# amenities (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover amenities. Page: Feed: --- ## [Market Size and Trade in Medical Services (revised and expanded)](https://tradediversion.net/2026/07/07/market-size-and-trade-in-medical-services-revised-and-expanded/) _2026-07-07 · jdingel · Trade Diversion_ My coauthors and I posted a substantially revised draft of “Market Size and Trade in Medical Services” last week. As I wrote about the first draft: There’s a long-running discussion in health policy about “spatial mismatch”: are doctors and clinics too concentrated in big cities? Our paper emphasizes that you need to quantify the trade-off \[…\] ## [Dingel and Tintelnot (2026)](https://tradediversion.net/2026/07/06/dingel-and-tintelnot-2026/) _2026-07-06 · jdingel · Trade Diversion_ Econometrica distributed the published version of Spatial Economics for Granular Settings in March. It’s relevant for anyone working with high-dimensional data like commuting flows, trade flows, or migration flows. Our main point is that spatial models calibrated to observed flows suffer overfitting problems in granular settings. Felix Tintelnot and I diagnose the problem, show data \[…\] ## [Stockholm to Mariehamn Ferry Viking Grace](https://pennypennypennyblog.com/2026/04/25/stockholm-to-mariehamn-ferry-viking-grace/) _2026-04-25 · Tobias · Pennyblog_ The author reflects on a day trip from Stockholm to the Åland Isles, highlighting the affordability of tickets on Viking Line and the ferry’s focus on entertainment and duty-free shopping. They describe boarding as chaotic and the ship's indoor seating policies as restrictive. The scenic landscape of the Stockholm archipelago during the crossing is emphasized, making it a memorable experience… ## [Northern (De-)Lights in Swedish Lappland](https://pennypennypennyblog.com/2026/03/21/northern-de-lights-in-swedish-lappland/) _2026-03-21 · Tobias · Pennyblog_ Abisko in Swedish Lappland is a very accessible place, as it is well beyond the Arctic Circle. There are regular and night trains that use the tracks of the famous Malmbanan (Ore Line) from Kiruna to Narvik. ## [A Day on the Kiel Canal (Nord-Ostsee-Kanal NOK)](https://pennypennypennyblog.com/2026/01/10/a-day-on-the-kiel-canal-nord-ostsee-kanal-nok/) _2026-01-10 · Tobias · Pennyblog_ Enjoying a historic paddle steamer trip on the Kiel Canal, featuring excellent food and insightful commentary. ## [When life gives you LIMONS](https://pennypennypennyblog.com/2025/12/29/when-life-gives-you-limons/) _2025-12-29 · Tobias · Pennyblog_ During a family trip in Japan, we discovered the LIMON bus for traveling from Tokyo to Takayama, which included scenic stops like Mt. Fuji's 5th Station. The service was comfortable and well-organized, though relatively pricey. ## [Spatial economics JMPs (2025-2026)](https://tradediversion.net/2025/11/27/spatial-economics-jmps-2025-2026/) _2025-11-27 · jdingel · Trade Diversion_ Here’s a list of job-market candidates whose job-market papers fall within spatial economics, as defined by me quickly skimming webpages and two dozen candidates who responded on Twitter. I’m sure I missed folks, so please add them in the comments. Here’s a cloud of the words that appear in these papers’ titles: Yuanhang Yu (LSE) \[…\] ## [Trade JMPs (2025-2026)](https://tradediversion.net/2025/11/27/trade-jmps-2025-2026/) _2025-11-27 · jdingel · Trade Diversion_ For the 16th year running, I’ve gathered a list of trade-related job-market papers. If I’ve missed someone, please contribute to the list in the comments. Here’s a cloud of the words that appear in these papers’ titles: Fanwen Zhu (UCLA) – Sanctions and Startups: Trade Shocks and Innovator Entrepreneurship in the U.S.-China Trade WarQi Zhang \[…\] ## [Nightjet Experience: Berlin to Vienna Sleeper Train](https://pennypennypennyblog.com/2025/06/22/nightjet-experience-berlin-to-vienna-sleeper-train/) _2025-06-22 · Tobias · Pennyblog_ The Nightjet sleeper train service from Berlin to Vienna offers a comfortable and pleasant travel experience, highlighted by friendly service and a variety of amenities. However, issues with ticket booking and high costs compared to regular trains may deter some travelers. ## [Panstar Miracle – the New Ship on the Busan to Osaka route](https://pennypennypennyblog.com/2025/04/21/panstar-miracle-the-ship-on-the-busan-to-osaka-route/) _2025-04-21 · Tobias · Pennyblog_ The Panstar Miracle cruise ferry launched its maiden voyage from Busan to Osaka on April 13, 2025, coinciding with the Osaka World Expo. The ferry features various amenities, including an infinity pool and multiple cabin types. It reduces travel time to approximately 19 hours, with sailings scheduled several times a week. ## [Screen Share With Real Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ovQftMlTenV8) _2025-04-21 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control — open source, like Screenhero. ## [Maximize Your Layover: Sleep ‘n Fly Experience at DXB](https://pennypennypennyblog.com/2025/04/06/maximize-your-layover-sleep-n-fly-experience-at-dxb/) _2025-04-06 · Tobias · Pennyblog_ During an 8-hour layover at Dubai airport, I opted for a sleep capsule instead of an expensive hotel, enjoying a comfortable experience with a cozy pod, good amenities, and a refreshing shower. ## [Emirates Premium Economy Review: A380 Experience from Dubai to Osaka](https://pennypennypennyblog.com/2025/04/05/emirates-premium-economy-review-a380-experience-from-dubai-to-osaka/) _2025-04-05 · Tobias · Pennyblog_ The author shares an experience flying Emirates Premium Economy from Dubai to Osaka on an Airbus A380. Highlights include spacious seating, high-quality food and drink, attentive service, and amenities that elevate the experience above traditional economy, making it worthwhile despite the price. ## [Ten Years of Ferry Trips](https://pennypennypennyblog.com/2025/04/01/ten-years-ten-ferry-trips/) _2025-04-01 · Tobias · Pennyblog_ 10 ferry cruises in 10 years all around Europe, to Iceland, Japan, and South Korea ## [Scavanger Hunt at Sea: Genoa to Tunis on GNV Ferry Sirio](https://pennypennypennyblog.com/2025/03/09/scavanger-hunt-at-sea-genoa-to-tunis-on-gnv-ferry-sirio/) _2025-03-09 · Tobias · Pennyblog_ Experience traveling from Genoa to Tunis aboard the GNV Sirio ferry. The journey highlights the challenges of navigating the ferry terminal, the mixed quality of onboard facilities, and the contrasting atmospheres of Italy and Tunisia. ## [Spatial economics JMPs (2024-2025)](https://tradediversion.net/2024/11/06/spatial-economics-jmps-2024-2025/) _2024-11-06 · jdingel · Trade Diversion_ Here’s a list of job-market candidates whose job-market papers fall within spatial economics, as defined by me quickly skimming webpages and 24 candidates who responded on Twitter. I’m sure I missed folks, so please add them in the comments. Here’s a cloud of the words that appear in these papers’ titles: Deepti Sikri (Albany) – \[…\] ## [Trade JMPs (2024-2025)](https://tradediversion.net/2024/11/06/trade-jmps-2024-2025/) _2024-11-06 · jdingel · Trade Diversion_ For the 15th year running, I’ve gathered a list of trade-related job-market papers. If I’ve missed someone, please contribute to the list in the comments. Here’s a cloud of the words that appear in these papers’ titles: Ernesto Ugolini (Aix-Marseille) – Varieties of Democracy and Preferences for Economic Integration Tingting Peng (Albany) – The Impact \[…\] ## [Luck along the way](https://tradediversion.net/2024/10/18/luck-along-the-way/) _2024-10-18 · jdingel · Trade Diversion_ In January 2025, I will join Columbia University as a tenured Associate Professor of Economics. I’m happy to return to my alma mater. Since folks tend to underestimate the role luck plays in career outcomes, let me note a few critical junctures at which I benefited from good fortune. As an undergraduate student, I visited \[…\]