Why Pre-Arrival Guest Communication Is the Secret Sauce to a Luxury Hotel Stay
By: Ben Komenkul Published on: 01/08/2025In today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world, the guest experience doesn’t start when you step into the marble-clad lobby. It starts the moment you hit confirm booking. That’s right, your stay is already unfolding long before you roll up to the valet or tap your key card.
The Hidden Cost of Booking One-Way Flights in 2025
By: Ben Komenkul Published on: 25/07/2025For years, savvy travelers (myself included) swore by booking one-way flights domestically. It was the ultimate travel flexibility hack: same price as half a roundtrip, less commitment, and way more room to play with award availability or positioning flights.
Why Is Last-Minute Travel So Expensive? And How to Outsmart It Using Your Credit Cards
By: Ben Komenkul Published on: 16/07/2025We’ve all been there—scrolling frantically for flights the week before a wedding, emergency, or spontaneous getaway… and getting hit with eye-watering prices. Last-minute travel can feel like highway robbery. But why is it so expensive—and more importantly, what can you do about it?
Why Destination Dupes Like Mazatlán and Osaka Might Be Your Best Travel Decision This Year
By: Ben Komenkul Published on: 11/07/2025With travel prices climbing and tourist hotspots getting more crowded than ever, a growing number of savvy travelers are turning to destination dupes — more affordable, lesser-known alternatives that offer a similar vibe to the big-name cities you’ve seen all over Instagram.
