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Opinion

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

a man wearing a face mask

Should You Still “Dress Up” To Fly In First Class?

September 21, 2021November 3, 2023
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Opinion: It’s Taken Me 20 Years To Write About 9/11

September 11, 2021November 3, 2023
a metal fence with a view of a body of water and buildings

International Travel Won’t Recover While Vaccinated People Must Test

August 21, 2021November 3, 2023
a green passport with gold text

Why Aren’t Highly Vaccinated Countries Open Yet?

August 14, 2021November 3, 2023
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Why Hotel Loyalty Lags Behind Airlines, And Is Only Getting Worse

August 5, 2021November 3, 2023
a blue passport with gold text on it

Opinion: Tourists Deserve Red Carpet Arrivals, Not 6 Hour Airport Queues

July 27, 2021November 3, 2023
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An IHG Hotel Is Knowingly Screwing Guests Out Of Their “Walking” Policy

July 21, 2021November 3, 2023
an airplane on the runway

So, I Think American Flagged Me For Skiplagging?

July 4, 2021November 3, 2023
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Why I Truly Love Airport Fashion (Upgrades Sold Separately)

June 24, 2021November 3, 2023
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My “Hot” New York City Heatwave Hotel Shambles

June 14, 2021November 3, 2023
a blue passport with gold text on it

Opinion: Policy Should Match Science On Vaccinated Travelers

May 28, 2021November 3, 2023
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Opinion: Be “Extra Kind” To Airline Staff Right Now During Mask Confusion

May 14, 2021November 3, 2023
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Opinion: Australia Is Shameful To Abandon Citizens In India

May 1, 2021May 7, 2021
British Airways First Class Dining

Opinion: Stop Complaining About British Airways Makeshift Lounge

November 17, 2020November 3, 2023
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Covid-19 Creates New Dilemmas And Risks For Travel Influencers

November 13, 2020November 13, 2020
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14 Day Quarantine Brought My Worst Jet lag Yet

November 9, 2020November 3, 2023
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‘Upgrade Pack’ Travel App Folds Amid Controversy

November 3, 2020November 3, 2023
a row of seats in an airplane

Passenger Numbers Are Up, So Why Are Airlines So Down?

September 12, 2020November 3, 2023
a road with flags on it

Opinion: The UK Government Is Hellbent On Killing UK Travel Industry…

July 27, 2020November 3, 2023
Passenger jet being moved using an aircraft tractor at Heathrow London Airport

My Favorite British Airways Boeing 747 Memories…

July 17, 2020November 3, 2023
a man wearing a mask on a plane

Opinion: The Best Way To Reach An Airline Right Now Is To Lie…

July 12, 2020November 3, 2023
a man taking a selfie in an airport

I’ve Feared Writing This Anthony Bourdain Story For Days…

June 25, 2020November 3, 2023
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Opinion: Selfish People Are Costing Americans Travel, And Lives…

June 23, 2020November 3, 2023
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Conspiracy Theory: Why British Airways Hasn’t Extended Elite Status…

June 9, 2020November 3, 2023
a man standing in front of a wall with art

So, I’m Flying Internationally Tomorrow And Will Live Blog It…

May 24, 2020November 3, 2023
a person holding test tubes

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

May 13, 2020November 3, 2023
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How GSTP Is “Enhancing” Your Experience This Year…

May 12, 2020November 3, 2023
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So, I Can’t Travel To See Family Until A Vaccine Emerges?

April 20, 2020November 3, 2023
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Opinion: I’m Dying For The Restaurant Dining Buzz

April 18, 2020September 8, 2020
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A World Without Travel Is Hard For Depression, But I’m Optimistic…

April 11, 2020November 3, 2023
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Now! Is The Time To Consider Starting A Blog…

April 8, 2020November 3, 2023
LONDON, UK - August 10th, 2018: view of Heathrow airport with stormy skies and British Airways airplanes at their stands

Opinion: British Airways Flunks Flag Carrier Audition…

March 26, 2020November 3, 2023
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If I Could Build My Own Airline, I’d Take Bits From…

March 3, 2020November 3, 2023
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Opinion: The World Needs Travel, And Coronavirus Is Everywhere Anyway

March 2, 2020November 3, 2023
st regis maldives

Happy Belated First Birthday, Marriott Bonvoy?

March 1, 2020November 3, 2023
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An Alarming Follow Up On Upgrade Pack…

February 17, 2020November 3, 2023
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An Apology To Our Readers, Re: Upgrade Pack…

February 16, 2020November 3, 2023
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Calling BS: Star Alliance Cheapens Loyalty With New Lounge Access Rule

February 4, 2020November 3, 2023
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The Healing Power Of Travel (A Love Story)…

February 4, 2020November 3, 2023
airport space

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

January 26, 2020November 3, 2023
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Google’s Impressive Response To My Fi Issue…

January 22, 2020November 3, 2023
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I’m Appalled By The Aussie ‘Fake Injury’ Upgrade Blogger…

January 21, 2020November 3, 2023
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How Miles Are Helping My Parents Most Exciting Trip Yet…

January 20, 2020November 3, 2023
a phone and a passport on a laptop

My Absolutely Ridiculous Google Fi Shutdown…

January 18, 2020November 3, 2023
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The Deeper Responsibilities Of Travel Blogging…

January 14, 2020November 3, 2023
a plane on the runway

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

January 3, 2020November 3, 2023
a man and woman walking out of a building

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

December 3, 2019November 3, 2023
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Where’s Gilbert? Yep, I’m Giving Away My First and Business Class Seats Again…

November 19, 2019November 3, 2023
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I Self Impose A Carbon Tax On My Air Travel. Should You?

October 11, 2019November 3, 2023
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Tel Aviv By Night: How I Fell In Love With The City In 12 Hours…

September 30, 2019November 3, 2023
Alex Cruz

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

August 28, 2019November 3, 2023
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Why I’m Obsessed With Tablet Hotels “Plus” Membership…

August 19, 2019November 3, 2023
a piece of raw tuna on a plate

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

August 1, 2019November 3, 2023
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My $3600 Per Night ‘Tony Bennett Suite’ Upgrade “Fail”

July 13, 2019November 3, 2023
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How Internet Trolling Has Affected Me As A Blogger…

June 24, 2019November 3, 2023
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Balancing Freebies, Invites And Ethics In Travel Blogging…

March 31, 2019November 3, 2023
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Our 5 Favourite Cities, And Why You Might Love Them…

March 22, 2019November 3, 2023
a passport with stamps on it

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

March 10, 2019November 3, 2023
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Is It Snobby To Bring Your Own Wine On Planes?

February 7, 2019November 3, 2023
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Attention Please: There’s A New Voice On GSTP…

January 9, 2019November 3, 2023

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