JetBlue actually does not reinvent the wheel when it comes to transatlantic travel, but it does just about everything right, including those important small touches. My JetBlue A321LR journey from New York to London in Mint business class was...
American Airlines Flight Attendant Snoozes During Flight, Prompting Complaint From Thirsty Business Class Passenger
An American Airlines flight attendant was captured on video appearing to sleep during an afternoon flight from Cozumel, Mexico to Dallas. While the siesta was not allowed, the passenger’s decision to shame the flight attendant on Twitter may cost...
A Delightfully Simple Breakfast In Lufthansa Business Class
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. Lufthansa business class catering...
Spirit Airlines Plane Catches Fire On Runway In Atlanta
A Spirit Airlines Airbus A320 caught fire Sunday morning on the runway at Atlanta’s Hartsfield–Jackson International Airport after the brakes in the landing gear ignited. No injuries were reported. Spirit Airlines Plane Catches Fire In ATL Atlanta Fire Rescue responded...
Insane: Delta SkyClub Crowding Getting Worse
I love the concept of an airport lounge as a tranquil oasis away from busy crowds, but that is not the case at many airport lounges this summer. Delta Air Lines, with its close lounge access partnership with American...
First Impressions: Qatar Airways A330 “First” Class
A last-minute aircraft swap meant my Boeing 777-300ER with Qsuites became an Airbus A330 with a far inferior “first” class seat, but my short flight from Doha to Amman still proved to be excellent. Qatar Airways A330 First Class...
JetBlue’s Swanky JFK T5 Rooftop Terrace
JetBlue does not offer a lounge to its premium cabin passengers, but does offer a swanky rooftop terrace in Terminal 5 at New York JFK available to all passenger. That’s where I spent my layover between flights. JFK T5...
Pack Light And Don’t Check Bags This Summer…
As tempting as it is to pack a lot of clothes on a long trip, it is in your interest to pack light and if at all possible, travel with only a carry-on bag. That’s always good advice, but...
United Airlines At Odds With Flight Attendant Union Over Uniform Inspections
United Airlines announced that it will conduct random flight attendant uniform inspections to promote compliance and the professional image of the company. But the union representing flight attendants is pushing back, arguing United should get its operational house in...
My Flawless Qatar Airways 777-300ER Qsuite Flight
When I think about the best business class product in the world there is Qatar Airways Qsuite, then there is everything else. My latest 12-hour flight from Tokyo to Doha onboard a 777-300ER merely confirmed what I already knew....
Analysis: Why Did Scandinavian Airlines Fail?
Despite government bailouts during the pandemic and a strong surge of demand in recent months, SAS recently collapsed, seeking bankruptcy protection in the USA and claiming its business model was broken. What really led SAS to fail? Why Did...
Los Angeles To Amman Via Tokyo And Doha
Yesterday I provided first impressions of my JAL First Class flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo. I realized after I probably should have provided some context first. Los Angeles To Amman The Long Way Via Asia I was joining...
Review: JetBlue A321 Mint Business Class [2022]
To begin my journey to London, I flew from Los Angeles to London on a JetBlue Airbus A321 in Mint business class. JetBlue remains a remarkably consistent product that really sets the standard for a transcontinental product. JetBlue A321...
Prowling American Airlines Passenger Steals $10,000 In Cash From Seatmates On Flight To Miami
A passenger on an American Airlines flight from Buenos Aires to Miami was observed frequently walking up and down the aisle and occupying a seat that was not his own, prompting flight attendants to investigate and later report the...
United Airlines Provides Free Travel For Black Athletes
United Airlines has offered generous travel grants to the golf programs at a number of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) that will aid in recruiting efforts and allow teams to travel to more golf tournaments. United Airlines Provides...
Introduction: Mint Suites And Mint Tea In London
Welcome to my next trip report, a whirlwind trip to London to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. I’ve already shared about the jubilee events; now it’s time to focus on the travel-related portion of the trip....
First Impressions: JAL 777-300ER First Class
My journey from Los Angeles to Tokyo on JAL onboard the 777 in first class was (almost) everything I could have hoped for in a first class product…another reminder of the beauty of flying and the essence of caring,...
Review: United Club Orlando (MCO)
United Airlines’ outstation club lounges tend to be better than at hubs, with unique offerings and very friendly service. The United Club in Orlando is no exception, with gregarious staff and a nice spread of food and drink. United...
Why Did Scandinavian Airlines Declare Bankruptcy In The USA?
Did it strike you as odd that SAS, a joint airline of Denmark and Sweden, declared bankruptcy in the United States? It should not have…credit that to the generous bankruptcy system in the USA. SAS Files Bankruptcy In USA...
Great Coffee In Orlando International Airport (MCO)
I stumbled upon a marvelous coffee shop inside Orlando International Airport called Zaza that rivals Buena Vista at Miami International as my all-time favorite airport cafés. Best Coffee In Orlando International Airport (MCO) You’ll find this coffee shop in...
