I highlighted the 18-month potential delays for new Global Entry applications, and ways to beat it last week. But since using the Appointment Scanner service, there’s nothing I’d more emphatically recommend. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
Nurse On Pittsburgh-Orlando Spirit Flight Saves Infant Life

A nurse onboard a Spirit Airlines flight from Pittsburgh to Orlando saved the life on an infant passenger who had stopped breathing. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
Imperium Jets Is About To Change Private Flight Bookings

A new booking service is about to change how we book private jets, and how owners sell seats. 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...
18-Month Global Entry Delays, How To Beat It

The Department of Homeland Security’s popular Global Entry program, part of the Trusted Traveler Program, is experiencing significant delays – here’s how to beat it. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
Stolen Plane In Mississippi, Reminiscent of Horizon Crash

A ground services employee in Tupelo, MS stole a plane and made a terroristic threat. Unlike a similar situation with a Horizon Air crash in 2018, this incident ended safely. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
Review: Extime Lounge Paris Charles DeGaulle International – 2BD

During a trip to Paris, I tried the new Extime Lounge at Paris Charles DeGaulle International Airport in Terminal 2B/2D. It was as middle of the road as a lounge gets. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
Are Loyalty Program Elite Numbers Down?

Some programs have offered status extensions, challenges, and double elite credit – are loyalty programs still struggling to get elite travelers back? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
What Can Be Done About Smoking Pot In Hotel Rooms?

After a recent stay in a hotel absolutely reeking of marijuana, what can be done about this problem? 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...
Visiting Les Deux Magots, Hemingway’s Favorite Paris Cafe

Visiting Les Deux Magots, one of Hemingway’s favorite Parisian historical cafes led to this reflection. 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: United Polaris 777-200 Washington – Paris

I was able to try United’s Polaris business class service from Washington Dulles to Paris (777-200) and had a mixed experience. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
Review: United Polaris Lounge Restaurant – Washington Dulles

United’s Polaris Lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport is newly opened and impressive, but it’s their restaurant “IAD” that helps truly distinguish United’s business class product from the competition. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
What Do You Need To Know About A Trip To Disney World?

A client for our Travel Agency recently asked some questions about a trip to Disney World that touched on a number of topics that are worth answering here. Here are some of the things you need to know about...
Review: Hyatt House Sterling Dulles Airport-North

On a recent trip departing Washington Dulles (IAD), I had a chance to stay at the Hyatt House Sterling/Dulles Airport-North and this was my experience. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
Planning A Nightmare Trip To Armenia

Flying right now is a nightmare for casual travelers and experienced road warriors alike. Here’s the harrowing journey I planned for a trip to Armenia. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
Reversal: Spirit Should Buy JetBlue Instead

JetBlue reported a dismal second quarter of 2022 despite taking in the highest revenue in the airline’s history. Spirit Airlines had a greater market cap, will report a smaller loss (or gain) and better operation. Shouldn’t it be Spirit...
US Considers Air Passenger Delay, Cancellation Rules

This week, the US Department of Transportation announced that it was considering air passenger rule changes that offer protections in the case of delays and cancellations. Here’s why that might not work the way we hope. If you are...
IHG Finds Creative New Ways To Disappoint Customers

IHG (Intercontinental Hotels Group) is finding new, creative ways to disappoint customers and no one should be surprised. 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...
JetBlue-Spirit Airlines Acquisition Approved, What Now?

The Frontier Airlines-Spirit Airlines merger has been withdrawn and JetBlue Airways’ acquisition offer has been accepted. Ok, but what happens now? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
Hotel Review: Hyatt House Tampa Airport Westshore

The Hyatt House Tampa Airport Westshore is a conveniently-located, spacious hotel option perfect for families. 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...
Is American Airlines Loyalty Points Program Too Generous?

American Airlines Loyalty Points program replaced Advantage earlier this year. Some data points have demonstrated its generosity, but is it too generous to stay as it is? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...