To those who blanketly pan “European socialism” I wonder how you feel about Lufthansa paying back its government bailout in full and now the German government completing a sale of its stake in the airline for a profit of...
Photo Essay: Dubrovnik, Croatia (And Why I Won’t Go Back In Summer)
I spent a few days in Dubrovnik last month and had a wonderful time. That said, I doubt I will return during the busy summer months on future trips. Dubrovnik, Croatia Photo Essay Dubrovnik is a stunning city. It’s...
Chaos Returns To Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
If your travel is originating at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) over the next couple of days, arrive early and be prepared to be patient, as the chaos has returned. The airport is experiencing a meltdown with security staffing similar...
United Airlines Prepares For Premium 737 MAX 10 To Replace Aging 757-200
The first United Airlines 737 MAX 10 has been spotted in Seattle, though delivery is still about a year away and could be complicated by regulatory challenges. Still, United intends a premium sub fleet of this aircraft with lie-flat...
First Class Damsels Face Prison Time For Unruly Behavior On American Airlines Flight
A pair of women who assaulted both passengers and crewmembers onboard an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Los Angeles in first class now face prison time for their poor choice of behavior. Women Face Sentencing For Unruly Behavior...
Wait, Some Airports Still Charge For Wi-Fi?
I genuinely wasn’t aware there were any airports left, even in the developing world, that do not offer free wi-fi, but that was my experience at Dubrovnik Airport. What a great way to fleece customers. Some Airports Still Do...
Review: Business Lounge Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
The Dubrovnik Airport Business Lounge (DBV) is far more comfortable than the gate area to wait for your flight, but that’s really not saying much… Business Lounge Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) Review Once you proceed through security, walk down the main...
New Orleans Mayor Flies First Class, Claiming Economy Class Is Unsafe For Black Women
In an amazing display of audacity and arrogance, the Mayor of New Orleans, LaToya Cantrell, has justified her first class travel on the basis that economy class is unsafe for black women. Appalling: How The Mayor Of New Orleans...
Manspreading On An Airplane Is Grossly Unacceptable
Keep your feet to yourself on an airplane. There is no instance when “manspreading” is allowed except when the seat next to you is open. Manspreading On An Airplane – Not Okay A user posted the following picture on...
Review: Hotel Villa Dubrovnik
After two nights at the Hotel Excelsior, I moved on to Villa Dubrovnik, a beautiful boutique hotel that really shines if you are looking for a more intimate guest experience. Villa Dubrovnik Review What I loved about this hotel is...
Venice Latest To Add Tourism Tax, Won’t Stop Over Tourism
Venice, Italy has added a tourism tax, joining heavily visited cities around the world, but it won’t stop over tourism. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you...
Traveler Cheat Code: Appointment Scanner For Global Entry
I highlighted the 18-month potential delays for new Global Entry applications, and ways to beat it last week. But since using the Appointment Scanner service, there’s nothing I’d more emphatically recommend. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
Nurse On Pittsburgh-Orlando Spirit Flight Saves Infant Life
A nurse onboard a Spirit Airlines flight from Pittsburgh to Orlando saved the life on an infant passenger who had stopped breathing. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
Passenger Praised For Refusing To Change Seats On 10-Hour Flight So Family Could Sit Together
A passenger has been praised for refusing to give up his seat on a 10-hour flight so that a family could sit together. In this case, I’m totally on the side of the passenger. Passenger Praised (And I Praise...
Repulsive Passengers Should Clean Up After Themselves On Airplanes
I find myself in the strange position of defending European budget carrier Ryanair, for it seems like it is being unfairly blamed for a mess onboard it did not create. Dear Repulsive Passenger, Don’t Make A Mess Onboard Airplane...
Great Coffee In Old Town Dubrovnik
I found a coffee gem in Old Town of Dubrovnik, Croatia that is worth a stop if you find yourself inside the walled city. Best Coffee In Dubrovnik My hotel, the Excelsior, had very good coffee, but I felt...
United Airlines Flight Diverts Over A Nut That Wasn’t A Human….
From time to time we hear stories about people with severe nut allergies suffering strong reactions on airplanes. In one recent case, a United Airlines flight bound for Singapore diverted after a passenger incident onboard. Sometimes diversions are not...
Review: Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik (Hyatt SLH)
Hotel Excelsior in Dubrovnik is a historic property located within walking distance of Old Town, offering fairly unremarkable base-level rooms, but attractive common areas and amenities. As part of the Hyatt – Small Luxury Hotel Of The World partnership,...
How A British Airways Captain Announced The Death Of Queen Elizabeth II In-Flight
As the world mourns the loss of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch in the history of the UK, I want to turn to a video from a British Airways flight that so poignantly captures how the nation...
Queen Elizabeth II Dead – Royal Family Arrives By Jet Too Late To Say Goodbye
A jet carrying members of the royal family landed in Scotland as loved ones gathered around the bed of Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral Castle to pay their respects. The royal family has just announced the Queen is dead....
