As he entered the United Polaris Lounge, eyes turned as staff stood. Mr. Stuker was back, United’s most loyal customer in terms of miles traveled. He sat down at the table next to mine. We started chatting. Turns out...
There’s A New Loophole To Allow Emotional Support Animals On Planes…
Airlines have been given the green light by the U.S. Department of Transportation to further restrict or prohibit emotional support animals onboard. But there’s still a potential loophole that can be exploited, even if not nearly as egregiously as...
In Defense Of American Airlines: Thanks For The Gift!
View From the Wing says “American’s holiday gift promotion makes no sense, and is stunning in its lack of generosity.” The Points Guy says “American hyped holiday cheer and gifts, but delivered me disappointment.” But my message to American...
Couple Arrested After Knowingly Flying To Hawaii With COVID-19 On United Airlines
A man and woman have been arrested after boarding a United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Kauai knowing they had just tested positive for COVID-19. Couple Arrested After Flying To Hawaii Knowing They Were COVID Positive The couple,...
Review: United Airlines 787-9 Business Class Newark To Cape Town
This is a review of my March 2020 trip from Newark to Cape Town onboard a United 787-9 in business class. The trip seems so far in the past, but is a reminder of how much the world has...
United Airlines Will Require Proof From Flight Attendants Who Call In Sick Over Holidays
Despite raging COVID-19 numbers, United Airlines will require an “Absence Certificate” for flight attendants who call in sick over the peak Christmas and New Years travel period. While not out of the ordinary, it takes on a new context...
British Airways Manages To Insult Wales
British Airways is in hot water for wishing the English rugby team good luck against Wales. Should flag carrier British Airways be renamed English Airways? British Airways Supports English Rugby Team…At Expense of Wales BA is an official sponsor...
Introduction: An African Adventure As The World Shut Down
As the world began shutting down in March, I found myself in Accra, Ghana. While I considered aborting the remainder of my trip and heading directly home, I opted to remain for a couple extra days and enjoyed an...
Delta Blames COVID-19 For Thanksgiving Cancellations; Pilot Union Offers Counter-Narrative
Delta Air Lines is placing the blame for its 600+ holiday flight cancellations squarely on COVID-19. Meanwhile, the pilot union representing Delta pilots is offering a more nuanced explanation. Delta Blames COVID-19 For Thanksgiving Cancellations In a note to...
British Airways Searches For “Classy, But Very Naughty” Flight Attendant Who Inducts Passengers Into Mile High Club
A mysterious air hostess who promises prurient “in-flight entertainment” in exchange for proper consideration has been forced to move underground after her gig went viral online. I tend to question whether she is real in the first place. British...
Rejoice? World Of Hyatt Reduces 2021 Elite Requirements
I’ve gyrated between a spectrum of emotions when it comes the announcement from Hyatt yesterday that it would reduce the thresholds to earn elite status in 2021. But I’ve come to peace with it…what else am I going to...
A Return To The Mar Monte Hotel In Santa Barbara
In the end, we took a one-night trip to the Mar Monte Hotel in Santa Barbara, part of the Hyatt Unbound Collection. It represented a perfect “compromise” to my Thanksgiving travel dilemma. A Return To The Mar Monte, A...
Cyber Monday: Consider Saving Your Money Or Donating To Charity Instead Of Buying Stuff You Don’t Need
Happy Cyber Monday. It’s a great day to get a good deal. Some deals, are worth pursuing…like booking travel or buying discounted gift cards for travel that will occur anyway. But perhaps this year you join me in thinking...
Last Call: 50% Off Virgin Atlantic Awards + Cheap Paid Tickets
Virgin Atlantic has revealed its Black Friday Sale, which includes attractive deals on both paid and award tickets. Today is your last day to take advantage of this deal. Black Friday Sale: Half Off Virgin Atlantic Award Redemptions Matching...
Where United Airlines Will Fly The 737 MAX
As United Airlines prepares to resume flight training for the 737 MAX and convince employees that the aircraft is safe, it will base operations out of two hubs. United Airlines Will Base 737 MAX in Denver + Houston All...
Kauai Will Require Quarantine: Reasonable, Yet Still Unfair
Starting on December 2, 2020, the island of Kauai will require all arriving passengers to quarantine for 14 days, even with a negative COVID-19 test. The policy is reasonable, yet still unfair in that it was enacted with such...
Man Grills Steak In Delta Air Lines Lavatory…Plus A Personal Confession
Whether real or not, cooking a steak over an open flame in an aircraft lavatory is no laughing matter. That said, the thought has certainly crossed my mind too… Man Grills Steak In Delta Lavatory In a now-deleted video...
Emirates Now Offers Free Hotel Stays In Dubai For Long Layovers
Emirates has resumed its popular “Dubai Connect” program after a pandemic-related hiatus. You can now enjoy a free hotel stay in Dubai if your layover is longer than 10 hours. Emirates Resumes “Dubai Connect” Program – Free Hotel Room...
Lufthansa Introduces “Sleeper’s Row” At Attractive Price
This is probably the ideal time to fly longhaul international in economy class in terms of comfort. With passengers in short supply, your ability to stretch out is better than ever. Seeking to capitalize on this, Lufthansa has introduced...
A Late Autumn Weekend In Trump Country
In thinking about all I am thankful for this week, I cannot help but to express gratitude for the friendships that have helped me through this most difficult year. And for diversions. Sometimes we just a need a break...
