American Airlines lounge staff have voted overwhelming to authorize a strike at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as other airport workers prepare for a day of protest. LAX Strike Authorized After Vote By American Airlines Lounge Workers On Monday,...
Dennis Rodman Refuses To Wear Mask In JetBlue Mint
Former NBA basketball star turned North Korean “diplomat” Dennis Rodman was met by police after refusing on four occasions to wear his mask aboard a JetBlue flight to Florida in Mint Class, but walked away without being cited. Dennis...
Thailand Suspends Test And Go Program
Thailand is suspending its Test And Go program, but will not block visitors who have already had their application approved. Thailand Suspends Test And Go Program I traveled to Thailand under the Test & Go program last month and...
Review: Thai Royal Orchid Lounge Bangkok (BKK)
After checking in for my Singapore Airlines flight, I visited one of the only lounges currently open in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi, the Thai Airways Royal Orchid Lounge in the E Gate area. Thai Royal Orchid Lounge Bangkok Review (BKK) While...
My Currency Exchange Problem In Bangkok
Unsurprisingly, there is a not a huge demand for currency exchange when foreigners are not allowed into a country. While Thailand is gradually re-opening, most currency exchanges have not. Beware of this if you need to exchange money in...
Review: Na-Oh Bangkok (L-1011 TriStar Restaurant)
I flew all the way from Los Angeles to Bangkok to dine at Na-Oh, a Lockheed L-1011 TriStar jet that has been turned into a gourmet restaurant with exquisite cuisine and a unique dystopian theme. Na-Oh Bangkok Review –...
Misbehave In Lounge? You’ll Lose Your Miles And Elite Status
Ethiopian Airlines is taking a novel approach to encouraging good behavior in its airport lounge: follow the rules or you’ll lose your miles and your status. Ethiopian Airlines Threatens To Confiscate Miles, Reduce Status For Poor Behavior In Airport...
Qantas Business Class Lounge LAX Reopens
After nearly two years, the Qantas business class lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), also known as the oneworld lounge, has reopened. The first class lounge will open in “early” 2022 Qantas Oneworld Business Class Lounge LAX Reopens...
“MillionMiler” Ted Cruz Lambasts United Airlines CEO
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R – TX) and Scott Kirby, the CEO of United Airlines, had a testy exchange during a Senate Commerce Committee hearing this week concerning employee vaccine mandates. Ted Cruz Vs. Scott Kirby Cruz lambasted Kirby...
Airport Will Fine Airlines $3,500 For Transporting Unvaccinated Passengers
An airport will soon be levying fines against airlines which transport unvaccinated passengers or passengers with a positive COVID-19 PCR test. Airlines Face Airport Fine For Transporting Unvaccinated Passengers Ghana Airports, a state-owned company which runs airports in the...
Photo Essay: Bangkok During The Pandemic
Bangkok is one of my favorite cities, for many reasons. I love the kind people, the delicious food, and the affordability. Your dollar goes far in Bangkok and during my recent trip I was happy to see a renaissance...
Doublespeak On Masks From American Airlines CEO
In a rare moment of candor, the CEOs of the two largest domestic airlines in the United States both expressed personal belief that mask mandates do little to promote safety onboard commercial flights. But hours later, both airlines tried...
Annoying Delay. Happy Passengers. Why? Great Captain.
I just want to give a shout-out to United Airlines Captain Colin Adams, who transported me and a full Boeing 767-400 from Houston to Newark earlier this week on UA557. Although we ran into an annoying delay upon landing,...
Did Maxine Waters Flout Mask Rule On United Airlines?
An “exclusive” story from The Daily Wire claims to show Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D – CA) flying on United Airlines without her mask on. In this case, however, I recommend withholding judgment until we have more information. Maxine Waters...
Review: Hyatt Regency Bangkok
Modern and sleek, the Hyatt Regency Bangkok is a snazzy hotel adorning the Bangkok skyline. Throw in good service and and nice amenities and you have a winning combination. This review covers my recent stay. Hyatt Regency Bankgok Review...
I’m Flying To South Africa…For One Day
In protest of the fear-driven omicron flight bans from Southern Africa, I am traveling to South Africa…for a day. My One-Day Trip To South Africa Thus far, it seems that the omicron variant may be a blessing in disguise....
Free Messaging Via Wi-Fi On United Airlines
United Airlines will offer passengers complimentary messaging over wi-fi starting on December 17, 2021 and rolling out across the mainline and regional fleet by March 2022. Free Wi-Fi Messaging On United Airlines As of December 17th, there will be...
How A Singapore Airlines 737 Flew From USA To Singapore
A Singapore Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 recently made its maiden voyage, traveling from the United States to Singapore with a couple interesting stops along the way. Delivery Flight: Singapore Airlines 737 From USA To Singapore A Live and...
Great Coffee In Bangkok
During my recent trip to Bangkok I enjoyed a lot of great coffee. Here are several places I highly recommend for delicious espresso drinks in the Thai capital. Best Coffee In Bangkok After being freed from quarantine, I went...
To-Go Cocktails At Airport Bars? How Cosmopolitan…
When I was in Las Vegas on my last segment run, I was shocked to see “to go” cocktails being advertised at the airport bar in Terminal 3. Nothing like making it easier for people to bring alcohol onboard...
