After meeting with more than 60 hoteliers over a three-day period at an invite-only event, the next big trend for luxury hotels doesn’t involve guests at all. Private members’ clubs have long been the domain of the elite, offering...
ANA Passenger Tried To “Murder All Onboard”, Diverts To Seattle
On May 24, 2025, All Nippon Airways Flight NH114, en route from Tokyo Haneda to Houston, experienced a midair emergency when a passenger attempted to open an emergency exit door. Approximately nine hours into the flight, the individual, reportedly...
Sneak Peek At The Thompson Miami Beach (Opens Fall 2025)
I was invited to a behind the scenes sneak peek at the glorious new Thompson Miami Beach, and it looks amazing – even under construction. Address: 1685 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139 Google Maps Link Under Construction In...
Spirit, Southwest, JetBlue: Time to Rethink Perceptions
In just the last nine months, three carriers with distinct identities, Spirit, Southwest, and JetBlue have significantly shifted but public perceptions might be harder to change. We cling to airline stereotypes like old luggage—worn out, busted at the zippers,...
What Hawaiian Airlines AMEX Exit Means For Alaska MileagePlan
As Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian merge their loyalty programs, a final date has been provided for American Express Membership Rewards to Hawaiian Airlines (and thus, Alaska Airlines.) The writing has been on the hangar wall for a while now:...
Global Airlines Defies Some Critics, Justifies Others
Most critics thought Global Airlines would never get off the ground, but this week it proved most of the critics wrong – but not all. In August 2023, I wrote about Global Airlines’ ambitious plan to break into the...
Crazy Chase Sapphire Reserve Changes Floated
Some radical changes were floated online for the Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card. They are drastic and flatly: crazy. Higher Fee, More Coupons In a report from Doctor of Credit, Chase is following the lead of American Express and...
A Deeper Dive Into Duffy’s Air Traffic Control Overhaul Plan
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has announced an ambitious plan to modernize the United States’ air traffic control (ATC) system, let’s take a closer look. Duffy aiming to address decades of underinvestment and technological stagnation. The initiative, prompted by recent...
Appreciation Of A Traveling Mother: My Wife
Throughout the year, the evidence of my wife’s dedication to our children is evident, especially when we travel. Always Sharing Her Seat When it comes to traveling as a family, especially with infants, it’s my wife that shares her...
Missing: Premium American Airlines Aadvantage Awards To Asia
Despite more partners to Asia, falling demand, and fewer business travelers, premium award space using American Airlines Aadvantage miles is mostly missing. So Many Partners, So Few Seats Within oneworld, American Airlines has partnerships with a number of Asian...
Mixed Financial Results Paint Murky Travel Picture In 2025
As airlines, hotel chains, and travel providers report earnings and adjust financial forecasts, 2025 is full of mixed results and conflicting signals. Financial Winners, Bright Points Focusing on the bright spots, the first quarter of 2025 produced some winners...
Boutique Hotels Are Eating Business Travel’s Lunch
Something’s happening on the hotel scene, and if you’ve blinked, you might have missed it. Boutique hotels, once niche and novelty, are now quietly becoming the go-to for business travelers—and that should have traditional business hotel brands very worried....
PSA: American Airlines Flyers, Check Your Elite Tracking
If you fly and qualify for American Airlines Advantage status, you should check the elite qualification tracking closely, you may be missing out. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us...
MSC Develops First Ever All-Luxury Island, Little Ocean Cay
MSC Cruises is doing something no other line is, it’s building its own luxury Caribbean island to accompany its incredible Ocean Cay Marine Reserve. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add...
Disney World Starting To See Demand Drop, Economic Pressure
Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida has started see a demand drop. Some of this could be economic pressure, but Universal may also contribute. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add...
Space Tourism Setback: Space Perspective Bubble Bursts
Space Tourism has faced a setback in the last few months, Space Perspective has closed its doors leaving investors, depositors, and creditors in the lurch. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram,...
‘Coolcations’ The Next Travel Trend Or Marketing Nonsense?
A reports suggests travelers avoiding hotter destinations in favor of cooler ones this summer, but is it all just hot air? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. The...
Standard Hotel Sunsets “Secret Agent” – Privé Move Imminent?
The Standard International was purchased by Hyatt and recently announced the discontinuation of its Secret Agent program, is a move to Privé imminent? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us...
Attending The Naming Ceremony For MSC World America
I was graciously invited to attend the naming ceremony for the launch of MSC World America, the company’s largest ship. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. MSC World...
Wrong: Foreign Visitors To US Must Check-In For 30-Day Stays
In an absurd and disappointing turn, foreign visitors to the United States must check-in for 30-day or longer stays or face a severe penalty. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add...
