Avianca has announced tie-ups with a couple of airlines in a landmark deal in recent weeks and is quickly setting the pace for growth and change in Latin America. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
The Problem with Vacasa (Vacation Rentals)
Vacasa is another vacation rental business but they have a unique model that causes unique problems. 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...
Hotel Review: Hyatt Place Dubai Wasl District
During a trip through Dubai, an extensive layover gave me a chance to try the Hyatt Place Dubai Wasl District and like other Hyatt properties in Dubai, wow did it impress! If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
JetBlue Putting Emphasis On “Hostile” Takeover Bid
JetBlue was aggressive again in its quest to acquire Spirit and block its creation of a ULCC mega-carrier with Frontier. However, the carrier is now taking shots in this hostile takeover that is souring its image. If you are...
Elon Musk Sexual Assault Accuser Is Flight Attendant
Elon Musk, one of the world’s richest men, allegedly sexually assaulted a flight attendant aboard his private jet. 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...
First Impression: Austrian Airlines 767-300 Vienna-Washington DC Business Class
For my first experience with Austrian Airlines, I was able to try its business class product from Vienna to Washington DC (Dulles). Here is my first impression. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
Spirit Has A Pair Of Suitors, Why Is Allegiant Dancing Alone?
Spirit Airlines has an upcoming stockholder vote to decide whether to merge with Frontier or take a competing buy-out deal from JetBlue. But why isn’t Allegiant the belle of the ball? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
First Impressions: KLM 787-10 Business Class Amsterdam – Dubai (KL427)
As part of a flight deal and a recent trip to Dubai on KLM, I tried the carrier’s 787-10 business class cabin frim Amsterdam and my experience was significantly better than from Houston to Amsterdam. If you are considering...
Lounge Review: KLM Crown Lounge Houston (Priority Pass)
I had a chance to visit the KLM lounge in Houston, Texas (Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport – IAH), and here’s why you should give it a pass. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
First Impressions: FlyDubai – Dubai to Yerevan (FZ717) Economy Class
I had a chance to try FlyDubai on a recent trip to Yerevan, Armenia. Here was my experience in economy class. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
AirDropping Pornography On Planes Could Become A Big Issue
Using Apple’s AirDrop feature to send unsolicited images is not a new travel phenomenon but there’s one reason why this is becoming more common, and it could be really problematic for a variety of players involved. If you are...
Review: Hyatt Place Dubai Al Rigga (Suite/Apartment)
During an extended overnight transfer in Dubai, I opted to stay at the Hyatt Place Dubai Al Rigga and was utterly shocked at the upgrade I received. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
Walking On Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
Every year on April 24th, Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day culminates at the Genocide Museum overlooking the city. I was in Yerevan this year and was able to take the long walk to pay my respects. If you are considering...
First Impression: KLM Houston-Amsterdam (KL662) Business Class
Taking advantage of a fare sale from Houston to Amsterdam to Dubai in business class, I got to try KLM’s premium product across the Atlantic. Here is my first impression of the service. If you are considering booking travel or signing...
The Burj Khalifa Can Wait
On a very long layover in Dubai – my first visit to the city and the UAE – I gave a pass to the tallest skyscraper in the world. I gave a pass on pretty much everything, but why? ...
Nearly Free Status With American Airlines Loyalty Points
I had written off American Airlines’ new Loyalty Points, and frankly, the airline until I found this way to cheaply and quickly earn status and points. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Disney, Florida Continue Tussle of Unintended Consequences
Florida’s controversial sexual education bill and Disney’s pledge to fight it have led to a series of unintended consequences for both parties. Where does the story turn next? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...
Review: Hyatt House Charlotte/Center City
I’ve visited Charlotte, North Carolina many times but this is my first visit to the Hyatt House and it was an exceptional experience. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...
Citi to LifeMiles 25% Transfer Bonus Still Available
There’s still time to transfer Citi Thank You Points to LifeMiles with a 25% bonus until the end of the month and some opportunities to travel for less. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...
Ordinary Russians Flee Sanctions In Neighbor Countries, Push Up Costs
Traveling to Russian-friendly or Russian-agnostic countries is likely much more expensive than before as ordinary Russians flee sactions and escape where they can. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...
