I had neglected to assign seats in advance on this flight (did not even think it was possible) and my wife and I ended up in middle seats. The A343 economy class cabin has a 2-4-2 configuration and the...
Hilarious Ellen DeGeneres Parody of United Basic Economy
I don’t watch the Ellen Show. Heck, I don’t even have a TV in my home, but when I saw this video today I had to laugh. United Basic Economy is coming soon and Ellen has a field day...
Road Trip from Johannesburg to Lesotho
I am on a quest to visit every country in the world. My “first pass” through the world will often include more limited visits — sometimes just hours — but my goal is to experience a taste of life in every nation....
Want to Work for Lufthansa? Now is Your Chance!
The Lufthansa Group plans to hire more than 3,000 new staff in 2017, including 2,200 FAs. What Does it Take to be a Lufthansa Group FA? For any Americans looking to join Lufthansa, the first requirement is (unsurprisingly) that you...
Review: South African Airways Domestic Voyager Lounge – JNB
Disclaimer: This lounge has been refurbished. I am publishing this review for historical purposes — to make my South Africa trip report complete — but note that the lounge now looks quite different. Check out Lucky’s review for what this lounge...
The Worst Business Class Meal I’ve Ever Had
For this week’s edition of Matthew’s Meal of the Week I reflect upon the worst meal I have ever been served in business class. With roughly 80% of my flights on United, it is no surprise the worst meal...
10 Things You Should NEVER Say to a Flight Attendant
When you fly millions of miles, mostly on one airline, you develop a kindred spirit with FAs. Although they will generally be pleasant and smile in all circumstances, I’ve learned there are certain things you just should not say...
Review: Hyatt Regency Johannesburg (Suite)
Located in the Rosebank district of Johannesburg and surrounded by several shopping malls, my wife and I spent five nights at the Hyatt Regency Johannesburg to round out our time in Johannesburg. The hotel is a Category 2 property,...
Etihad and Lufthansa Announce Closer Partnership
In a joint press conference with Etihad CEO James Hogan and Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr, the two carriers announced a strengthened codeshare agreement, terminal relocations for Etihad in Germany as well as new LSG Sky Chefs and Lufthansa Technik contracts...
Review: Park Hyatt Beijing — Luxury Is Personal Even For Kids
I already knew from a previous stay that the Park Hyatt Beijing was going to impress, but I can honestly say that I had no idea just how much their personal touches, during our recent stay, would leave a...
