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Kyle Stewart

1475 Articles

Pittsburgh, PA
Kyle is a freelance travel writer with contributions to Time, the Washington Post, MSNBC, Yahoo!, Reuters, Huffington Post, Travel Codex, PenAndPassports, Live And Lets Fly and many other media outlets. He is also co-founder of Scottandthomas.com, a travel agency that delivers "Travel Personalized." He focuses on using miles and points to provide a premium experience for his wife, daughter, and son. Email: sherpa@thetripsherpa.comEmail: sherpa@thetripsherpa.com
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SIM Swapped: What Is It, And What I Did About It

Kyle Stewart Posted onSeptember 24, 2023September 24, 2023 15 Comments
SIM swap

While traveling in the Bahamas this week, I was the victim of sim swapping. What is it and what did I do about it? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...

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American Airlines-Hyatt Status Challenge Perfectly Timed

Kyle Stewart Posted onSeptember 17, 2023September 17, 2023 6 Comments
an airplane on the runway

In either a strategic masterstroke or an incredible coincidence, American Airlines and Hyatt Hotels reciprocal status challenge is perfectly timed, and even better for me personally.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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Delta Air Lines

Delta SkyMiles Changes: Crazy Like A Fox Or Just Plain Crazy

Kyle Stewart Posted onSeptember 17, 2023September 17, 2023 32 Comments
Delta Contaminated Meals

More ink has been spilled over the major Delta SkyMiles devaluation this week and just how crazy it is. Perhaps it’s not crazy at all.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...

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Space

Space Tourism: Behind The Scenes At Kennedy Space Center

Kyle Stewart Posted onSeptember 17, 2023September 17, 2023 5 Comments
space perspective space tourism balloon assembly 700 foot table

Space tourism is heading toward a watershed moment. To see a new type of space tourism, I joined Space Perspective for a private event at Kennedy Space Center – and we had the place all to ourselves. If you...

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Southwest Airlines

Anecdotal: Some Southwest Flight Attendants Ready To Strike

Kyle Stewart Posted onSeptember 10, 2023September 10, 2023 9 Comments
a red and blue airplane in the sky

During a flight this week, I spoke with some flight attendants about their happiness with the carrier – some are ready to strike like their industry peers.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...

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Southwest Airlines

My Southwest Airlines Flight Was Diverted, Here’s What Happened

Kyle Stewart Posted onSeptember 10, 2023September 10, 2023 14 Comments
Southwest airlines diversion

I flew Southwest Airlines and my flight was diverted due to a mechanical issue. Here’s what happened and how the airline handled it.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...

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JetBlue

Will JetBlue-Spirit Close Their Deal To Join Forces?

Kyle Stewart Posted onSeptember 10, 2023September 10, 2023 7 Comments
jetblue spirit merger

JetBlue-Spirit aims to close their deal but as it drags on and without a deal with the Department of Justice, the question as to whether it will happen at all arises. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...

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Passport

Expedited Passport In Less Than 4 Weeks Using This Method

Kyle Stewart Posted onSeptember 3, 2023September 3, 2023 13 Comments
a passport in the back pocket of a person's jeans

A few weeks ago we applied for my son’s first passport on short notice prior to a trip. Lo and behold it returned less than four weeks later. Here’s how we processed the application.  If you are considering booking...

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American Airlines Flight Attendants Really Aren’t Happy

Kyle Stewart Posted onSeptember 3, 2023September 3, 2023 22 Comments
a group of people in uniform

American Airlines flight attendants overwhelmingly made their feelings clear, they aren’t happy and they are willing to strike. What does this mean for flights? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...

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Hotel Reviews

Review: Home2 Suites (Orlando) Near Universal

Kyle Stewart Posted onSeptember 3, 2023September 3, 2023 3 Comments
home2 suites orlando suite bedroom

As we continue to try out more hotels in the Orlando area, we came across Home2 Suites by Hilton Orlando Near Universal. Here’s how our stay went.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...

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Pilots

Report Alleges Up To 5,000 Pilots Unfit For Duty Fraudsters

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 27, 2023August 28, 2023 12 Comments
United Airlines Pilots Customer Experience

A damning report out today alleges that up to 5,000 pilots are either unfit for duty, defrauding the US government, liars, or all three.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...

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Hotel Reviews

Review: Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets (Hyatt Inclusive)

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 27, 2023November 13, 2023 16 Comments
impression isla mujeres by secrets

Hyatt has added more than 100 all-inclusive hotels in the last two years, but the greatest so far might just be Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets. This is not the typical Cancun all-inclusive. If you are considering booking travel or signing...

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Observation: Cancún Is Kind Of A Nightmare Right Now

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 27, 2023August 27, 2023 55 Comments
cancun travel nightmare

After spending as little time as possible in Cancún I have to admit that it’s kind of a nightmare right now, from prices to crowds, to traffic.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...

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Space

Interview: Space Perspective CEO, Jane Poynter

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 20, 2023August 20, 2023 4 Comments
Jane Poynter CEO Space Perspective

As space tourism becomes a reality, Founder and Co-CEO Jane Poynter took the time to answer my questions about how Space Perspective is reshaping humanity’s place in the stars. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...

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American Airlines’ Loyalty Points Miss A Few Opportunities

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 20, 2023August 18, 2023 3 Comments
aa loyalty points

American Airlines rolled out Loyalty Points and changed the way flyers earn points and status with the program. But there are a couple of missed opportunities, one glaring. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...

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Why I Am Trading American Express Platinum Credit Cards

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 20, 2023August 20, 2023 16 Comments
a woman holding her head and a credit card

American Express has added some changes to the personal version of its famed Platinum card, so while I am enthusiastically and bitterly dropping the version, I am still excited about the Business version I added last week. Here’s why. ...

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Travel Technology

Flip Hotel Rooms? New Service, Hoken, Enables Room Selling

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 13, 2023August 13, 2023 6 Comments
Hoken wisconsin football list

A new service makes it possible for consumers to “flip” hotel rooms. Wait, what? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or...

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Travel

Avianca LifeMiles Wins USA Today Reader’s Choice Best Program

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 13, 2023August 13, 2023 9 Comments
lifemiles

USA Today polled its readers for their choice of the best frequent flyer program, Avianca LifeMiles came out on top among other surprises on the list.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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Travel

Getting Refunds for Significantly Delayed, Cancelled Flights

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 13, 2023August 13, 2023 Leave a Comment
trip in vain

Air travel can be unpredictable, and having a flight delayed or cancelled is a common issue that travelers face. We delve into the matter of seeking refunds for significantly delayed or cancelled flights, with a special focus on the...

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Hotel Reviews

Review: The Graduate Hotel Iowa City

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 6, 2023August 6, 2023 8 Comments
the graduate iowa city reception desk

We had a chance to try The Graduate Hotel in Iowa City, Iowa and it was a welcome homecoming right on campus.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....

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