June 8, 2022 Greetings from Toronto! As I wrote last week, my family and I are finally back in Toronto after being gone for an unimaginable 37 months. We used to come every three months but the birth of our daughter and then the pandemic kept us away. We've been catching up with Natalie's friends and family (meeting mostly outdoors) and going for walks in the woods. It's nice to be back.
Today's Travel Tip
The Inflation Vacation: Read This If You Plan to Travel This Summer
I started advising people to book their summer 2022 travel back in fall of 2021 to take advantage of depressed fares and rates and in anticipation of high prices come summer. Here we are and as predicted, it looks like 2022 is the year of the Inflation Vacation. If you're planning to travel this summer, read this.
Travel Deals
WOW: Marriott Bonvoy Credit Card Offering Five Free Nights
Marriott has an incredible new limited time credit card offer with five free nights so I applied for it. Unfortunately, I wasn't accepted since I already have an Marriott Amex card. Here are the details. I'm bummed because when we were in Connecticut I cashed in my free Marriott Nights at the Stamford Residence Inn that I had left over from my Amex card so now I need to figure out how I can replenish my points.
Southwest Sale
Southwest Airlines just launched one of its premier sales of the year offering customers 40% off for late summer and fall travel (Aug. 16 – Nov. 5, 2022). Purchase tickets by June 9, 2022, 11:59 p.m., Central Daylight Time. Use promo code: FALL40.
Norse Atlantic Airways Sale
Norse Atlantic Airways just announced they’re continuing their expansion with new routes from Berlin (BER) to New York’s JFK and LAX starting August 17 and 19th respectively. Economy is going for $120 each way.
Best Western Deal
Best Western: Stay 2 Nights This Summer & Get 1 Free Night For Fall or Winter
Travel Nevada Sweepstakes
Travel Nevada launches “Silver State Reset” sweepstakes with routes highlighting stress relief.
2022 Father’s Day Gift Guide For the Man Who Loves to Travel
Father's Day is in a couple of weeks and we just put together a gift guide.
My Dad is Out of the Hospital
Unfortunately, my dad isn't doing great. He's out of the hospital but has a long recovery ahead of him. Here's his update.
East Coast Trip Reports
-Trip Report: Los Angeles to New York
-Delamar in Greenwich
-Watch Hill Inn
-Trip Report: New York to Toronto
-My Wife Got Randomly Selected For Covid Testing on Arrival at YYZ
Travel Product of the Week
Tourists in Bahamas Killed by Carbon Monoxide Poisoning – Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Last month, three American tourists were found dead at a Sandals resort on the island of Exuma in the Bahamas. Autopsy results revealed that carbon monoxide poisoning was the cause. Here's how to protect yourself.
This Week's Travel Tips
Bring This to Avoid Hotel Room Accidents When You Travel
No one wants to get hurt but especially not when you're traveling. This portable and inexpensive item is easy to pack and can help to keep you safe in your hotel room. Check it out here.
How to Avoid Being Ripped Off When Traveling Internationally
I’ve written about this many times in the past but it’s been over five years and with so many Americans traveling internationally again, it’s a good reminder. Here's a money-saving tip that can save you a lot.
Media Appearances
-Monday night I was on News Nation talking about the pilot shortage.
-Every Saturday I'm on Leo Laporte's The Tech Guy talking travel at 12:30pmPT. | 