Delta Air Lines is offering cheap fares from Los Angeles to Santiago, Chile for $695 round-trip in business class, an incredible deal. Whether you’ll be able to leave your hotel is another matter… Deal: Delta One Business Class For...
Will Biden Keep Trump’s New Air Force One Livery?

Asked twice this week about whether President Biden would keep the new Air Force One livery unveiled by President Trump, the answer was consistent: it’s too early to think about it. Will Biden Keep Classic Air Force One Livery?...
Lufthansa Prepared To Sell “Economically, Ecologically, And Politically Irresponsible” Low Fares

The official Lufthansa slogan may be, “Say yes to the world,” but its real trademark is “rules for thee, not for me.” After calling €10 fares immoral and arguing they should be illegal, Lufthansa is preparing to offer €9...
First Impressions: American Airlines 777-300ER Business Class

Maybe it was beginner’s luck, but I had a wonderful flight on American Airlines from London to New York on the 777-300ER in business class. I hear so many complaints about service on American Airlines, but that was absolutely...
Why I Watched The Inauguration From The Willard Hotel

When it became clear that I would not be able to attend the 69th U.S. Presidential Inauguration in-person, I did the next best thing: watch it from the historic Willard hotel right down the street. Why I Watched The...
Details: United Airlines Upgrades Polaris Pre-Arrival Meals

After teasing upgrades for several months, United Airlines will improve its pre-arrival meals in Polaris Business Class. United Airlines Improves Polaris Pre-Arrival Meals Since the pandemic began, United has severely cut back on catering expenses on both domestic and...
United Airlines “Ready To Partner” With Biden Administration

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby is ready to partner with the Biden Administration and sees three broad areas of potential cooperation. United Airlines Embraces Biden Administration Acknowledging the new administration on his social media channels, Kirby expressed his desire...
Will KLM Suspend All Intercontinental Flights?

Blaming new coronavirus testing requirements under Dutch law, KLM will reportedly suspend all longhaul flights, totally 270 weekly flights. KLM To Suspend All Longhaul + Intercontinental Flights Dutch law now requires that all international travelers, including Dutch citizens, take...
Trip Report: 2021 Biden Inauguration

Even though I ultimately watched the 59th Presidential Inauguration on a screen, my trip to Washington, DC was not in vain. This report recounts my quadrennial January journey to the District of Columbia, this year for the inauguration of...
National Guard Enjoys Five-Star Accommodations In Washington, DC

Washington, DC hosted 25,000 National Guard troops from across the nation this week in order to safeguard presidential inaugural festivities. While photos of troops sleeping on the floor of the Capitol made headlines around the world, others enjoyed five-star...
Limited-Edition British Airways 747 Luggage

British Airways has teamed up with English luggage maker Globe-Trotter to offer limited-edition luggage commemorating the recently retired Boeing 747. British Airways 747 Luggage The white-colored luggage contains a a gold “Speedbird” insignia from the BOAC era and a...
Photo Essay: The 59th Presidential Inauguration

I have much to say about my time in Washington, DC for the 59th Presidential Inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, but photos often speak louder than words and I want to share some photos with you from...