Disney World Resort announced the closure of one of the most innovative hotels in the world, but did it need to? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
Dismantled JetBlue-American Airlines Northeast Alliance Complicates Spirit Purchase
A judge struck down the JetBlue-American Airlines Northeast Alliance (NEA) complicates JetBlue’s Spirit acquisition plans. 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...
Review: Hilton Grand Vacations Club SeaWorld Orlando
Staying at a timeshare property like Hilton Grand Vacations Club SeaWorld Orlando has some advantages for traveling families, but it wasn’t a great fit for my family. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
Celebrating Traveling Moms on Mother’s Day 2023
On Mother’s Day it’s only natural to reflect on the women in our lives that make traveling better for families like mine. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
Another Data Point Suggests Hyatt Ziva, Zilara Going Away
Hyatt Ziva and Hyatt Zilara may be going away according to a new data point. 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...
Despite Flaws, 32% Will Use ChatGPT To Plan Travel Anyway
According to a new report, 32% will use the AI model, ChatGPT, to plan travel despite inaccuracies and vaguery. 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...
Frontier’s GoWild Pass For Summer Even Less Valuable
Frontier Airlines offered its GoWild! all-you-can-fly pass earlier in the year. Now it’s available for half price but with adjusted expiration dates that make it even less valuable than before. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
American Airlines ConciergeKey Requires A Million Loyalty Points
Some former members of the coveted American Airlines Concierge Key ultra-elite status level were offer a new tiered challenge structure: Earn a total of one million Loyalty Points to regain Concierge Key status. If you are considering booking travel or signing...
Review: Nomad Lane’s Bento Bag – Perfect Weekend Bag
Nomad Lane’s Bento Bag is a perfect weekender that combines durability, quality, with practical elements allowing travelers to take work with them without the need for another piece of luggage. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
Hyatt Acquisition of Mr. And Mrs. Smith Platform Aligns Well
Hyatt announced the acquisition of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, a luxury booking platform for boutique hotels and it aligns well with the company’s strategy. Here’s why. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Huge Frequent Flyer Programs Struggle At Freddie Awards
The Freddie Awards signal the best of the best loyalty and frequent flyer programs. This year was full of surprises and point to a possible shift. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: Ghostburger In Washington DC
On a recent trip to Washington DC for the Freddie Awards, my family tried the Instagram-favorite Ghostburger and we were not disappointed. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
Earnings Reports Suggest Airline Pilot Salary Unsustainable
Delta and United have reported losses on the back of airline pilot salary increases and looking forward, they appear to be unsustainable. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
Good Credit Surcharge For Travel Reward Credit Cards?
Starting May 1st, 2023 those with good credit will pay a 1% fee on new mortgages while those with poor credit will receive a 1.75% discount – will this spread to credit cards too? If you are considering booking...
Southwest Airlines Technology Trouble Re-Emerges
Southwest Airlines had an historic meltdown at one of the busiest times of the year, the Christmas/New Year’s holiday. This week, all flights were grounded again due to a technology issue. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
Space Tourism Gets Closer With SpaceX Starship Launch Monday
SpaceX has received clearance to launch its Starship as soon as Monday. This brings space tourism ever closer. 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...
AI (ChatGPT) Travel Planning Tools Deficient, Erroneous
If you’re on social media, you’ve likely seen many of the uses for ChatGPT as a travel planning tool. To the naked eye, it looks great but it’s a façade that sets users up for failure. If you are...
Guessing JetBlue’s Next European Destination
JetBlue Airways announced a third European city served by the “low cost” carrier this week. What cities are the next top contenders for JetBlue’s expansion into Europe? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
Hyatt Should Consider Acquisition of Rosewood Hotels
Hyatt has been expanding over the last few years, but Rosewood Hotels & Resorts might be a nice boost to the top end of the chain. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
American Airlines Turns Loyalty Upside Down
American Airlines has eliminated its award chart and gone dynamic (sort of) removing any remaining veil surrounding its loyalty program and the airline’s ambitions. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
