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Opinions and travel industry analysis from the founder of God Save The Points, world renowned travel expert Gilbert Ott.

Opinion: No Vaccine, No Travel? Ya Gotta’ Get Real

May 13, 2020September 8, 2020

How GSTP Is “Enhancing” Your Experience This Year…

May 12, 2020September 8, 2020

So, I Can’t Travel To See Family Until A Vaccine Emerges?

April 20, 2020September 8, 2020

Opinion: I’m Dying For The Restaurant Dining Buzz

April 18, 2020September 8, 2020

A World Without Travel Is Hard For Depression, But I’m Optimistic…

April 11, 2020September 8, 2020

Now! Is The Time To Consider Starting A Blog…

April 8, 2020September 8, 2020

Opinion: British Airways Flunks Flag Carrier Audition…

March 26, 2020September 8, 2020

My (Successful) Virgin Atlantic Upgrade Strategy

March 4, 2020January 1, 2021

If I Could Build My Own Airline, I’d Take Bits From…

March 3, 2020September 8, 2020

Opinion: The World Needs Travel, And Coronavirus Is Everywhere Anyway

March 2, 2020September 8, 2020

Happy Belated First Birthday, Marriott Bonvoy?

March 1, 2020September 8, 2020

An Alarming Follow Up On Upgrade Pack…

February 17, 2020September 8, 2020

An Apology To Our Readers, Re: Upgrade Pack…

February 16, 2020September 8, 2020

Calling BS: Star Alliance Cheapens Loyalty With New Lounge Access Rule

February 4, 2020September 8, 2020

The Healing Power Of Travel (A Love Story)…

February 4, 2020September 8, 2020

It’s Time To Stop Calling Points “Frequent Flyer Miles”…

January 26, 2020September 8, 2020

Google’s Impressive Response To My Fi Issue…

January 22, 2020September 8, 2020

I’m Appalled By The Aussie ‘Fake Injury’ Upgrade Blogger…

January 21, 2020September 8, 2020

How Miles Are Helping My Parents Most Exciting Trip Yet…

January 20, 2020September 8, 2020

My Absolutely Ridiculous Google Fi Shutdown…

January 18, 2020September 8, 2020

The Deeper Responsibilities Of Travel Blogging…

January 14, 2020September 8, 2020

Ok, I’m Loving British Airways £1 + Avios Flights…

January 3, 2020September 8, 2020

Hey Washington DC, I’m Doing A Travel Meet Up And Talk. Come Hang?

December 3, 2019September 8, 2020

Where’s Gilbert? Yep, I’m Giving Away My First and Business Class Seats Again…

November 19, 2019September 8, 2020

I Self Impose A Carbon Tax On My Air Travel. Should You?

October 11, 2019September 8, 2020

Tel Aviv By Night: How I Fell In Love With The City In 12 Hours…

September 30, 2019September 8, 2020

Opinion: Stop Calling For Alex Cruz To Quit, He’s British Airways Best Hope

August 28, 2019September 8, 2020

Why I’m Obsessed With Tablet Hotels “Plus” Membership…

August 19, 2019September 8, 2020

Thanks To Air Miles, I’m Flying To Tokyo For One Sushi Dinner…

August 1, 2019September 8, 2020

My $3600 Per Night “Tony Bennett Suite” Upgrade Fail…

July 13, 2019September 8, 2020

How Internet Trolling Has Affected Me As A Blogger…

June 24, 2019September 8, 2020

Balancing Freebies, Invites And Ethics In Travel Blogging…

March 31, 2019September 8, 2020

Our 5 Favourite Cities, And Why You Might Love Them…

March 22, 2019September 8, 2020

Dear EU, Your Statement About The New 2021 Tourist Visas Is Dumb…

March 10, 2019September 8, 2020

Is It Snobby To Bring Your Own Wine On Planes?

February 7, 2019September 8, 2020

Attention Please: There’s A New Voice On GSTP…

January 9, 2019September 8, 2020

Why I’m Swearing Off Hotel Club Lounges For Good…

January 7, 2019September 8, 2020

United Introduces World’s Worst Holiday Present For Foodies…

December 17, 2018September 8, 2020

A Year In Review, A Look Ahead. This Is War…

December 6, 2018September 8, 2020

An Open Letter To Norwegian Air, On Behalf Of The 100’s I Receive Every Day…

November 29, 2018September 8, 2020

Should You Start A Blog? Lessons From Creating A Successful One…

November 2, 2018September 8, 2020

Why You Shouldn’t Take Pictures Of Your Boarding Pass…

October 14, 2018September 8, 2020

My Admiration For Washington Reagan Airport (DCA)…

October 11, 2018September 8, 2020

Right Now, I’m Eating My Words About Basic Economy…

October 10, 2018September 8, 2020

True Story: I’ve Taken 3 Free Private Jet Rides Thanks to “Travel Hacking”…

August 24, 2018September 8, 2020

How My View of Points Has Evolved As A Travel Blogger…

August 18, 2018September 8, 2020

Unpopular Opinion: The More I Travel, The Less I Care About First Class…

August 11, 2018September 8, 2020

Why You Should Get Excited About Hyatt’s New Boutique Hotel Partnership…

August 2, 2018September 8, 2020

What (Really) Makes A Good Hotel Room?

July 23, 2018September 8, 2020

Everything You Need To Know About The Ryanair Summer Strikes…

July 7, 2018September 8, 2020

I’m Sorry, But The British Airways Bias Has Gone Too Far…

June 22, 2018September 8, 2020

Business Class Kids? In Defense Of Kirstie Allsopp and Gordon Ramsay…

June 5, 2018September 8, 2020

What Makes A Great Airport VIP Lounge?

May 25, 2018September 8, 2020

Why You Should Stop Following SecretFlying…

May 5, 2018September 8, 2020

Can You Get Lower Uber Rates By Gaming The App?

April 19, 2018September 8, 2020

Why I Use A Travel Agent – Yes Me, The Professional Travel Blogger…

April 4, 2018September 8, 2020

Easy Hotel Elite Status Match Opportunity + Why You Should…

March 20, 2018September 8, 2020

Why I’ll Never Use Groundlink Car Service – Ever Again…

March 14, 2018September 14, 2020

Why Qatar Airways Investment In Air Italy Is Absolutely Gangster…

March 11, 2018September 8, 2020

Whats Wrong With The “Two Words” Business Class Upgrade Story…

February 28, 2018September 8, 2020

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