After an evening flight from Prague and an overnight at the Hyatt Place AMS, it was time for my 11-hour KLM flight from Amsterdam to Los Angeles on the 787-10 in World Business Class. The flight was smooth, comfortable,...
Alaska Airlines Cuts Transcontinental Routes, Adds San Diego Service
Alaska Airlines is retreating from Washington Dulles, blaming slowing demand and economic uncertainty, but building up its network in San Diego with the addition of three more routes from a station where Alaska is competing with Southwest Airlines for...
Review: Royal Air Maroc 737-800 Economy Class
Stepping onto a Royal Air Maroc 737-800 was like stepping back in time to a different era of flying…but the heat was a little intense. Royal Air Maroc 737-800 Economy Class Review I booked a ticket on Orbitz the...
German Teenagers Denied Entry To US, Jailed After Confessing To Remote Work While Backpacking
German teenagers were denied entry to the US, jailed, strip-searched, and deported after admitting to the high crime of doing remote work while backpacking. This story presents an important reminder for foreign travelers to the USA and will, unfortunately,...
Confirmed: United Airlines Will Debut 787-9 With New Business Class Suites
For months, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has been hinting about a big new announcement this year and we now have a better idea of what it will be: a new Polaris business class seat and ultra-premium configuration on...
“It’s A Boy And We’re Naming Him Ryan” – Woman Fakes Pregnancy To Avoid Baggage Fees On Ryanair
A woman disguised her excess carry-on items as a pregnancy bump in order to avoid extra baggage fees on Ryanair. I’m not so convinced about this particular incident though this trick has certainly been tried (successfully) before… Woman Fakes...
Review: Royal Air Maroc L’Oasis VIP Lounge Marrakech (RAK)
Unlike the pitiful domestic lounge in Casablanca, the Royal Air Maroc L’Oasis VIP Lounge in Marrakech (RAK) was very pleasant, with friendly service and a nice selection of food and drinks. Royal Air Maroc L’Oasis VIP Lounge Review –...
My Kingdom Is Not Of This World
As we approach Eastertide, I offer a brief reflection on this holiday amid turbulent times in our world. On trial before Pontius Pilate, Jesus made a stunning declaration: “My kingdom is not of this world…” (John 18:36) He wasn’t...
United Airlines Is Leaving American Airlines In The Dust At Chicago O’Hare
A leaked slide deck suggests that United Airlines is pulling further ahead of American Airlines as the preferred hometown carrier at Chicago O’Hare (ORD), but is AA on an irreversible death spiral or simply in need of returning to...
Riyadh Air Reveals Jaw-Dropping 787-9 Premium Business Class Suites With 32-Inch Screens And Sliding Doors
Riyadh Air Reveals 787-9 Cabins, Including Jaw-Dropping “Business Elite” Suites With 32-Inch Screens and Sliding Doors Riyadh Air, the highly anticipated new carrier from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has revealed the interior cabins of its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner,...
I Used A Bootleg Rideshare Service In Marrakesh, Morocco…
Ridesharing is not exactly straightforward in Marrakesh, but I found a workable solution with an app called inDrive. Ridesharing In Marrakesh: A Practical Guide Popular ridesharing apps like Uber, Lyft, and even Careem (the regional alternative) are not available...
Hertz Deploys AI To Detect Vehicle Damage—Will It Protect You Or Hurt You?
Hertz Deploys AI to Detect Vehicle Damage — Helpful Innovation or Customer Risk? In an effort to modernize its rental experience and reduce costly disputes, Hertz (along with its Dollar and Budget subsidiaries) will soon deploy AI-powered vehicle inspections...
Review: Park Hyatt Marrakech
After years of anticipation and delay, the Park Hyatt Marrakech opened to guests in 2024. I spent two nights at the property just days after it opened and loved the beautiful common areas, delicious food, and the excellent service...
United Airlines Says Competitors Are “Generations Behind”
United Airlines believes its competitors are “generations behind” and will never catch up, even if they begin investing in the customer experience. United Argues Competitors Are “Generations Behind” During Q1 Earnings Calls I always enjoy listening to the quarterly...
KLM’s “Deluxe Meal Box” In Intra-European Business Class
While SAS just announced it will serve multi-course business class meals on porcelain dishes on intra-European routes, KLM serves boxed meals on its intra-European routes it calls a “deluxe meal box.” Taste Test: KLM “Deluxe Meal Box” In European...
“It Was Sheer Terror!” Marriott Handed Over Room Key To Predator Who Claimed To Be Guest’s Husband
A doctor has shared a harrowing story, claiming that Marriott handed over a room key to access her room to a predator who claimed to be her husband. Marriott Gave Room Key To Predator Who Claimed To Be Guest’s...
Qatar Airways Flight Turns Chaotic As Child Stabs Passenger With Fork Mid-Flight
As her mother slept, a child roamed the aisles of a Qatar Airways longhaul flight holding a metal fork and stabbed an unsuspecting passenger, prompting an outcry of pain. Child Roams Cabin, Stabs Passenger With Fork on Qatar Airways...
American Flight Diverts After “Service Dog” Attacks Passenger
An American Eagle flight was forced to divert in Colorado Springs to offload a passenger after a “service dog” attack onboard. American Eagle Flight Diverts After “Service Dog” Attacks Passenger On April 15, 2025, American flight AA4980 departed from...
Great Coffee In Marrakesh
Marrakesh, Morroco is an enchanting city with coffee options virtually everywhere the eye can see. But for the discerning coffee drinker, I found a place that you must try. Best Coffee In Marrakesh, Morroco Typically, when you stay at...
Photo Essay: Marrakesh After Dark
Marrakesh is unbearably hot during the day in the summer months, but the dry heat is much more bearable once the sun goes down. Here’s a photo essay of my visit to the Marrakesh Medina after dark. Marrakesh By...
