One of the nice things about flying United Airlines in longhaul business class is Polaris Lounge access on arrival, even at your final destination. I enjoyed a Polaris Lounge “nightcap” at LAX after a long day of travel. LAX...
Harvest Grain Bowl In United Airlines First Class

The “harvest grain bowl” on United Airlines is a solid choice if you’re looking for a light or vegetarian meal onboard in first class. Harvest Grain Bowl On United Airlines My last leg of the trip was from Denver...
International Flight Attendant Day – Thank You

It’s International Flight Attendant Day and I want to take a moment to thank the many flight attendants I have encountered over the last year for their kindness and professionalism. From labor contracts to onboard shenanigans, we discuss flight...
Cathay Pacific Flight Attendants Fired For Mocking Mainland Passenger

A trio of Cathay Pacific flight attendants were promptly fired after a recording went viral of them appearing to make fun of a Mandarin passenger for his poor English. Is the punishment proportionate to the crime? Cathay Pacific Flight...
Why Is Air New Zealand Weighing Passengers?

Step onto an Air New Zealand flight in Auckland over the next couple weeks and there is a good chance you will be asked to step onto a scale. What is behind this effort to better ascertain passenger weight?...
United Airlines Threatened With Congressional Intervention For High Guam Fares

Guam’s delegate to Congress has threatened “Congressional intervention” over the high fares between the US mainland and Guam on United Airlines, particularly in light of Typhoon Mawar. Guam Delegate Threatens “Congressional Intervention” Over High Fares On United Airlines James...
Passengers Fight After Morning Screwdrivers On My United Flight

I got a kick out of the couple sitting in front of me on my Los Angeles to Denver flight, who over the course of the flight seemed to go from lovebirds to enemies. Was it the screwdrivers they...
Shakshuka In United Airlines First Class

I tried out the “egg shakshuka” in United Airlines first class on my recent flight to Denver and found it to be quite acceptable. The blueberries were a different story. Shakshuka On United Airlines – Ye Or Ney? United...
United Airlines Cancels Boston – London Route

United Airlines will suspend its service between Boston and London at the conclusion of the summer schedule, a rare international route between two non-hubs that simply proved unviable in a highly-competitive landscape. United Airlines Will Suspend Boston – London...
America The Beautiful

The United States of America is an imperfect experiment, but a beautiful one. Let’s not lose sight of that, especially today. America The Beautiful – My 2023 Memorial Day Reflection On Saturday, I gathered at a friend’s house for...
United Airlines CEO Says USA Is The “Greatest Country In The History Of The Planet”

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby, a graduate of the United Sates Air Force Academy, offered his reflections on the 2023 Memorial Day holiday in a video message and note to employees. United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby Offers 2023 Memorial...
Review: United Club Fly Lounge Denver (DEN)

I’ve written before about the innovative United Club Fly Lounge at Denver International Airport (DEN), but never actually written a review…until now. I love this lounge concept as a complement to the full-service lounges and would love to see...
Review: United Airlines Pop-Up Club Denver (DEN)

As United Airlines updates its B East followed by its B West United Club lounges at Denver International Airport, United has opened a temporary “pop-up” lounge in DEN near Gate B59. United Pop-Up Club Lounge Denver (DEN) Review I...
The Points Guy Calls TSA Relatively Unskilled, Is He Wrong?

In an interview this week with CNBC, Brian Kelly “The Points Guy” called TSA workers “relatively unskilled.” He was dragged by pundits but was he wrong? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: Hyatt Regency Orlando – Excellent Elite Recognition

One of the largest properties in Orlando and in the entire Hyatt system is the Hyatt Regency Orlando. This sprawling property is well-located, has excellent entertainment options, and treats World of Hyatt elites very well. If you are considering...
Why You Should Visit 30A (Florida’s Best Beaches)

The northwest Florida coast offers some of the best beaches in Florida (and the country.) Here’s why you should visit “30A” and its white sand coast. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: Mercantile DEN (Priority Pass Restaurant)

I enjoyed a surprisingly delicious dinner and coffee at Mercantile Dining And Provision in Denver International Airport (DEN), a Priority Pass restaurant. Mercantile Restaurant Review – Denver (DEN) My flight home to LA was delayed and that left me the...
Review: SweetWater Mountain Taphouse DEN (Priority Pass Restaurant)

I enjoyed a delicious slab of pork ribs at SweetWater Mountain Taphouse in Denver (DEN), one of my favorite Priority Pass restaurants. SweetWater Mountain Taphouse Review – Denver (DEN) While American Express and Capital One cardholders can no longer...
Who Is That Passenger Giggling Like A Child In Seat 7L? Me…

If you were on United Airlines flight 1139 and you heard this guy in seat 7L giggling uncontrollably, I must apologize: it was me. You’ll have to blame Jon Hamm. Giggling Like Crazy In United Airlines Business Class Thanks...
Airbnb Saves The Day After Foxy Influencer “Scammed” In Italy

After a TikTok star with millions of followers was purportedly scammed out of a seaside villa in Positano, Italy, Airbnb came rushing to the rescue. If I was writing this script, it could not have worked out better….for Airbnb’s marketing...