Virgin Atlantic offers a very respectable long haul economy class product with great service, edible meals, and a wide library of in-flight-entertainment. Virgin Atlantic 787-9 Economy Class Review I flew from Los Angeles to London on Virgin Atlantic because...
Is JetBlue Really Surprised No One Loves Its Loyalty Program?
If JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes really wonders why engagement and profitability in his TrueBlue loyalty program seem to lag behind others, let me spell it out: it’s a lousy program overall. JetBlue TrueBlue Loyalty Program: The Problem Is Not...
Bhutan Reopens…To The Wealthy
High on my travel bucket list is a visit to the Kingdom of Bhutan. The country has now reopened, but a new fee assures that all but the most wealthy will be deterred from visiting. Bhutan Reopens With A...
Introduction: London Bridge Is Down, A 19-Hour UK Jaunt
Welcome to my next trip report, a recap of my journey to London earlier this month to bid farewell to Queen Elizabeth II. London Bridge Is Down, A Trip Report – The Queen Is Dead, Long Live The King...
An Odd Tale Of Violence On Southwest Airlines
A woman claims a man assaulted her while she was sleeping on a Southwest Airlines flight. However, in trying to analyze the claims, I’m failing to see a clear motive. Tray Table Violence On Southwest Airlines Saarah Sareshwala was...
Virgin Atlantic Jettisons Uniform Rules In Latest Gender Identity Policy
Flight attendants, pilots, and other customer-facing staff at Virgin Atlantic no longer must wear gendered uniforms that match their biological sex. The move is the latest update to Virgin Atlantic’s gender identity policy. Virgin Atlantic Eliminates Gendered Uniforms Under...
Thousands Of Flights Cancelled As Hurricane Ian Approaches Florida
As Hurricane Ian approaches landfall in Florida, airlines have canceled thousands of flights ahead of the storm and many Florida airports have shut down. Hurricane Ian Flight Cancellations Since Tuesday, airlines have canceled over 2,000 flights. This has impacted...
Best Credit Card For Amazon Purchases
I don’t know about you, but at my house, we seem to have a new box from Amazon arriving almost every day. Which credit card should you use for Amazon purchases? Best Credit Card For Amazon Purchases – My...
Princess Diana Of United Airlines
Yesterday I offered a review of my United Airlines flight from Honolulu to Chicago in business class. Today, I want to focus on the amazing flight attendant, Diana Kaina, who took such great care of me on the flight....
New Airline Consumer Protections Proposed By DOT – Helpful Or Harmful?
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed new consumer protections for airline customers that seek to encourage transparency in terms of pricing. Are such protections necessary or a step too far? DOT Proposes Additional Airline Consumer Protections Under...
United Airlines Swaps Ice Cream For Milk Bar Birthday Truffle Cake
If you’re flying longhaul in economy or premium economy class on United Airlines next month, expect a birthday truffle cake from Milk Bar in place of ice cream or gelato for dessert. Milk Bar Birthday Truffle Cake Coming To...
Bilt Rent Day: Up To 6X Points On Dining, 4X Points On Travel
If you hold a Bilt Mastercard, you can now earn even more points, particualrly on travel and dining…but only on the first day of each month, what Bilt calls “Rent Day.” Bilt Rent Day – Up To 6X Points...
Review: United Airlines 777-300ER Business Class Honolulu – Chicago
After a lovely flight to Honolulu, it was time to head back…this time on a United Airlines 777-300ER in business class. The flight was even lovelier due to one amazing flight attendant and I slept soundly for six hours...
Delta Air Lines Invests In Los Angeles With New Intercontinental Routes
Delta Air Lines is adding or resuming a handful of new longhaul routes to its Los Angeles (LAX) hub, taking a chance on what has always been a very competitive market. New Longhaul Delta Air Lines Routes Added At...
Irish Prime Minister Under Fire For Flying Business Class
Irish Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Micheál Martin is under fire for his choice to fly business class from Dublin to New York then warning of the perils of climate change. In an ironic twist, his flight had to divert due to...
Woman Forced To Sit In Flight Attendant Jump Seat Due To Her Ostentatious Breasts
Keeping you abreast of all the important travel news, today we focus on 26-year-old Leia Parker, who was busted on a recent flight for her breast size. She may be petite overall, but she’s also hypermammiferous and claims she was...
How United’s Most Frequent Flyer Stays Healthy Between Flights
“Matthew, you want to get your steps in with me at Honolulu?,” Tom Stuker asked. I wasn’t sure quite what he meant but soon found that United’s most frequent flyer compensates for his many hours sitting on airplanes with...
Review: United Club Honolulu (HNL)
The United Club in Honolulu is one of my favorites in the system, not so much because of the club itself, but because of the nostalgic memories of Hawaii associated with it. United Club Honolulu Review (HNL) Location +...
The Beautiful Gardens Of Honolulu Airport
During my layover in Honolulu, I walked over to the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport Cultural Gardens…a beautiful centerpiece of one of my favorite airports in the world. Honolulu Airport Gardens, A Zone Of Tranquility Most airports, particularly in...
Review: United Airlines 767-400 Business Class Newark – Honolulu
Earlier this year I had the chance to take a brief trip to Hawaii with a very special flyer. This review recounts my business class journey from Newark to Honolulu onboard the Boeing 767-400 in business class. United Airlines...
