Category Archives: International

Introduction to Copenhagen

Posted on August 3, 2025 by David Cross

We decided to do a little different vacation exploration this year, so we decided to visit Scandavia. We had to make a connection through Minneapolis and enjoyed the spacious and friendly Delta lounge on the way. The cool thing is … Continue reading →

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Sydney Australia

Posted on March 22, 2025 by David Cross

It has been a long time since I last visited, but I could not resist writing an update since I had a chance to visit Sydney on a business trip post COVID and provide a fresh review. Since I arrived … Continue reading →

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Beaches Resort – Turks and Caicos

Posted on July 21, 2024 by David Cross

I thought I would write a quick resort review for Beaches where we stayed for a week to enjoy a little sun. Where to start? It is a huge property, but the Italian Village is the best. It has a … Continue reading →

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Running and Diving in Turks and Caicos

Posted on July 19, 2024 by David Cross

Everyone knows I love running around the world (which you can see the big list here), so of course, I needed to try running on this island since all the good and shaded pool chairs are “taken” by 6:00 AM … Continue reading →

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Checking Out Turks and Caicos

Posted on July 14, 2024 by David Cross

We decided to try a new adventure this summer and head to the Caribbean. Saturdays are pretty popular with the vacationers, so be ready for long lines at the airport. This was TSA pre-check in the International terminal in Atlanta. … Continue reading →

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The Taj Falaknuma Palace

Posted on March 10, 2024 by David Cross

Business travelers, when visiting Hyderabad, India, like I have done several times in the past where I have blogged before, I now have a new recommendation. The Taj Falaknuma Palace is an amzing place to visit, eat or stay. It … Continue reading →

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Airport Lounges Review

Posted on February 25, 2024 by David Cross

Let’s talk a little about the different airport lounges. Let’s start with the AMEX (American Express) Centurion lounges. Here is the latest review from August 2025! SAS I was overdue for a new lounge review, so here is the latest … Continue reading →

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Turkish Airlines Airline Review

Posted on December 3, 2023 by David Cross

I found that many people like these reviews, so I thought I would do one for Turkish Airlines for a recent flight from Riyadh to Seattle with a layover in Istanbul. You can see some of my previous reviews on … Continue reading →

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Exploring the Riyadh Area

Posted on November 17, 2023 by David Cross

This week, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to attend and speak again at Blackhat MEA 2023 in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. I attended last year as well (see this posting), but this time I took some extra time … Continue reading →

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Fishing in Canada

Posted on August 6, 2023 by David Cross

We decided to check out a different part of British Columbia known as the Fraser River Valley. It is very relaxed and scenic with all kinds of wildlife to enjoy it with you. We chose to stay at the Fraser … Continue reading →

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