Airline executives are heading to the White House this week to discuss coronavirus. Will bailout be on the agenda? Last week, President Donald Trump designated Vice President Mike Pence to oversee White House efforts to deal with COVID-19, the...
Italy Faces European Union Scrutiny For Alitalia Loan (Again…)
Italy is under scrutiny again from the European Union over its latest bailout to Alitalia. The Chamber of Deputies, Italy’s lower house, approved a 400 million Euro bailout in late January after the Senate approved the measure in December....
Should Delta Compensate For Broken Laptop Due To Reclining Seatmate?
Fresh off the last salvo in the perpetual seat recline debate comes a new twist. Should an airline compensate when your seatmate breaks your laptop? First, the facts. Pat Cassidy was flying Delta in economy class and working on...
If I Had To Pick An Airport Terminal To Live In…
A six hour layover (which eventually turned into an eight hour layover) might sound horrible, but not with oneworld emerald status in Terminal 3 at London Heathrow. On the contrary, the layover flew by. I’m on my next trip...
Star Alliance Gold Status Match For $87 With TAP Air Portugal
If you have silver or gold status with a oneworld or SkyTeam airline, Star Alliance carrier TAP Air Portugal is offering a status match for as little as $87. TAP Air Portugal is aiming to increase U.S. membership in...
As EL AL Warns Of Collapse, Israel Promises Support
The spread of COVID-19 has not been kind to EL AL, which is laying off workers and warning off an imminent collapse. But the Israeli government has publicly pledged to step in with support, if required. EL AL Warns...
How Long Before Employees Refuse to Work Coronavirus Flights?
Coronavirus is spreading and those who travel the most (flight attendants and pilots) have reason for concern. But how long before employees refuse to work coronavirus flights? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
Coronavirus Creating Opportunities for Brave Travelers
The novel Coronavirus-19 is spreading concern worldwide, but for those brave enough to travel during this period, it’s also creating opportunity. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
Airline, Hotel Status Waivers Shouldn’t Be Restricted to Country of Residence
Some travel companies have extended the membership year for elite travellers, but airline, hotel status waivers shouldn’t be restricted to country of residence. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...
