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...
Unreliability Means Booking Two Tickets For Same Trip
Following a weekend of delays and cancellations, I simply do not trust any carrier to get me where I am going – so now I am booking two tickets for the same trip. If you are considering booking travel or signing up...
Review: DoubleTree By Hilton Newark Airport
This was a last-second hotel stay as the last flight out of the night was canceled. I wasn’t able to utilize all services, but here is a quick look into the property with pertinent details. If you are considering...
Why I Don’t Like The Frontier-Spirit Merger
In a post earlier today, I laid out the factual reasons why the JetBlue acquisition is better than the Frontier-Spirit merger. Here are a few reasons off the cuff. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
Why JetBlue’s Spirit Acquisition Makes Sense
Pundits, consumers, and anyone that’s ever flown seems to have an opinion on why JetBlue’s unsolicited bid to acquire Spirit is a bad idea. They’re all wrong and here’s why. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
Boston Garage Turned “Crash Pad” Condemned
A garage near Boston Logan has been condemned due to unsafe conditions but according to the owner it totally wasn’t a 20-person “crash pad.” If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
Nefarious: Uber Drivers Cancelling With New Tactic
On a recent trip to Manhattan by way of Newark, I encountered a new cancellation scheme some Uber drivers are employing to preserve their rating at the disparagement of their riders. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
Domestic Meltdown: Carriers Struggle Boiling Over
Beginning as early as Thursday, domestic flights on carriers across the country began to struggle with a variety of factors, but that meltdown has continued and has not improved. Here’s what’s happening. If you are considering booking travel or signing up...
Review: Hyatt Grand Central Terminal, New York
It’s been nearly a decade since I was last at the Hyatt Grand Central Terminal, New York City and I was happy to return to see how the hotel has changed over the years. If you are considering booking...
