flights to/from the US from mainland China has been challenging this year. I have 2 upcoming trips scheduled that I have bought separate tickets, Beijing-...
Forum: Asia
Dec 12, 2022, 5:33 am
Replies: 2
Views: 550
Posted By kmd0506

There are also a number of resorts (of varying...

There are also a number of resorts (of varying price and service) within a 30-60 min boat ride of the airport. It might be a tease to only spend one night at a resort, but it would give you a real...
Forum: Luxury Hotels and Travel
Sep 24, 2019, 9:25 pm
Replies: 392
Views: 111,045
Posted By kmd0506

Just a warning that even SLT and 3rd ring road...

Just a warning that even SLT and 3rd ring road aren't immune to the closures in the run up for National Day they. We live just inside the 3rd ring and were delayed almost 30 min at a traffic light...
Forum: Luxury Hotels and Travel
Aug 19, 2019, 9:49 pm
Replies: 171
Views: 68,619
Posted By kmd0506

I haven't been since they announced they would...

I haven't been since they announced they would discontinue visas on arrival, I found the below link that has the new rules/categories on visas that might be helpful if you are traveling without the...
Forum: Other Asian, Australian, and South Pacific Airlines
Aug 17, 2019, 11:36 pm
Replies: 36
Views: 9,173
Posted By kmd0506

We have actually used the first class lounge...

We have actually used the first class lounge flying CA-C, UA-C and QR-C, they didn't seem to care too much (we are *Gold, but don't know if that was a factor). You can also access both the F and C...
Forum: Other Asian, Australian, and South Pacific Airlines
Aug 15, 2019, 6:30 am
Replies: 36
Views: 9,173
Posted By kmd0506

Last month we did a round trip from Beijing to...

Last month we did a round trip from Beijing to Europe in Air China business class. We were pleasantly surprised by the service on our way to Barcelona (rivaled best service on flights in Emirates...
Forum: China
Jul 29, 2019, 6:29 pm
Replies: 140
Views: 31,641
Posted By kmd0506

At least in Beijing Apple maps is significantly...

At least in Beijing Apple maps is significantly more reliable and has better functionality than Google. When we first moved here I used tried to use Google maps and it frequently had the wrong...
Forum: China
Jul 29, 2019, 5:41 am
Replies: 140
Views: 31,641
Posted By kmd0506

Sorry for the delayed response, I use apple maps...

Sorry for the delayed response, I use apple maps on an almost daily basis in Beijing, and it shows transit options for wherever I am looking to go. I have used it in Shanghai as well, but we usually...
Forum: China
Jul 28, 2019, 6:24 pm
Replies: 140
Views: 31,641
Posted By kmd0506

If you have access to Apple Maps I have found it...

If you have access to Apple Maps I have found it to be the most reliable "real time" map here in English. I have found google maps to have outdated, and at time outright wrong, data. Apple maps...
Forum: China
Jul 25, 2019, 7:30 am
Replies: 131
Views: 18,778
Posted By kmd0506

As mentioned above I second apple maps for...

As mentioned above I second apple maps for navigation- it has been the best option for us over the last 8 months in Beijing. Very accurate, with transit options shown.

I saw DiDi mentioned in...
Forum: Luxury Hotels and Travel
Apr 10, 2019, 5:47 am
Replies: 987
Views: 287,428
Posted By kmd0506

Thank you everyone for your feedback. It will...

Thank you everyone for your feedback. It will help narrow down our hotel choice in Paris!
Forum: Luxury Hotels and Travel
Apr 9, 2019, 7:28 am
Replies: 987
Views: 287,428
Posted By kmd0506

Paris hotel help

My husband and I will be spending 4 nights in Paris this fall as part of a 2 week trip to Europe. It will be my first trip to Paris, and I have narrowed the hotel choice to two groups: Le Bristol,...
Forum: American Express | Membership Rewards
Apr 3, 2019, 10:41 pm
Replies: 898
Views: 669,516
Posted By kmd0506

St. Regis Shanghai

Stay: March 29-31
Early Check in: Used, arrived around 1pm and was able to get into our room immediately
Late Checkout: automatically offered-did not use (4pm)
Upgrade: Booked entry level room,...
Forum: Africa
Mar 17, 2019, 6:51 pm
Replies: 6
Views: 1,560
Posted By kmd0506

We loved Nelson's Eye in Cape Town when we were...

We loved Nelson's Eye in Cape Town when we were there a few years ago. The food was excellent and the prices were very reasonable.
Forum: Spain/Portugal/Gibraltar
Mar 5, 2019, 6:00 am
Replies: 6
Views: 1,239
Posted By kmd0506

Thank you spainlover. I would appreciate his...

Thank you spainlover. I would appreciate his contact info.
Forum: Spain/Portugal/Gibraltar
Mar 4, 2019, 6:40 am
Replies: 6
Views: 1,239
Posted By kmd0506

Looking for Barcelona guide (for private tour)

We will be in Barcelona in early July (party of 7-8), we are looking for a tour guide for 2 different tours. 1- A walking tour of Barcelona proper, would like some "food tour" aspects to be...
Forum: Qatar Airways | Privilege Club
Feb 10, 2019, 7:02 am
Replies: 5
Views: 2,703
Posted By kmd0506

One thing to consider is your arrival time in...

One thing to consider is your arrival time in MLE....my husband and I just returned from there and both took window seats to see the view (even though it wasn't our first visit) We were supposed to...
Forum: Emirates | Skywards
Jan 17, 2019, 5:55 pm
Replies: 10
Views: 16,623
Posted By kmd0506

Same as kq747, I have always booked while I have...

Same as kq747, I have always booked while I have them on the phone- I don't think they can hold it once you hang up but I'm not sure.
I usually only call when I have a pretty good idea of my travel...
Forum: Emirates | Skywards
Jan 14, 2019, 4:35 am
Replies: 10
Views: 16,623
Posted By kmd0506

I have always called Emirates direct to find out...

I have always called Emirates direct to find out if there is upgrade availability, I found this more useful when I am searching for various dates/airports. I have also had some agents hold the...
Forum: American Express | Membership Rewards
Dec 27, 2018, 6:55 pm
Replies: 898
Views: 669,516
Posted By kmd0506

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai (3 nights: 21-24 December)

Upgrade: from river view room, to river view suite
Early Check-in: not requested
Late Check-out: 4:00 pm offered at check in (we took it but ended up leaving closer to 1pm)
Breakfast: buffet with...
Forum: Luxury Hotels and Travel
Aug 29, 2018, 12:29 pm
Replies: 193
Views: 85,894
Posted By kmd0506

This probably isn't the best answer but $250-$500...

This probably isn't the best answer but $250-$500 depending on what wine we chose that night, and that is usually 1 appetizer, 2 mains and 1 dessert. We will normally do 1 nicer meal at their nicer...
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