In a huge and unquestionably positive development for travelers, major U.S. airlines have eliminated change and standby fees. Will a practical effect of this new policy be an uptick in oversold flights and airline bumps? Light Airline Loads Are...
United Airlines “How’s My Flight Tracking” Option In App
United Airlines is adding a new feature called “How’s My Flight Tracking” to its mobile app which will allow guests to track several elements of their flight in real-time. New United Airlines “How’s My Flight Tracking” Option In App...
China Says COVID-19 Anal Test More Accurate Than Nose Or Throat Method
We’ve faced so many indignities over the last year due to COVID-19. China now says that a COVID-19 anal test is more accurate than throat or nose swabs. Might we soon need an anal test in order to travel?...
United Airlines Adds Children’s Activity Kit
Starting next month, United Airlines will trial a children’s activity kit on select flights and at select hub airports. If nothing else, it’s another step back to normalcy in our pandemic-compromised world. United Airlines Introduces Children’s Activity Kit United...
Infant Award Tickets: Avianca LifeMiles Vs. Air Canada Aeroplan
Time is money and the bottom line is this: adding an infant to award tickets from Avianca LifeMiles is truly a pain. That’s why I am happy to pay more miles for an identical ticket on Air Canada Aeroplan....
Hotels Now Open For Tourism In California
As a recall effort targeting Governor Gavin Newsom gains steam in California, the governor has responded by loosening the Golden State’s onerous COVID-19 restrictions, even as COVID-19 numbers continue to grow at alarming numbers. Hotels in California are once...
Ryanair In Trouble For Controversial “Jab & Go” Ad
Ryanair, never one to avoid controversy, has been reprimanded by UK authorities for a controversial “jab & go” ad campaign. The Irish budget carrier has reluctantly conceded it will cease and desist the campaign. Ryanair “Jab & Go” Ad...
Introduction: A Flight To Germany
After canceling our trip to Spain and even opting to stay home for Christmas in Los Angeles and not even see my family, we made the choice to travel to Germany…a flight from COVID-19. This trip report covers what...
One Airline Should Embrace Emotional Support Animals
With the dominoes falling on emotional support animals, there’s a business opportunity for one airline to be an outlier. A Business Opportunity For Emotional Support Animals When it comes to masks, Delta does not require young children to wear masks...
Screaming “Karen” Has A Meltdown On Southwest Airlines
A video onboard a Southwest Airlines flight shows an angry woman trying to block another passengers from leaving the aircraft, then screaming as she walks by. A flight attendant then rightfully puts her in her place. “Karen” Has A...
American Airlines Brings Back Airbus A321T
American Airlines will restore service on its premium-heavy Airbus A321T between Los Angeles and New York in March. Those who feared this aircraft would never return can breathe a collective sigh of relief. American Airlines Will Restore A321T On...
New Lufthansa Buy-On-Board Menu Looks Köstlich
Köstlich is the German word for delicious, and at least based upon the pictures, the new Lufthansa buy-on-board menu looks quite tasty. The food that is, not the menu itself. Lufthansa Buy-On-Board Menu Revealed Based upon “feedback from our...
A Stunning New Cathay Pacific First Class Suite Concept
Design firm Yellow Window has unveiled a beautiful new first class suite concept for Cathay Pacific. While not transformative, the elegance and simplicity of the design makes for a beautiful first class product. Cathay Pacific New First Class Cathay...
First Impressions: American Airlines 777-200 Business Class
After flying American Airlines from London to New York on the 777-300ER in business class, we connected from New York to Los Angeles on the 777-200. Again, we had a very positive experience. American Airlines 777-200 Business Class The...
United Airlines Introduces Travel-Ready Center
United Airlines has unveiled a new digital solution to keep customers updated and in compliance with travel restrictions called the Travel-Ready Center. United Airlines Travel-Ready Center The Travel-Ready Center is a “one-stop-shop” where passengers can review their specific COVID-19...
Frontier Airlines Flight Attendant Mocks Passenger Concerned Over Sneezing Seatmate
A Frontier Airlines flight attendant rudely dismissed a passenger who complained about his seatmate’s coughing and sneezing, telling the man to drive and that he should be on the No-Fly List. While that was my first reaction as well,...
United Nations Cautions Staff To Avoid Pakistani Airlines
Months after a deadly crash followed by a pilot scandal rocked Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), the United Nations is telling its workers to avoid Pakistani airlines, even within Pakistan. United Nations Tells Staff To Avoid Pakistani Airlines The problem...
Man Arrested For In-Flight Disturbance…That Occurred Four Months Ago
Delayed justice is still justice. In Japan, a man was arrested for an in-flight disturbance over masks that occurred last September. Actions always have consequences. Better Late Than Never: Man Arrested For Shocking In-Flight Disturbance The incident occurred on...
Hot Deal: Delta Business Class – Los Angeles to Santiago, Chile – $695 R/T
Delta Air Lines is offering cheap fares from Los Angeles to Santiago, Chile for $695 round-trip in business class, an incredible deal. Whether you’ll be able to leave your hotel is another matter… Deal: Delta One Business Class For...
Will Biden Keep Trump’s New Air Force One Livery?
Asked twice this week about whether President Biden would keep the new Air Force One livery unveiled by President Trump, the answer was consistent: it’s too early to think about it. Will Biden Keep Classic Air Force One Livery?...
