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Yes, Turkish, Air France, many intl. carriers' lounges are a huge cut above US ones. I started flying non-US carriers after too many bad experiences with United. Another perk for me: arrival lou… (View Post)

kfnknfzk...I've raved b/f about Virgin's lounges, esp. Departure at Heathrow (there's also an Arrivals Lounge). I guess Tauck pickup doesn't allow time at Arrivals lounges, but Sw… (View Post)

kfnknfzk, great minds think alike. I use those sheet/pillowcase see-throughs all the time, for storage at home & for travel; always picking them up in my bldg. And I will look for your creations … (View Post)

It's worth signing up for Singapore/Bali just to get that "free" $1,000+ room at Raffles! (View Post)

Your TD will often have a handout with ideas, but frankly if you can't enjoy Venice without help, you may not be a traveler at heart. Just wandering around or hopping on a vaporetto will lead yo… (View Post)