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Kyle Stewart

1417 Articles

Pittsburgh, PA
Kyle is a freelance travel writer with contributions to Time, the Washington Post, MSNBC, Yahoo!, Reuters, Huffington Post, MapHappy, 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 and daughter. Email: sherpa@thetripsherpa.com
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Hyatt

Hyatt Acquisition Provides Hints About All-Inclusive Future

Kyle Stewart Posted onMarch 19, 2023March 19, 2023 12 Comments
hyatt all-inclusive hyatt zilara rose hall

Hyatt added another couple of hotels to its (All) Inclusive group this week and it may provide some hints about the future of the business segment for the chain.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...

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Private Jet

Private Jet Data May Point To Regional Bank Survival Plan

Kyle Stewart Posted onMarch 19, 2023March 19, 2023 5 Comments
a white airplane with a door open

A Twitter user reported an unusually high number of private jets converging on one place, Omaha, Nebraska. Here’s why that might point to a regional bank survival plan.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...

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Hotel Reviews

Review: Gild Hotel, A Thompson Hotel (New York City)

Kyle Stewart Posted onMarch 19, 2023November 13, 2023 7 Comments
gild hall thompson suite bedroom

Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel (Hyatt) near Wall Street in New York City is a great Hyatt Privé option in lower Manhattan.  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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Hyatt

Observations From Attending An Invite-Only Hyatt Privé Event

Kyle Stewart Posted onMarch 12, 2023March 12, 2023 12 Comments
hyatt prive event resorts room

I was invited to a private Hyatt Privé event this week in New York City and here are my observations about the program, and the properties that participate.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...

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JetBlueLaw In TravelSpirit

Irrefutable Proof The JetBlue-Spirit Merger Hurts Consumers

Kyle Stewart Posted onMarch 12, 2023March 12, 2023 11 Comments
a jet plane flying in the sky

Last week, I remarked that the Department of Justice hadn’t filed a lawsuit to block JetBlue’s acquisition of Spirit Airlines. They’ve since filed and here’s the data they need to shut the merger down. If you are considering booking...

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LuggageReviews

Review: Sterling Pacific (Best?) Aluminum Carry-On Luggage

Kyle Stewart Posted onMarch 12, 2023March 12, 2023 23 Comments
best carry on luggage sterling pacific overhead bin

I tried out Sterling Pacific’s carry on luggage and loved it. Here’s why I think it might be the best carry on luggage on the market.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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CitiVirgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic Transfer Bonus Makes 77k Points Worth $3800

Kyle Stewart Posted onMarch 5, 2023March 5, 2023 9 Comments
vrigin voyages virgin red great deal

One of the best values for Virgin Atlantic’s 30% Transfer Bonus can make 77,000 points worth more than $3,800 but it’s not what you might think.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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Travel

JetBlue-Spirit Airlines Merger: DOJ Drags Feet On Suit

Kyle Stewart Posted onMarch 5, 2023March 4, 2023 12 Comments
a group of colorful airplanes

The Department of Justice let a deadline slip to sue and block the JetBlue-Spirit Airlines merger. Will the DOJ block the combination of the two airlines? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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Travel

Best Beaches In The World In 2023

Kyle Stewart Posted onMarch 5, 2023March 5, 2023 17 Comments
best beaches in the world Reynisfjara Beach Iceland

TripAdvisor released its reader’s choice Best Beaches in the World list for 2023 and there are a few in the United States. Here’s where to go.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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FloridaLaw In Travel

Don’t Say Blog: Florida Bill Presented Requiring Bloggers To Register

Kyle Stewart Posted onMarch 2, 2023March 3, 2023 60 Comments
florida blog bill

The state of Florida has introduced a bill to its legislature that would require bloggers to register with the state if they write about a state executive official. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...

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Cruise

Another Cruise Ship Leasing “Condos”, More Absurd Than Last

Kyle Stewart Posted onFebruary 26, 2023February 26, 2023 21 Comments
Victoria cruises majestic

In a growing trend, retired cruise ships are being turned into non-stop homes at sea for well-heeled travelers. The latest is even more absurd than the last.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...

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Editorial

Intolerable Inaction of Secretary Of Transportation Buttigieg

Kyle Stewart Posted onFebruary 26, 2023February 27, 2023 156 Comments
dot probes frequent flyer programs

Secretary of Transportation Buttigieg continues to disappoint, time and time again.  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 Instagram, add us...

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Travel

FluxJet: Canadian Hyperloop Project Lacks Realistic Outlook

Kyle Stewart Posted onFebruary 26, 2023February 26, 2023 7 Comments
fluxjet hyperloop

A new Canadian startup wants to build a Hyperloop-type project branded FluxJet but lacks a real plan. 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...

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JetBlue

JetBlue’s Two-Faced Approach To American Airlines

Kyle Stewart Posted onFebruary 19, 2023February 18, 2023 5 Comments
a jet plane parked at an airport

JetBlue appears to be talking out both sides of its mouth regarding American Airlines, happy to partner and challenge. What’s going on?  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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United Kingdom

Paperwork, Not Fee Will Negatively Impact British Tourism

Kyle Stewart Posted onFebruary 19, 2023February 17, 2023 13 Comments
British Airways Defends 747 Retirement

The United Kingdom announced a new entry scheme that will add a fee and paperwork to visitors, but it’s not the cost that will hurt British tourism.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...

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Spirit

Spirit Airlines To Become Second Largest From San Juan

Kyle Stewart Posted onFebruary 19, 2023February 19, 2023 6 Comments
a yellow airplane on a runway

Spirit Airlines announced an increase in flights and frequencies from San Juan, Puerto Rico, becoming the second-largest carrier in the US commonwealth. 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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American Airlines

Union Urges American Airlines Pilots: “Apply To Delta Now”

Kyle Stewart Posted onFebruary 12, 2023February 14, 2023 16 Comments
a man in uniform smiling

In a report from an airline labor group, American Airlines’ pilot union, APA, is urging members to “Apply to Delta now” as contract negotiations aren’t progressing. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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SafetyTravel Technology

Push For One-Pilot Commercial Aircraft Gains Steam

Kyle Stewart Posted onFebruary 12, 2023February 12, 2023 21 Comments
Cockpit Cofee Spill

The topic of single-pilot commercial aircraft has been around for some time, but it got a big push from an unlikely source recently.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...

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Reviews

Review: Michelin Star-Worthy Thai at Pusadee’s Garden (Pittsburgh)

Kyle Stewart Posted onFebruary 12, 2023February 12, 2023 7 Comments
Pusadees garden open kitchen

Pusadee’s Garden in Pittsburgh produces Michelin-star worth Thai cuisine and it’s absolutely worth a visit, if you can get a reservation.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...

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Travel

Brawl: Spirit Airlines Employees Drawn Into Gate Fight

Kyle Stewart Posted onFebruary 5, 2023February 5, 2023 15 Comments
Spirit brawl

An all-out brawl at a Spirit Airlines gate included employees from the airline all over bag fees.  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...

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