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Kyle Stewart

1037 Articles

Pittsburgh, PA
Kyle is a freelance travel writer with contributions to Time, the Washington Post, MSNBC, Yahoo!, Reuters, Huffington Post, MapHappy, Live And Lets Fly and many other media outlets. He is also co-founder of Scottandthomas.com, a travel agency that delivers "Travel Personalized." He focuses on using miles and points to provide a premium experience for his wife and daughter. Email: sherpa@thetripsherpa.com
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IHG Finds Creative New Ways To Disappoint Customers

Kyle Stewart Posted onAugust 7, 2022August 7, 2022 12 Comments
Intercontinental IHG

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...

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JetBlue

JetBlue-Spirit Airlines Acquisition Approved, What Now?

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 31, 2022July 31, 2022 19 Comments
jetblue spirit airlines

The Frontier Airlines-Spirit Airlines merger has been withdrawn and JetBlue Airways’ acquisition offer has been accepted.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...

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Hotel Reviews

Hotel Review: Hyatt House Tampa Airport Westshore

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 31, 2022July 31, 2022 3 Comments
Hyatt House Tampa Airport Westshore dining

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...

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American Airlines

Is American Airlines Loyalty Points Program Too Generous?

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 31, 2022July 31, 2022 32 Comments
aa loyalty points

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...

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Spirit

Shocking: Spirit Shareholders Vote Down Merger, Clears Way For JetBlue

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 27, 2022 23 Comments
spirit airlines kansas city

In a surprising twist, Spirit Airlines shareholders vote down the proposed merger with Frontier, clearing a path for JetBlue’s tender offer and acquisition.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...

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American AirlinesTravel

Analyst: American Airlines Bankruptcy Increasingly Likely

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 24, 2022July 27, 2022 58 Comments
American Airlines stock

American Airlines has an increased likelihood of filing for bankruptcy due to market conditions and management decisions; One more risk for those who hold American Airlines stock.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...

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Travel

Saudi Arabia’s Ambitious Plan Rivals Egypt’s Pyramids

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 24, 2022July 24, 2022 14 Comments
The Line by NEOM

Confidential documents detail Saudi Arabia’s ambitious plans to build a modern marvel that will rival the pyramids of Giza, and the details do not disappoint. NEOM: The Line. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...

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Cruise News: Industry Rejoices, CDC Restrictions Lifted

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 24, 2022July 24, 2022 7 Comments
cruise news

The CDC removed the last remaining vestiges of its COIVD guidance for cruise lines departing and arriving at American ports, providing the cruise news the lines needed as the industry continues to struggle.  If you are considering booking travel or signing...

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Travel

American Airlines Combats Pilot Shortage By Reducing Passenger Ratio

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 17, 2022July 17, 2022 7 Comments
vtol jet

American Airlines, like other US carriers, has made an investment in VTOL (helicopter-like aircraft) but it means reducing the passenger ratio dramatically despite a grim pilot shortage outlook.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...

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Spirit

The Value of Spirit Airlines’ Free Spirit Points

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 17, 2022July 16, 2022 5 Comments
spirit airlines miami expansion

We evaluate a number of loyalty programs for the value of their points and the program. Here is what Spirit Airlines’ Free Spirit points are worth. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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TravelUSA

Summer Travel Woes Worst At These US Airports

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 17, 2022July 16, 2022 4 Comments
worst airports in us

In a summer of terrible travel experiences across the United States, some airports are struggling more than others. Here are the worst airports in the US.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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Frontier

Frontier Risks Losing Spirit Deal Forever

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 10, 2022July 10, 2022 9 Comments
Frontier Airlines Mocks Passenger

The Frontier Airlines-Spirit Airlines merger saga has gone on for months and JetBlue has injected itself into the mix. But the longer it takes to close the deal, the less likely Frontier will have Spirit at all.  If you...

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FloridaUniversal

Florida’s Brightline Train Swaps Disney For Universal

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 10, 2022July 10, 2022 36 Comments
Brightline train

Florida’s exciting rail development, Brightline, cancelled its plans for a stop at Disney Springs; Universal would be an ideal replacement.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you...

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Travel

Kitty Hawk: Wright Brothers National Memorial

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 10, 2022July 10, 2022 2 Comments
Wright brothers national memorial wright brothers monument

Visiting Kitty Hawk, North Carolina the home to the Wright Brothers National Memorial where the first manned flight took offer is worthwhile for any aviation enthusiast. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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American Airlines

American Airlines Pilot Union Calls Glitch: Operational Mismanagement

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 3, 2022July 3, 2022 9 Comments
American Airlines pilot

A glitch in the scheduling system for American Airlines allowed pilots to cancel entire trips for July causing mayhem if only momentarily. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....

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Europe

European Flight Cancellations – Here’s What You’re Owed

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 3, 2022July 3, 2022 7 Comments
eu 261 2004

With flights delaying and cancelling everywhere, travelers are owed money from carriers who fail to deliver passengers within a specific window. Here’s what you’re owed.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...

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Travel

Ridiculous: Sky Hotel, Nuclear-Powered Airplane

Kyle Stewart Posted onJuly 3, 2022July 3, 2022 9 Comments
SkyHotel

There’s a newly proposed concept for an airplane that holds 5,000 people, is nuclear-powered, and never needs to land. It’s flooding social media, news sites, and is utterly ridiculous.  If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...

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American Airlines

Overheard: American Airlines Flight Attendant Sounds Off On Management

Kyle Stewart Posted onJune 26, 2022June 26, 2022 52 Comments
American Airlines Snitch

A senior American Airlines flight attendant had plenty to say about the state of the airline, labor relations, management, and the near future of the airline. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...

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FrontierJetBlueSpirit

JetBlue Continues To Enhance Spirit’s Merger With Frontier

Kyle Stewart Posted onJune 26, 2022June 29, 2022 5 Comments
JetBlue Spirit Merger Analysis

Following the latest revision to JetBlue’s offer to acquire Spirit Airlines, the board has reaffirmed its position that the Frontier merger is its best course, but not before an enhancement from Frontier. If you are considering booking travel or signing up...

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Lounge ReviewsPriority Pass

Lounge Review: Wingtips St. Louis (Priority Pass)

Kyle Stewart Posted onJune 26, 2022June 26, 2022 11 Comments
Wingtips STL seating and bar

The Wingtips Lounge St. Louis offers travelers a break from the terminal. This Priority Pass lounge offers access for pass holders as well as those who want to pay for a break from the gate area.  If you are...

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