Author: Palo

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Verizon Wireless Unlimited Ultimate Plan: Best for World Travelers

As the upcoming summer travel season approaches, I want to remind everyone that traveling internationally with your current wireless provider doesn’t always mean paying exorbitant fees. Verizon Wireless (VZW) has a new plan, Unlimited Ultimate, which includes 10GB of international data per month. It’s only $10/month more than Unlimited Plus...

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Best Oneworld Alliance Programs for JAL Awards to Japan

If you’re planning to use miles or points for a flight to Japan with Japan Airlines, it’s important to explore multiple Oneworld alliance programs, as pricing and availability can vary significantly. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution, and selecting the best option requires thorough research. Much like redeeming miles for ANA flights...

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JAL First Class: LHR-HND B777-300ER

I had been planning a round-the-world trip and was thrilled to book a First Class seat on Japan Airlines latest plane, the A350-1000, using miles. Securing JAL First Class with miles can be a challenge, as you typically need to book either a year in advance or at the last...

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Oneworld Sapphire Status via a Credit Card (No Flying Required)

Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to achieve Oneworld status organically in 2024 due to a reduction in business travel. As a result, I decided to explore an alternative: the Qatar Airways Privilege Club Infinite Credit Card from Cardless. This premium card, priced at $499 per year, offers a one-year Oneworld Sapphire...

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Happy New Year! 2024 Review

Happy New Year! In 2024, I had the opportunity to embark on several exciting international trips. I traveled a total of 77,000 miles and visited 6 countries which is about 18% fewer miles than in 2023. Below is a snapshot of my travels from the year…   Accommodations (27, 5...

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New Modern Travel Tools of 2024

As I reflect on the new tools I adopted in 2024, I’d love to share them with you to help you travel smarter. Tools that aren’t consistently maintained or updated can quickly become outdated, creating an opportunity to explore new and improved solutions. Let’s take a look at the 7...

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10 Year Anniversary!

Wow! Time truly flies when you’re having fun! It’s hard to believe it’s been a decade since I launched Palo Will Travel. I feel incredibly fortunate to have the chance to travel the globe, enjoying top airlines and hotels while sharing insider insights with my followers. People often ask if...

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Hawaiian Airlines First Class “Leihōkū Suite”: LAX-HNL B787-9

Hawaiian Airlines started flying their brand new Boeing 787 Dreamliner in April 2024 and I was able to give it a try recently. I’ve previously flown their A330 wide body plane in First Class, but the B787 is their first Boeing plane. The new First Class seat are Suites and...

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My Online US Passport Renewal Experience in 2024

Renewing your passport has traditionally been a hassle. However, starting June 12, 2024, the US Department of State launched a beta program that allowed US citizens to renew their passports online, initially limiting applications to 1,000 per day. As of yesterday (September 18, 2024), the program has officially launched and...

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Aeromexico Business Class: TIJ-MEX B737-9 MAX

I was looking to use Delta SkyMiles to fly from San Diego to Cancun and found a flight via ATL for 52,000 miles and $47.52 USD in taxes for Comfort +. This was way overpriced so I knew there would be a cheaper way to get there. I found if...