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Kyle Stewart

1478 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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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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Travel

Global Airlines Wants To Break Into London-New York Market

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 6, 2023August 6, 2023 10 Comments
global airlines

Global Airlines, a start-up with (now) four A380s wants to break into the London-New York air market. Here’s why and how they might and might not achieve that goal.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...

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Hawaii

Hawaii Tourism: Olivia Rodrigo Harassed For Visiting

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 6, 2023August 6, 2023 52 Comments
Olivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo, an actress, singer, and Instagram star was harassed online for taking a trip to Hawaii primarily by those who discourage tourism to the island. But is she really the problem? If you are considering booking travel or signing up...

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Travel

Oshkosh Tragedy: Multiple Fatal Crashes At Largest Air Show

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 30, 2023July 30, 2023 9 Comments
oshkosh air show accidents

A number of fatal air incidents have befallen the world’s largest air show, EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin this weekend.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you...

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Flying United The Next Two Days? I Have PlusPoints Expiring

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 30, 2023November 13, 2023 14 Comments
United Polaris window seat

Readers and friends, I have 220 PlusPoints good for United Airlines flights in the next two days. If you want your trip upgraded, let’s make it happen.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...

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Travel

Travel Plans Through The End Of The Year – A Big Finish!

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 30, 2023July 30, 2023 6 Comments
Fathers day 2023 - frankie stewart

The last five months of the year hold big things for myself and my family with a ton of trips booked and lots of firsts for both our son Frankie and the rest of us.  If you are considering...

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Passport

Advice For Faster US Passports Amid Absurdly Long Delays

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 23, 2023July 23, 2023 21 Comments
Second US Passport

US passports are experiencing absurdly long delays, but here are some tips to get yours back faster.  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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Travel

American, Delta, United Airlines Labor Will Want New Deals

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 23, 2023July 23, 2023 33 Comments
an airplane parked at an airport

On the heels of historic pilot contracts, one labor group at American Airlines is also looking for a me-too revision to its deal, others will follow. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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Travel

Aer Lingus In Talks For More Trans-Atlantic Service

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 23, 2023July 23, 2023 18 Comments
Aer Lingus A321neo

The Irish airline, Aer Lingus, is again in talks to expand its US footprint, this time at Pittsburgh International Airport.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you...

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American Airlines

Sweet Spot No More: Rocketmiles And American Airlines Split

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 16, 2023July 16, 2023 5 Comments
rocketmiles AA hotels

Rocketmiles was a sweet spot for those looking to quickly accumulate American Airlines Loyalty Points and status; there’s been a change in their relationship. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...

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Frontier

Frontier’s Fleet Woes Could Be Southwest, United’s Problem

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 16, 2023July 16, 2023 8 Comments
a white airplane with green and blue text flying in the sky

Frontier Airlines’ ongoing dispute with a lessor of 11% of its fleet could quickly become problematic for Southwest and United and their passengers. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...

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Cruise

Explora Journeys Is A Cruise Line For Non-Cruisers

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 16, 2023July 16, 2023 8 Comments
Explora Journeys penthouse

Explora Journeys is preparing its inaugural voyage and they don’t want to be called a cruise line – this is the ship for people who don’t like to cruise.   If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...

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Travel

Terrifying: Charlotte’s Carowinds’ Fury Coaster Catastrophe

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 9, 2023July 9, 2023 13 Comments
carowinds fury crack

A Charlotte theme park, Carowinds experienced a near-miss catastrophe as a large crack in a support beam separated from the track.  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

VacayDelay: Service Gives Lounge Passes For Delayed Flights

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 9, 2023November 13, 2023 12 Comments
Extime lounge Paris CDG dining room

HelloVacay, a new travel company has launched an innovative product that offers lounge access during delays for $29/year. For this article, I interviewed CEO, Ryan Beachum, about the product and the company.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up...

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Airline Status Seller BasisTravel Seemingly Shuts Down

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 9, 2023July 9, 2023 1 Comment
airline status basistravel united airlines

Two weeks ago I posted about an airline status seller, BasisTravel.com, and its dubious offering. It seems they have now shut down.  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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Boeing

Why One 777X Model Isn’t Selling Well

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 2, 2023July 2, 2023 10 Comments
777X 777-9

Sales of Boeing’s updated 777X line have been serviceable for the 777-9, but one model isn’t selling well at all and it’s prompting a rethink about the airframe.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...

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Travel Warning Issued As Paris Protests Set City Ablaze

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 2, 2023July 2, 2023 24 Comments
paris protests

For nearly a week, Paris protests have embroiled the city. During the busy summer tourist season, some countries have issued a travel warning.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...

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Travel

Anniversary Of A Hoax: Pan Am Flight 914

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 2, 2023July 2, 2023 5 Comments
Pan Am flight 914 - https:::commons.wikimedia.org:wiki:File:Pan_Am_DC4_Cipper

On today, July 2nd, 1955, with 57 passengers on board, Pan Am World Airways Flight 914 left New York and the plane disappeared for 37 years. Or did it? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...

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