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Month: December 2020

MusingsYear in Review

A Horrible Year, But I’m Deeply Thankful…

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 31, 2020November 14, 2023 10 Comments
a globe with a map on it

I just laughed when I looked back at my travel goals for 2020 that I posted a year ago. Who would have thought we would have just endured the year that we did? In January, I set out to...

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Year in Review

My Top 10 Flights In 2020

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 31, 2020November 14, 2023 3 Comments
a man wearing a mask sitting in an airplane

As 2020 draws to a close, it is time for my annual “Top 10” series. Here, I’ll look back on my 10 favorite flights from 2020. As a reminder, this is not a top-10 all-time list nor does it...

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Year in Review

The 10 Most Popular Live And Let’s Fly Posts Of 2020

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 31, 2020December 31, 2020 5 Comments
Most Popular Posts

What is “popular” is a funny thing. As we close out the year of 2020, I’m looking at back at the 10 most popular posts of 2020 in terms of traffic on Live and Let’s Fly. The trend is...

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Year in Review

My Top 10 Hotel Stays In 2020

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 31, 2020November 14, 2023 6 Comments
a group of people sitting in a pool

As 2020 draws to a close, it is time for my annual “Top 10” series. Here, I’ll look back on my 10 favorite hotel stays from 2020. As a reminder, this is not a top-1o all-time list , but...

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Meal of the WeekYear in Review

My Top 10 Airline Meals Of 2020

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 30, 2020November 14, 2023 10 Comments
a plate of food with a glass of wine

For this year’s final Meal of the Week, I count down my top 10 airline meals of 2020. To be clear, these are only the best meals I have enjoyed over the last year, not my top 10 all-time...

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Togo

How I Turned The Tables On A Prostitute In Lomé

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 30, 2020November 14, 2023 42 Comments
a bar with chairs and a counter

As I sat down in the bar, her eyes lit up. I tried my best to ignore her, but I could feel the stare even with my head turned. Then she started pacing around, circling me like a shark...

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Year in Review

My Top 10 Airline Lounges In 2020

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 30, 2020November 14, 2023 13 Comments
a room with tables and chairs

As 2020 draws to a close, it is time for my annual “Top 10” series. Here, I’ll look back on the 10 best airport lounges I visited in 2020. Note, this is my “top 10” list, but only my...

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TogoTrip Reports

Photo Essay: Exploring Lomé, Togo

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 30, 2020November 14, 2023 8 Comments
a group of palm trees on a beach

Early on a Sunday morning, before the sun rose, I was up and ready to explore. The following photo essay recounts my walk through Lomé, Togo. Lomé Togo Photo Essay Just outside my hotel was the Monument de l’Independance (Independence...

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Delta Air LinesLaw In Travel

How Delta Air Lines Used A Mental Exam To Ground And Intimidate A Female Pilot

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 29, 2020November 14, 2023 14 Comments
a woman in a uniform smiling

A judge has ruled that Delta Air Lines unfairly discriminated against a whistleblowing pilot by calling into question her psychiatric health. Judge Rules Delta Discriminated Against Pilot Who Expressed Safety Concerns Karlene Petitt earned a PHD in aviation safety...

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Alaska AirlinesEmotional Support Animal (ESA)

Yes! Alaska Airlines Bans Emotional Support Animals

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 29, 2020November 14, 2023 32 Comments
a brown dog looking up

Beginning January 11, 2021, Alaska Airlines will ban all emotional support animals on its flights. Service dogs will still be accepted onboard. Alaska Airlines Bans Emotional Support Animals Live and Let’s Fly wrote about DOT’s decision earlier this month...

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NewsTips

When Will New Stimulus Checks Arrive?

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 29, 2020December 29, 2020 7 Comments
American Airlines Money Laundering

Despite a veto threat if Congress did not include $2,000 direct payments to Americans, President Donald Trump ultimately signed the $900 billion coronavirus relief bill. When can you expect to see the $600 in your bank account? Expect New...

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Hotel ReviewsTogo

Review: Hotel 2 Fevrier Lomé, Togo

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 29, 2020November 14, 2023 4 Comments
a large round yellow cushion in a lobby

The Hotel 2 Fevrier in Lomé, formerly operating under the Radisson Blu brand, is the most luxurious hotel in Togo and was greatly appreciated after a long day on the road. Hotel 2 Fevrier Lomé Review Named for February...

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United Airlines

United Airlines Eliminates Cocktail Picks To Save $80,000/Year

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 28, 2020November 14, 2023 42 Comments
a bowl of nuts and a glass of water with a spoon

The famous story of former American Airlines CEO Robert Crandall eliminating one olive from salads in 1987 in order to save $40,000 per year continues to fascinate business school students even 30 years later. Now United Airlines is also...

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American Airlines

American Airlines Warning “Throwaway Ticketing” Passengers Their Status Is In Jeopardy (And Why You Should Expect More Of This)

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 28, 2020January 11, 2021 13 Comments
an airplane flying in the sky over mountains

American Airlines is stepping up its fight against so-called throwaway ticketing by blocking online check-in for “suspects” engaging in this practice. Expect a lot more of this in the months ahead. American Airlines Cracking Down On Throwaway Ticketing Throwaway...

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MontenegroNews

Another European Flag Carrier Ceases Operations

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 28, 2020November 14, 2023 4 Comments
a group of people in uniform

Montenegro Airlines has ceased operations after the country’s government refused to extend a financial lifeline to the beleaguered carrier. Official: Montenegro Airlines Ceased Operations Founded in 1994 by Yugoslavia, Montenegro Airlines first took off in 1997 and has served...

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covid-19

Pent Up Travel Demand Awaits End To COVID-19

Kyle Stewart Posted onDecember 27, 2020November 14, 2023 7 Comments
a plane taking off from a runway

Market indications have shown that pent-up travel demand awaits an end to COVID-19 travel restrictions. Will airlines, hotels, car rental, and cruise companies be able to handle the demand? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...

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aadvantageAmerican Airlines

American Airlines Uses Web Specials To Dupe Passengers Into Restrictive Awards

Kyle Stewart Posted onDecember 27, 2020September 12, 2021 34 Comments
a group of airplanes parked on a runway

American Airlines has been using web specials to dupe passengers into more restrictive awards after eliminating redeposit fees.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed...

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Space

When Will Space Tourism Become A Reality?

Kyle Stewart Posted onDecember 27, 2020September 12, 2021 4 Comments
SpaceX Crew Dragon

Space flight has taken leaps and bounds in the last few years but when will space tourism become a reality?  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you...

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Trip ReportsUnited Airlines

Review: United Airlines 737-900 First Class Los Angeles To Denver

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 26, 2020November 14, 2023 33 Comments
an airplane wing in the air

I don’t usually write domestic shorthaul trip reports, but thought it might be helpful to chronicle my recent trip to Colorado on United Airlines onboard a 737-900. While pandemic-related service cutbacks continue, the flight felt surprisingly like old times....

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San Francisco SFOUnited Airlines

United Airlines Improvises Nicely At SFO

Matthew Klint Posted onDecember 26, 2020November 14, 2023 4 Comments
a group of people in santa clothing and masks

For years, United Airlines has traditionally offered “Fantasy Flights” to the “North Pole” for children in need in December. This year, United had to improvise due to the pandemic and and Team SFO really thought outside the box. United...

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