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How much my trip to Chile really cost me
I just got back from a 2 ½ week trip to Chile and I thought it might be helpful to actually break down what the true costs of an epic trip like this are. I flew to Santiago, stayed overnight, … Continue reading
Ushuaia, Argentina
A lot of money passes through Ushuaia – this is where the majority of Antarctic cruises leave from – but not much of that cash seems to stay here. The airport is nice, and there are a couple of expensive … Continue reading
Tokyo
I arrive in Tokyo after a long Transpacific flight in coach. I’m avoiding Thanksgiving in the US (a recurring theme, as will emerge in time). I’ve been to Tokyo before so I feel like a pro buying my train ticket … Continue reading
Iqaluit, NU
I first traveled to Iqaluit in 1986; we stopped on route to Resolute and used the original airport (which was then turned into the cargo facility. I returned in 1988 – before I had even started at INSTAAR in Boulder … Continue reading
Some travel tips to save money on flights in Chile
In my new Sabbatical / Practice Retirement state, I’ve been able to schedule some travel for next year. Trying to use miles and points as much as I can. Chile has been on my list of destinations for quite a … Continue reading
United Polaris vs. Delta One review
Last year I flew between Boston and London four times, and I just back from another trip this year on the same route. The flights last year were all on United using their nonstop route and flying in Polaris business … Continue reading
Changes
Time to move on from TEAM after 11 years. Definitely some mixed feelings, but overall a sense of optimism and gratitude. Thankful for the opportunity to work with wonderful clients around the world, to travel to some fantastic places, to … Continue reading
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Calvin Klein Underwear – Pro Stretch
Possibly TMI for some people but I have worn the same style of CK underwear for many years. So, of course, it was discontinued. Trying to find a similar replacement was complicated and frustrating and made more difficult by what … Continue reading
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The decades of my life
Update – this was a valuable thing to do. Made me feel proud of what I have achieved over the years I saw this on Twitter and thought it was helpful and illuminating In my twenties I: Went to Iceland … Continue reading
Pandemic
I’ve mostly avoided this topic – it’s been hard for me not to travel at all for the past five months. This must be the longest period of staying close to home for me for the past 30 or more … Continue reading
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