Ok, this is only tangentially related to travel, but I want to reflect upon a road rage incident in Los Angeles that occurred over the weekend. Road Rage In Los Angeles Sunday afternoon I was driving through a two-lane...
American Airlines Sees A Business Case For Political Activism
I’m fascinated by how airlines have become involved in political issues and the reasons they provide for doing so. The latest example: how American Airlines CEO Doug Parker justifies his carrier’s vocal role in opposing Republican-led efforts to change...
American Airlines Moves In Right Direction With Service Resumptions
American Airlines has announced full beverage service will be restored to first class next month and later to economy class. Buy-onboard snacks and meals will also return this summer. It’s a small step, but a step in the right...
Own An Ex-Lufthansa DC-8 For As Little As $22,500!
A former Lufthansa Cargo DC-8 is on the auction block this week, with an opening of price of about $22,500. Could this be the “guest house” you’ve always dreamed of or perhaps a new restaurant to compete with the...