Welcome to the Frequent Miler Week In Review series. Every Saturday we recap what you might have missed from Frequent Miler during the week.
This week Greg the Frequent Miler has been visiting Richard Branson’s private paradise Necker Island. He has been sharing photos, videos and write-ups about his experiences throughout the week. For additional background on the trip, please see “Considering the 1.2 million mile Necker Island challenge,” and “Days away from Necker Island.” Enjoy!
This Week From Frequent Miler
Necker Island Day 1 – Traveling to Necker Island, meeting Richard Branson and the first day in paradise.
Necker Island Day 2 – Spectacular views, a property tour and tons of wildlife.
Necker Island Day 3 – Scuba diving, kayaking and a spectacular sunset.
Necker Island Zip Line lunch with Richard Branson – Zip lining to lunch, Richard Branson and Paddle Boarding for the first time.
Top 5 reasons Necker Island may be worth 1.2 million miles – Why it might make sense to splurge for this vacation despite the steep price.
Have a great weekend!
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@Milesmaven: I’ve done several African safaris, and your best bet is to deal with someone in South Africa and just pay for the safari. Use miles to get there, of course, but there are so many luxury game preserves and safaris to choose from.
Paying in rand will save you a lot of money. Both times I went I did not have anything scheduled in advance.
Ask yourself how long you actually want to spend looking at wild animals.
For me, it’s maybe 2 days, but I have a short attention span.
Whatever you decide, don’t leave out Victoria Falls.
Thanks for the tip. Any recommendations on who to work with? Or which locations?
Do you know anyone has used the miles for Ulusaba safari lodge in South Africa?
This is an aspirational destination for me and I am wondering how the merger with Alaska Airlines will effect these awards.
Do you wish you would have used those 1.2 million miles on many other trips, or was it worth it?
100% worth it for us but depends on your circumstances