Category: Travel

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Who Thought That Was a Good Idea?

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Who Thought That Was a Good Idea?

Someone once said that “common sense” is really “uncommon sense” because it seems to be in such short supply. This very well may be true. I remember attending my first Boy Scout camp and a group of older scouts convinced me to go ask the camp director for a “left-handed smoke grinder.” Needless to say, […]

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Royal Plaza on Scotts Does it Well and Has Fun!

I recently had the privilege of doing a presentation for the staff of the Royal Plaza on Scotts hotel in Singapore. Little did I know that they already embraced the concept of Do it Well, Make it Fun – perhaps even better than I do. In fact, the day I spoke, the local paper announced […]

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United I Stand, Qantas I’m Full

Dear United Airlines, I’m a big fan. I love having 1K status (even though I don’t understand how “1K” represents 100,000 miles flown). I’m grateful that I can board early so my carry-on bags have a home in the overhead bin and not under the seat in front of me where the feet on the […]

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Dear Hotel Manager

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Dear Hotel Manager, I don’t ask for much. I don’t need an upgrade and I’m perfectly happy with a king, queen or even double bed. But lately, I’ve noticed some trends that I’d like to address them with you. First, the bath towels should be stored, well, next to the bath tub. While, placing them […]

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Airplane Etiquette – Give Me My Space

As a frequent traveler who will achieve the coveted 1K status this year (coveted for its benefits, not for the time away from home), I know a little bit about travel etiquette. But recently, I have encountered a number of violators. So, in the spirit of making the experience better and more fun for all […]

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