The capstone of my Asia trip was my 14-hour journey from Singapore to London onboard the A380 in Suites Class, a rare treat in one of the superlative travel experiences of the entire commercial airline industry. Singapore Airlines A380...
“Ask For A Warrant” Alaska Airlines Privacy Poster Angers Trump Supporters, Sparks Political Firestorm
A new Alaska Airlines poster reminding employees to verify law-enforcement requests with a subpoena or warrant has touched off political outrage online, particularly among Trump-aligned commentators who view it as an act of resistance against police or federal officers....
Black Guest Refuses To Show Room Key, Claims Racism After Hilton Clerk Questions Her At Breakfast
A recent breakfast incident at a Hilton-affiliated Hampton Inn in Austin reignites familiar questions: when does vigilance turn into overreaction and when does an accusation go too far? When A “Free Breakfast” Dispute Escalates At A Hampton Inn A...
A Turkey Dinner from 37,000 Feet Over Iraq
I realized something while searching through my massive archive of airline meal photos today. I’ve had steak, chicken, lamb, pork, fish, lobster, crab, octopus, and even reindeer as a main course on an airplane. But very, very rarely have...
I Had The Entire 777 First Class Cabin To Myself On Singapore Airlines!
I wound up as the only passenger in first class on my Singapore Airlines 777 flight from Jakarta to Singapore, an extra special treat on the first leg of my journey home. Alone In First Class On The Singapore...
“Talk To Me About My Father!” Southwest Passenger Meltdown Stuns Cabin
A disturbing scene unfolded onboard a Southwest Airlines flight when a woman turned around in her seat, knelt on the cushion and began shouting at passengers behind her. The context isn’t clear, but her poor behavior certainly is. Woman...
JetBlue Flight Attendant Turns Lavatory Line Into Heartwarming “Gratitude Wall”
A simple idea from a JetBlue flight attendant has turned a bathroom queue into an unexpected reminder of gratitude and connection. JetBlue Flight Attendant Turns Bathroom Line Into Gratitude Wall During a recent JetBlue flight, a flight attendant named...
Hilarious Billboard Battle Breaks Out Between Southwest And United In Denver
Billboards in downtown Denver have become the latest battleground for two airlines locked in a competitive, sometimes hilarious, struggle for the city’s travelers. Southwest And United Escalate Advertising Rivalry In Denver The rivalry between Southwest Airlines and United Airlines...
Singapore Airlines Has A Hidden Lounge In Jakarta
Singapore Airlines operates a hidden lounge within a lounge in Jakarta (CGK) that I stumbled upon by accident… Singapore Airlines Lounge – Jakarta I arrived at Soekarno–Hatta International Airport about two hours before my Singapore Airlines flight to Singapore....
Venezuela Bans Six International Airlines After U.S. Airspace Warning
Tensions between Venezuela and the United States have now spilled directly into the commercial aviation sphere. Venezuela Bans Six International Airlines Venezuela has revoked operating rights for six international airlines that suspended flights to the country after a United...
A Thanksgiving Resolution
Once upon a time there was a boy who loved to fly around the world using his miles and points. Around the globe he flew, visiting the far corners of the world; meeting new people and surveying new lands....
Spectacular: Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo Business Class
I had a very nice flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bali on a brand new Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo business class, a beautiful aircraft with a posh business class cabin. Malaysia Airlines A330-900neo Business Class – My First Impressions The...
Scott Kirby Give Thanks United Is “The Best Airline In The World”
A 2025 Thanksgiving message to employees from United Airlines’ CEO Scott Kirby sounds a familiar refrain: United is the best airline in the world. It’s clear to me what Kirby is going here and I can hardly blame him....
Review: Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
The Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge in the Satellite Terminal of Kuala Lumpur (KUL) is an excellent flagship lounge for the Malaysian flag carrier. Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge Kuala Lumpur Review (KUL) I spent 90 minutes in this lounge ahead...
“Pack Your Patience!” US Transportation Secretary Chats With United Airlines Flight Attendant
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy recently sat down with a United Airlines flight attendant to discuss airspace civility as part of his “Golden Age of Travel” campaign. A United Airlines Flight Attendant And US Transportation Secretary Sit Down On...
Malaysia Airlines Surprised Me With Chauffeured Mercedes-Benz Tarmac Transfers For Business Class Passengers
Malaysia Airlines has a very cool “private terminal transfer” option for its premium passengers departing from KLIA Terminal 1, a surprise for me on my journey to Bali. Private Terminal Transfer On Malaysia Airlines: A Pleasant Surprise Before My...
Why I’m Seriously Considering The Frontier Airlines GoWild Pass
The Frontier Airlines GoWild all-you-can-fly pass has been floating around for a while, but with a stronger route network and a surprisingly low price, it suddenly looks far more practical than I expected. Frontier Airlines GoWild Pass: All-You-Can-Fly For...
Taco Bell In Jakarta…
If you know me, you know I was not going to go all the way to Indonesia and not try the Taco Bell while I was in Jakarta. I Went All The Way To Jakarta, Indonesia For Taco Bell...
Does Etihad Have A Point With Its Punitive Award Cancellation Fees?
Loyalty programs change when members push the limits. Etihad Guest has now drawn a line, but the way it has done so with incredibly punitive cancellation restrictions on award tickets raises important questions. Etihad Makes Award Cancellation Fees Even...
JSX Will Launch ATR 42 Service From Historic Santa Monica Airport
Santa Monica Airport has been shrinking for years, yet the fight over its future continues. JSX now wants to make it a place you actually start trips from again. JSX To Launch ATR 42 Public Charter Flights From Santa...
