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Matthew Klint

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Matthew is an avid traveler who calls Los Angeles home. Each year he travels more than 200,000 miles by air and has visited more than 135 countries. Working both in the aviation industry and as a travel consultant, Matthew has been featured in major media outlets around the world and uses his Live and Let's Fly blog to share the latest news in the airline industry, commentary on frequent flyer programs, and detailed reports of his worldwide travel.
Flight ReviewsIberia

Review: Iberia Express A321 Business Class

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 28, 2022November 14, 2023 25 Comments
a group of people sitting in an airplane

We had a fairly turbulent journey from Las Palmas to Madrid onboard an Iberia Express A321 in business class, with good service but a disappointing breakfast. Iberia Express A321 Business Class Review Our return to the United States after...

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United Airlines

The “Fake” United Airlines Flight No Agent Could Book…

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 28, 2022November 14, 2023 18 Comments
an airplane parked at an airport

I was perplexed (and admittedly annoyed) yesterday when the United Airlines website was selling seats on a flight that every agent claimed they could not book and some could not even find. One called it a “fake” flight. Was...

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amtrakBreaking News

BREAKING: Amtrak Train Derails Near Kansas City

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 27, 2022November 14, 2023 9 Comments
a group of people on a train

UPDATE: Tragically, three passengers were killed, 50 were injured. An Amtrak train traveling to Chicago has derailed near Kansas City, with multiple casualties reported. Amtrak Southwest Chief Train Derails Near Kansas City The eastbound Southwest Chief is Amtrak’s daily...

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LufthansaNews

Lufthansa Announces Return Of Airbus A380!

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 27, 2022June 27, 2022 7 Comments
Lufthansa A380 Los Angeles

I’m happy–but not surprised–to report that Lufthansa will bring back the Airbus A380 into service next summer. Lufthansa A380 Will Return In Summer 2023 Human beings are creatures of habit and love to travel. Even in the early days...

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EasyJet

Summer Of Love: Irate Passenger Shoves Girlfriend, Attacks Airport Staff

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 27, 2022November 14, 2023 9 Comments
a group of people in a room

Flight delays and cancellations are not only impacting passengers in the United States, but across the United Kingdom and Europe too. Drunkenness also remains a problem. One angry couple was arrested for attacking airport staff, with a man knocking...

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United Airlines

Lemon And Lime Garnishes Return To United Airlines

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 27, 2022November 14, 2023 17 Comments
a bowl of nuts and a glass of water

A small but important restoration, you can once again expect lemon and lime garnishes on your United Airlines flight starting next month. Lemon And Lime Wedges Finally Return To United Airlines In All Cabins Effective July 1, 2022, United...

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Restaurant ReviewsSpainTrip Reports

Goat And Other Delicacies For My Birthday

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 27, 2022November 14, 2023 7 Comments
a goat with horns on dirt

My birthday occurred during our week on Gran Canaria in Spain and we celebrated with a very delicious dinner of goat and other delicacies at at a cool restaurant near our Airbnb. La Ganania – Highly Recommended Restaurant On...

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PhotosSpainTrip Reports

Photo Essay: Gran Canaria

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 27, 2022November 14, 2023 6 Comments
a group of people on a beach

As I close out my report on my week on Gran Canaria in Spain, I know many of you prefer pictures over words, so I do want to offer a photo essay of my week there. Gran Canaria Photo...

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AirbnbSpainTrip Reports

My Airbnb Casa In Gran Canaria, Spain

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 25, 2022November 14, 2023 11 Comments
a pool and a building with a red roof

I’m generally not a fan of Airbnb (especially after our regrettable experience in Israel), but we had a good experience in Gran Canaria with renting a house for a week. Our Airbnb Experience In Gran Canaria, Spain Airbnb is...

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Flight AttendantLaw In Travel

World’s Most Powerful Flight Attendant Condemns Supreme Court Abortion Ruling

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 25, 2022November 14, 2023 112 Comments
a group of women standing together outside a building

Sara Nelson, President of the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, is often called the world’s most powerful flight attendant. Her reaction to the Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization overturning the constitutional right to abortion is...

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Alaska AirlinesLaw In Travel

Alaska Airlines Will Offer Free Abortion Flights To Employees

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 25, 2022November 14, 2023 75 Comments
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While United Airlines struck a more neutral tone in response to the Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization overturning the constitutional right to abortion, Alaska Airlines has chosen a more assertive approach. Alaska Airlines Will...

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SpainTrip Reports

A Visit To Poema Del Mar Aquarium In Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 25, 2022November 14, 2023 Leave a Comment
a child looking at a fish in a tank

We spent an afternoon at the Poema del Mar Aquarium in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria and walked away quite pleased with our experience. Poema del Mar Aquarium – Las Palmas, Gran Canaria Kids love aquariums. So do I. I...

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Law In TravelUnited Airlines

United Airlines Strikes A Neutral Tone On Landmark Supreme Court Abortion Decision

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 24, 2022November 14, 2023 90 Comments
a statue of a man sitting on a pedestal in front of United States Supreme Court Building

United Airlines has expressed a neutral tone on the controversial decision of the U.S. Supreme Court today to overturn decades of abortion precedent in its Dobbs v. Jackson case. United Airlines Addresses Supreme Court Dobbs Abortion Decision A memo...

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Delta Air LinesUpgrades

Upgrade “Sale” At Delta Air Lines: Only 499,500 Miles For Business Class Upgrade…Each Way

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 24, 2022November 14, 2023 38 Comments
Delta Mileage Upgrades

It’s really quite absurd how the Delta Air Lines SkyMiles program has gone from bad to downright horrible when it comes to aspirational travel. Want to use your miles to upgrade? Be prepared to pony up…to the tune of...

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New York JFKUnited Airlines

United Airlines Wants To Grow At New York JFK

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 24, 2022November 14, 2023 31 Comments
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United Airlines sees a silver lining to a potential JetBlue – Spirit merger: an expansion opportunity at New York JFK. United Airlines Want To Use JetBlue Merger For JFK Expansion After a six year hiatus, United Airlines returned to...

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CoffeeSpain

Great Coffee In Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 24, 2022November 14, 2023 9 Comments
cars parked cars in front of a building

We stumbled upon it by accident, but I enjoyed great coffee right in the heart of Las Palmas on Gran Canaria. Best Coffee In Las Palmas, Gran Canaria It was the day before we were to fly home and...

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SpainTrip Reports

A Week On Gran Canaria Island

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 23, 2022November 14, 2023 18 Comments
a rocky cliffs and water

In terms of vacation, we did something totally different in spending a week on the island of Gran Canaria in Spain (located off the coast of Morocco). While I doubt I would do it again, I look back with...

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China SouthernOnline Travel Agencies (OTAs)

Is Kiwi.com A Clever Online Travel Agency Or A Scam?

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 23, 2022November 14, 2023 69 Comments
a large airplane flying in the sky

A family lost $24,000 after booking an airline ticket on Kiwi.com that was impossible to actually fly. Kiwi.com says the family is to blame for not checking transit restrictions, but does this incident rather show that Kiwi.com is just...

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NewsUnited Airlines

United Airlines Will Cut Newark Flights In July

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 23, 2022 17 Comments
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United Airlines will voluntarily cut about 50 daily departures at Newark Liberty International Airport next month, viewing the move as necessary to relive congestion and improve on-time performance. United Airlines Voluntarily Reduces Schedule At Newark To Minimize Congestion Despite...

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Air Canada

The Odd Case Of Air Canada 866: Why Were So Many Passengers Kicked Off?

Matthew Klint Posted onJune 23, 2022November 14, 2023 62 Comments
a group of people wearing face masks

Air Canada 866 from Montreal to London faced a further delay on Monday night when 25 passengers were removed. Many of those passengers claim they did nothing wrong. So what really happened onboard? Why Were So Many Passengers Kicked...

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