JetBlue and American Airlines are teaming up to add over 30 new flights in the Northeast, providing insight into how the two carriers will codeshare and collaborate. JetBlue’s additions mark a direct challenge to United Airlines while American Airlines...
Review: American Express Centurion Lounge – Denver (DEN)
The new American Express Centurion Lounge in Denver is spacious, comfortable, and offers a great menu of food and drinks. American Express Centurion Lounge Denver Review While connecting in Denver this morning I had a brief opportunity to check...
300lb Passenger Attempts To Open Aircraft Door Mid-Flight
A Delta flight was interrupted after a large man tried to strong-arm an aircraft door open before being subdued by fellow passengers. But even his great strength could not get the door open. Fellow Passengers Subdue Troubled Man Who...
Ted Cruz Flees To Mexico On United Airlines. Wouldn’t You?
I find myself unable to defend, but also unable to condemn Senator Ted Cruz for fleeing to Cancun on United Airlines in the midst of a horrific disaster in Texas. Ted Cruz Flies To Mexico. Did He Abandon His...
FAA Orders Inspection Of 200+ Boeing 787s
The US Federal Aviation Administration will publish a new airworthiness directive, highlighting potential cargo compartment problems on the Boeing 787 and ordering the inspection of over 200 aircraft. New Airworthiness Directive Impacts Boeing 787 Per Cirium, 222 787 aircraft...
United Airlines Passenger Slapped With Huge Fine For Hitting Flight Attendant
A man who disrupted a United Airlines flight has been spared jail time, but faces a hefty fine for verbally and physically assaulting a flight attendant on a flight to Tokyo. Man Faces Hefty Fine For Assaulting Flight Attendant...
United Airlines Aircraft Paint Program Resumes, Infuriating Employees
United Airlines will resume its aircraft painting program, but its use of an outside vendor has stoked anger amongst a wide cross section of employees who view the project as wasteful during a time of austerity. United Airlines Resumes...
Earn Hyatt Elite Nights Camping Under The Redwoods
You can now earn Hyatt elite nights at a Big Sur, California campground: but you will need to bring your own tent, bed, towels, food, and anything else you might need for the night. Earn Hyatt Credit At Ventana...
JetBlue’s Carry-On Ban Will Backfire
JetBlue announced last night that it would no longer allow customers who purchase basic economy tickets to bring larger carry-on items onboard. This is a terrible idea that will backfire. JetBlue Introduces Carry-On Ban For Basic Economy Fares The...
A Symphonic Tour Through Singapore
I found myself looking through cancelled itineraries this afternoon, including a flight from London to Singapore in the new A380 Singapore Suites. While I maintain that travel will rebound this year, there are many trips, including my trip to...
My Private Jet Experience On A United Airlines 787
As grim as the pandemic is, it certainly is a wonderful time to travel. Earlier this month I had to fly to London on a family matter and (nearly) had the entire 36-seat 787-8 business class cabin to myself....
Marriott CEO Arne Sorenson Dead At 62
Tragic news today, as Marriott announced the passing of CEO Arne Sorenson, 62. He passed away yesterday, February 15, 2021, due to pancreatic cancer. Marriott CEO Arne Sorenson Loses Battle To Pancreatic Cancer Sorenson became the first CEO not...
Lufthansa Wants To Swap Large Jets For Smaller Ones
Lufthansa is in talks with both Airbus and Boeing to modify existing aircraft orders, potentially replacing widebody jets with smaller aircraft. Lufthansa In Discussions To Downsize Jet Orders Speaking virtually, Lufthansa Chief Executive Officer Carsten Spohr told the London...
Abraham Lincoln, A Hero Through The Ages
Abraham Lincoln is an American hero and should be commemorated as one. As an avid traveler and student of U.S. history, few men have positively shaped history in the way in which Lincoln did. Let’s not forget that in...
United Airlines Saves 2,100 Connections…In One Day
I’ve written before about United Airlines ConnectionSaver, United’s technology which holds flights for connecting passengers without jeopardizing on-time arrival or onward connections for others. Winter storms recently put United’s program to the test and the result was 2,100 connections...
Terrorist Attack Targets A320 At Saudi Airport
Iran-aligned Houthi rebels in Yemen have again attacked Abha International Airport in Saudi Arabia, dropping a bombs and damaging a civilian Airbus A320 aircraft. Flyadeal Airbus A320 Targeted in Terrorist Attack in Saudi Arabia The attack occurred last Wednesday...
Saliva COVID-19 Testing Could Be Key To Travel Rebound
We’ve seen or experienced nasal or throat COVID-19 testing…and perhaps even anal testing. But could saliva testing be the avenue to produce rapid and accurate test results and thereby restore confidence in travel? Saliva COVID-19 Testing: Less Invasive, More...
President Biden Targets Florida Flight Restrictions, Walks Back
A member of President Biden’s team leaked potential flight restrictions on Florida but then walked them back amongst other domestic protocols. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
Buy Spirit Airlines Tickets At Airport For Big Savings
I have written before about buying Spirit Airlines tickets at the airport for big savings, but I was wrong as to just how much could be saved. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
The 5 Best Beaches Of Fort Myers, Florida
One of the most popular destinations in the country right now happens to be my home-away-from-home. From someone who knows, here are the 5 best beaches in Fort Myers, Florida. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
