How to train house guests or be one

Summer is here, and more than a few people would like to come visit if you live in Paris, New York City or have a country house almost anywhere. Mention beach, and you may find yourself with new and dear friends. Free is better: There may be B&Bs galore or...

5 hotel complaints — how do you resolve them?

How many times have you stayed in a hotel and found it to be perfect and satisfy your every whim?  Probably not many. Are your expectations realistic? Perhaps yes and maybe no. But, there are specific things that seem to drive people around the bend. The number one...

A love letter to OpenSkies

I’ve finally seen the light and am no longer spending time and money on mileage runs hoping to collect frequent flier miles for upgrades from economy to business class. The upgrade days appear to be coming to an end and if you’re able to snag one, you...