Is SWISS, the airline that has been notoriously stingy when it comes to in-flight wi-fi, turning a corner and moving toward free internet? If my flight from Zurich to Warsaw is any indication, the answer just might be yes....
Christoph Waltz Blames Lufthansa For His Refusal To Shave
Austrian-German actor Christoph Waltz is sporting a beard and he wants you to know: Lufthansa is to blame. Is this Lufthansa’s subtle way of nudging passengers to shift to trains for domestic travel? Christoph Waltz Says His Beard Is...
The Language Enigma Of Switzerland
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. Switzerland is one of my favorite countries in the world and unlike its bordering neighbors, represents a unique blend of...
SWISS Alpine Lounge In Zurich Is Delectable
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. The SWISS Alpine Lounge in Zurich is not only a chic lounge, but offers delicious food all day long. SWISS...
The World’s Most Beautiful Airline Lounge Bar
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I’ve been to a lot of airline lounges all over the world, but the Whisky Club 28/10 inside the SWISS...
Review: United Airlines 767-300 Polaris Business Class Chicago – Zurich
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I enjoyed great service by a veteran Chicago-based crew and also managed an extended nap onboard my United Airlines 767-300...
United Flight Attendant Demonstrates How Loyalty Is Won
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. The service was excellent on my United Airlines flight from Chicago to Zurich, but I must give a special shoutout...
There’s A Pilot In My Seat!
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. Stepping onboard my United Airlines 767-300ER flight from Chicago to Zurich, I found someone in my seat: a non-rev retired...
Review: United Club Chicago O’Hare (ORD – C10)
The new C10 United Club at Chicago O’Hare represents a huge upgrade over the old club in Concourse C, though at 2:45 pm I struggled to find a seat in a lounge that is still too small to accommodate...
Biden’s Clandestine Trip To Kyiv
President Biden made an unexpected stop in Kyiv on Monday ahead of his planned trip to Poland to mark the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The logistical complexity of his clandestine trip to Ukraine is a story...
Review: United Airlines 787-10 Business Class Los Angeles – Chicago
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. My trip to Chicago was smooth and productive onboard a United 787-10 in Polaris Business Class, a great ride for...
United Airlines Unveils Generous Family Seating Policy
United Airlines is getting a jump on potential regulatory action by making it easier for families to sit together at no charge, even on basic economy fares. It’s a shrewd move from United Airlines. New Family Seating Policy At...
First Stop, United Polaris Lounge LAX For Breakfast
This week I’m “liveblogging” my trip to Ukraine. Unlike traditional reports, these posts will be shorter and more frequent. I’m starting my trip to Kyiv with breakfast at the United Polaris Lounge at Los Angles International Airport. Polaris Lounge...
Poor Sam Bankman-Fried “Downgrades” From American Airlines Business Class To Alaska Airlines First Class
Poor Sam Bankman-Fried. The disgraced founder of FTX is facing mounting legal challenges and dwindling assets. Perhaps there’s no greater sign of the times than Bankman-Fried’s choice of flying Alaska Airlines First Class across the country versus American Airlines...
The Drunk Woman From Alabama At The Four Seasons Bar In Cairo, Egypt
Marlene had already had a few too many by the time I sat down with my friend at the bar at the Four Seasons Cairo At Nile Plaza. But that did not stop her from ordering another and scooting...
Booked: I’m Heading To Ukraine!
As we approach the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine, I decided the time was right to make a trip to the capital city of Kyiv. I want to see for myself how the Ukrainians are handling Russian...
Review: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo At Nile Plaza
While the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo At Nile Plaza is past its prime in certain ways, I had a lovely stay here and found it a great base for my three days in Cairo. Four Seasons Hotel Cairo At...
Lufthansa Green Fares All About The Greenback
I’ve got to hand it to Lufthansa. It has rightfully judged the climate change Zeitgeist and now positioned itself to capitalize on it through a new set of so-called green fares. But these “guilt-assuaging” fares actually appear designed increase...
United Airlines Upgrades Domestic First Class Meal Service
United Airlines is bringing back two passenger-favorite amenities to its domestic first class product and also adding more variety on shorter flights. Hot Towels & Mixed Nuts Return To All Meal Service Flights On United Airlines Hot towels and...
NTSB Investigating United Airlines 777 Near-Collision At Honolulu Airport
After near-misses at New York between an American Airlines and Delta Air Lines jet and in Austin between a FedEx and Southwest jet brought increased scrutiny, federal investigators are now looking into another near-collision between a United Airlines 777-200...
