From Amsterdam to Helsinki I flew on a Finnair A350-900 in business class, my first time flying the Finnair A350 since the premium cabin was retrofitted with new seats….that don’t actually recline. Finnair A350 Business Class – My First...
Crazy: American Airlines Gate Agent Threatens To Eject Family Because Father Tried To Carry His Daughter’s Bag
A young family shares a very sad story that occurred on American Airlines and cries out for immediate correction: a gate agent who made up a ridiculous rule requiring carry-on items and then threatened to deny the family boarding...
Denied Access To Oneworld Lounge In Amsterdam…
A learning moment, perhaps? For the lounge agent and maybe for me too? I was denied access…at least initially…to the oneworld lounge in Amsterdam despite holding a boarding pass for a oneworld carrier (Finnair) in business class. I Was...
“Take Me To Jail!” Spirit Airlines Passenger Attacks Gate Agents And Police Officers In Florida After She Was Denied Boarding
Wild video showcases an out-of-control woman attacking gate agents and police officers in Orlando, Florida after being denied boarding on a Spirit Airlines flight. Out-Of-Control Passenger Attacks Gate Agent + Police After Spirit Airlines Denied Boarding In Orlando A...
14 Hours In Cathay Pacific A350-1000 Business Class…
After a lovely time lounge hopping in Hong Kong, I stepped onboard my 14 hour, 15 minute flight from Hong Kong to Amsterdam on Cathay Pacific in business class, operated by an Airbus A350-1000. Here are my first impressions...
My Very Odd Seat On JetBlue
To end my trip to Copenhagen and Brussels, I flew from New York to Los Angeles on JetBlue. I’m not going to review the flight beyond remarking on the very unique seat I ended up with. My Unique A321...
American Airlines Wants $2,896 For An Upgrade On A 190-Mile Flight…
American Airlines offers a first class cabin even on its shorter flights, but the expensive upgrade prices may not be commensurate with the experience onboard…just a friendly warning! An Expensive Upgrade On American Airlines View From The Wing noticed...
Reflections On Ukraine On The Third Anniversary Of War
As the leader walked across the White House lawn in military fatigues, much was on his mind. His country was under attack; an unprovoked attack from a neighboring power. A peace deal had been signed, but then brazenly violated....
Bilt Rent Day: Hilton Honors Transfer Bonus + Up To 6X Points On Dining, 4X Points On Travel
If you hold a Bilt Mastercard, you can earn even more points, particularly 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 On...
“Service Dog” Gets Lost At Washington Dulles Airport…
A “service dog” got lost in Washington Dulles Airport and I love the way that the United Airlines gate agent paged for the owner… “Service Dog” Goes Missing At Washington Dulles, As Gate Agent Hilariously Pages For Owner Video...
Russia In Talks With USA To Restore Direct Air Service
As relations between Moscow and Washington thaw, Russia is pushing the Trump administration to lift airspace restrictions so that direct air service between the two nations can be restored as early as this summer. Russia Wants To Restore Direct...
Cathay Pacific’s The Pier: The Best Business Class Lounge In The World?
I began my trip back home from Hong Kong with a visit to the many oneworld lounges in Hong Kong, but one stood out in particular: Cathay Pacific’s The Pier Business Class Lounge is a stunning lounge with excellent...
Gene Hackman’s Connection To United Airlines
Legendary actor Gene Hackman has died; he was found dead in his New Mexico home along with his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog. I want to take a moment to reflect on Hackman and also his link to...
Hyatt Luxury Resort In California Bans Children – But Is It Legal?
A popular luxury resort in the Hyatt chain has just banned children under the age of 18 from its property. But is it legal? Alila Marea Beach Resort Bans Children Under 18 The Alila Marea Beach Resort is a...
Woman Treats United Airlines 757-200 Business Class Cabin As Her Personal Gym
Here’s a case of that fine line between minding your own business and being obnoxious onboard: it is okay to use your (rather tight) premium cabin seat as a personal gym to perform calisthenics and stretching during a flight?...
Photo Essay: Copenhagen After Dark
I spent an unexpected night in Copenhagen in a sleeping pod, but also had a chance to walk around one of the most beautiful and cleanest cities in Europe. Here’s a photo essay of Copenhagen after dark. Copenhagen After...
Delta Air Lines Will Launch Atlanta – Marrakesh Service In Challenge To United Airlines
Delta Air Lines will shortly announce new service from Atlanta (ATL) to Marrakesh (RAK), challenging United Airlines directly on one of its newest international routes. New Atlanta – Marrakesh Route For Delta Air Lines First rumored by aviation insider...
Lucrative Capital One Venture Card Bonus: 75,000 Miles + $250 Travel Credit
Link: Apply for the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card, now offering 75K bonus miles + $250 travel credit Capital One has rolled out an enticing limited-time offer on its Venture Rewards Credit Card, making it a compelling choice...
Stir-Fried Octopus In Hot Spicy Sauce On Korean Air
Each week, my Meal of the Week feature examines an airline meal from my travels over the years. This may be a meal from earlier in the week or it may be a meal served over a decade ago. I decided...
Nice: Brussels Airlines Utilizing Air Europa 787-9 On New York Route
Some of you may have missed my Brussels Airlines A330-300 review yesterday, so in a separate post I just want to warn you that you may be in for an unpleasant surprise if you fly Brussels Airlines in business...
