As it approaches its 20th anniversary, the Park Hyatt Seoul is aging gracefully and I enjoyed my one-night stay here…my first time back in 13 years. So much has changed over that time, but this hotel has not changed...
United Airlines Implores Flight Attendants To Recognize 1K Members
United Airlines is once again reminding flight attendants to recognize 1K and Global Services members onboard. In a memo distributed to flight attendants this week, United notes the difference in passenger satisfaction when their status is recognized versus when...
Doctors Advise Against “Rawdogging” On Flights
I recently wrote about the new trend of “rawdogging” on flights. However, numerous doctors have come forward to advise against the practice. What could be wrong with sitting in solitude? Plenty, as it turns out… Doctors: Rawdogging On Flights...
Uh-Oh: All Roads May Lead To Rome, But Not United Flight 507…
I do feel bad for the United Airlines passengers trying to get from San Francisco to Rome this week. For the second day in a row, United 507 has encountered trouble forcing a diversion. The latest delay is even...
Insanity: Resort Guests Reserve Pool Chairs At 1:00 AM
From a dimension of travel I simply do not understand comes the concept of reserving pool chairs and the insanity of lining up like a Black Friday Walmart sale to reserve them at the crack of dawn or in...
When The Gate Agent Wishes You A Great Flight And You Say, “You Too…”
I find the United Airlines’ social media team pretty adept and I love a new video out today that humorously reminds us not to say “you too” when the gate agent wishes us a great flight. Most of us...
United Airlines CEO Analyzes The Airline Industry…And Names Names
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has analyzed industry-wide earnings numbers in a video message to employees, arguing that the future of United Airlines is bright, even if a recession hits and the broader airline industry falters. Unlike in more...
United Airlines Sends 737 MAX 9 To Rescue Passengers On Diverted 777-200
A United Airlines 777-200 en route to Rome diverted to Sacramento, California after a mechanical issue. But rather than spend a spare 777-200 from nearby San Francisco to rescue passengers onboard, United sent a 737 MAX 9 instead. After...
Man Sneaks Onto Two Lufthansa Flights In Munich Without Ticket, Then Gets Greedy
A Norweigan man successfully snuck through security and onboard two Lufthansa flights in Munich even though he had no ticket. Then he got greedy… After Sneaking Onto Lufthansa Flight Without Ticket, Man Gets Greedy…And Gets Caught As shared by...
Tom Cruise Jets From Paris To Los Angeles With Olympic Flag
The Closing Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games included both a travel and aviation angle as the Olympic flag was passed from Paris to Los Angeles, which will host the 2028 games, by Hollywood actor Tom Cruise....
American Airlines SVP Of Premium Inflight Service: “It Really Doesn’t Matter What You Serve”
Brady Byrnes, the Senior Vice President of Inflight and Premium Guest Services at American Airlines, may be in charge of catering and premium cabins at AA, but he believes “it really doesn’t matter what you serve” onboard. That view...
When Your Domestic Flight Lands In A Foreign Nation
Passengers on a domestic US American Airlines flight encountered an unexpected complication when poor weather forced a landing in a foreign nation. American Airlines Domestic Flight Lands In Foreign Nation On Saturday, August 3, 2024, American Airlines 2421 from...
Great Coffee In Seoul, South Korea
Seoul, South Korea is full of coffee shops. The problem was not finding one but choosing which one to try! Best Coffee In Seoul, South Korea On my first full day, I did not go out for coffee because...
My Naked Jjimjilbang Experience in South Korea
While I did not quite encounter a fully authentic Korean spa, I did get a taste of the Jjimjilbang experience while staying at the Grand Hyatt Seoul…an interesting cultural episode. A Luxury Jjimjilbang Experience At Grand Hyatt Seoul It...
Here’s What A REAL Service Dog Looks Like On An Airplane…
I routinely mock fake service dogs on this blog and hold their owners in contempt. Those who selfishly slap a “service animal” vest on their poorly-trained dog place in jeopardy the ability of those who truly need service animals...
TSA Warns Liquid Restrictions Will Remain In Effect Until 2040
If you were hoping the next generation of airport security scanners would spell the end of onerous liquid restrictions, think again. The TSA has warned that its “3-1-1” liquid restrictions will likely remain in effect until 2040 as technology...
Review: Grand Hyatt Seoul
I spent my first night in Seoul, South Korea at the Grand Hyatt, a very nice property at the base of Seoul’s Mount Namsan. Grand Hyatt Seoul Review I booked the hotel for $180/night, which made more sense to...
The Rise, Fall, Drama Behind Away Luggage – And What’s Next
An innovative darling of the design-focused direct-to-consumer business was Away. But now, it’s lost its way and is rumored to be up for sale. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
Pilot Analyzes VoePass ATR-72 Crash In Brazil
The VoePass ATR-72 crash in Brazil was terrifying to watch. Our own resident commercial pilot, 121Pilot, has an analysis of what might have led to a plane falling out of the sky. Shocking Imagery If you’re reading this, you’re...
Why Airlines Are Leaving China – What Does It Mean?
A number of western carriers are reducing or ending service to China. Why is this happening now and what does it mean for the future? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...
