A packed American Airlines flight diverted to Rome due to a “medical emergency” onboard. As a result, over 270 passengers were stranded for more than a day. Multiple passengers, however, claim that the reason for diversion was because one...
Photo Essay: Warsaw, Poland
Warsaw was just a stopping point for us on the way to Krakow. As such, I only had a few hours to explore Poland’s most populous city. Warsaw, Poland Photo Essay It was a cold late-October morning that I...
Ouch: Qatar Airways 777 Wing Slams Into Metal Post At Chicago O’Hare
Qatar Airways may be dealing with ongoing Airbus A350 paint issues, but one Boeing 777 has a much bigger problem after slicing into a metal post at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Four pilots have been fired as a result....
How Travel Nearly Bankrupted Vin Scully
Vin Scully, a baseball legend among legends, passed away earlier this week at the ripe age of 94. Like millions of other Angelenos and grateful fans around the world, I am deeply thankful to have enjoyed his magnificent voice...
Is It Rude To Give Yourself A Facial On An Airplane?
My seatmate on a recent airplane flight gave herself a facial. I was amused…not at all offended. But since the thought crossed my mind to join her, I thought I’d put it out for discussion here. Facial On Airplane:...
Candlelight Breakfast In Lufthansa First Class
I flew from New York to Frankfurt in Lufthansa First Class earlier this week, which was a fairly typical (great) flight overall, but there was one element I particularly appreciated that showed special attention to detail and great customer...
Review: Sheraton Grand Warsaw
I spent my first night in Poland at the Sheraton Grand Warsaw, a flagship Sheraton property located in the heart of central Warsaw. This is a full-service hotel with a club lounge that we could only dream of in...
Maven Offers Tips On How To Flirt At The Airport…
A self-professed “dating coach for men” offers her take on how to flirt at an airport, including pick-up lines for how you can break the ice. I’m not convinced, though… “Dating Coach For Men” Offers Instruction On How Guys...
Review: LOT Polish E-190 Business Class
From Brussels to Warsaw I flew on LOT Polish onboard the Embraer E-190 in business class. While not an exciting product, I appreciated the extra space and warm meal in the forward in the cabin. LOT Polish E-190 Business...
My Lufthansa Birthday Celebration Continued In Munich…
I’m not very sentimental when it comes to birthday celebrations, but this particular birthday will always be one of my most memorable. After a great morning in Frankfurt in the Lufthansa First Class Terminal, I received additional surprises, including...
Lufthansa Strikes Deals With Ground Staff After Disastrous Strike
After a crippling strike disrupted operations last week, Lufthansa and the union representing its ground staff have agreed in principle on a new contract. Lufthansa, Ground Staff Union Agree In Principle On Three-Step Pay Raise To Avoid Future Strikes...
Hilarious: Late Night Hosts Lampoon JetBlue – Spirit Merger
Late night hosts wasted no time in lampooning JetBlue’s decision to acquire Spirit Airlines, offering a hilarious take on the deal that is not without a degree of truth. Late Night Hosts Weigh In On Lampoon JetBlue – Spirit...
My Unforgettable Birthday Surprise In Lufthansa First Class Terminal
I had little doubt that I would receive a birthday rubber duck when visiting the Lufthansa First Class Terminal on my birthday, but I did not expect to receive a very special additional one. Birthday Surprise In Lufthansa First...
United Airlines Warns Employees About Monkeypox
Could we be on the cusp of the next pandemic? United Airlines had advised its employees to educate themselves concerning monkeypox and take steps to avoid its spread. The warning comes as the monkeypox case count continues its rapid...
Booked: Lufthansa First Class Birthday Duck Trip!
My birthday is coming up. A trip to Croatia is coming up. That got my mind racing. What better way to reach Croatia than via Frankfurt in Lufthansa First Class? Why the extra stop? To secure a very special...
Marriott “Ching And Chong” Controversy Is Loaded With Bigotry
A couple was shocked to receive an anti-Asian slur on their hotel folio after checking out out of a Marriott property in Pennsylvania. But their disinterest in holding the culprit accountable demonstrates a softer bigotry that also merits our...
Aeroplan Award Chart Changes: Winners And Losers
Aeroplan is updating its award chart next month for the first time since the new program launched. While the changes are mostly negative and penalize some heavily-used redemptions, I’m thankful that Aeroplan remains a standout among peers in offering...
Lessons From Pope Francis On Healthy Travel
After his recent trip to Canada, Pope Francis is pooped out, lamenting that he can no longer travel like he used to. Not to denigrate the Bishop of Rome, but his plight offers a helpful lesson to all of...
Nancy Pelosi Arrives In Taiwan On Boeing C-40C, Ignoring Chinese Warnings
Nancy Pelosi, the U.S. Speaker of the House and second in line to the presidency, has arrived in Taiwan with a congressional delegation onboard a Boeing C-40C aircraft. Her visit comes during a period of escalated tensions between the...
Russia Invites You To Emigrate With Bizarre Video
A very strange promotional video encouraging emigration to Russia leaves me wondering whether this is serious or parody. Russia Entices You To Emigrate With “Beautiful Women, Cheap Gas, And No Cancel Culture” The Russian Embassy in Spain posted the...
