A note to passengers who choose the aisle seat: don’t be grumpy when your seatmates ask you to get up so they can use the lavatory or grab something from their bag. It’s uncouth. Hey Aisle Seat Passengers, Don’t...
Naked Woman Goes On Rampage At DFW Airport
A woman stripped naked and ran through Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport squirting people with her water bottle while screaming about being a polyglot and then destroying airport equipment. Naked Woman Rants And Raves At DFW Airport Unfortunately,...
How I Summer In Germany
When I’m summering in southwest Germany, my routine is very simple and very satisfying. Summering In Germany: My Daily Routine I’ve written about this before, but every summer I return to Germany feels better than the last and this...
Member Of British Punk Band Say He Was Denied Entry To USA For Anti-Trump Statements…
Another week, another US deportation under questionable circumstances. This time, I’m not jumping to any conclusions, but I do find it another interesting data point that three members (out of four) of a British punk band who were vocally...
Higher Annual Fees On United Airlines Credit Cards, But New Statement Credits: A Detailed Breakdown
Annual fees on the entire collection of United Airlines-Chase co-branded credit cards are rising, with new benefits added (and some reduced or eliminated). Let’s take a look at these changes. United Airlines Overhauls Credit Card Portfolio – A Rundown...
Ugh: Aeroplan Devalues United Airlines Redemptions With No Access To Extra Space
Dynamic pricing has gone live on United Airlines awards booked via Air Canada Aeroplan and the new pricing represents a steep devaluation with no corresponding benefit, at least not yet. United Airlines Redemptions Go Dynamic On Aeroplan: Worse Than...
Review: British Airways A319 Club Europe
Flying British Airways Club Europe (business class) is not glamorous, but still a treat. Here’s a review of my short Airbus A319 flight from London to Basel. British Airways A319 Club Europe Review (LHR-BSL) I’m thankful that British Airways...
Final Call: Fixed-Price United Airlines Redemptions On Aeroplan
Redemption rates are changing (and mostly going up) tomorrow, March 25, 2025 in two different programs…it’s your last call to reserve Hyatt properties at prevailing World of Hyatt rates and your last chance to redeem United Airlines awards via...
Final Call: 2025 World Of Hyatt Category Changes
Redemption rates are changing (and mostly going up) tomorrow, March 25, 2025, in two different programs…it’s your last call to reserve Hyatt properties at prevailing World of Hyatt rates and your last chance to redeem United Airlines awards via...
Earning United Premier 1K Status Exclusively Through Credit Card Spending
You can now (almost) earn Premier 1K status in the United Airlines MileagePlus program via credit card spending alone. There is one caveat, though, and an even larger red flag: it’s not worthwhile when you run the numbers. You...
United Airlines Transpacific Flight Diverts After Pilot Forgets Passport
A United Airlines flight to Shanghai was forced to make a U-turn over the Pacific Ocean after one of the pilots discovered a critical missing item: his passport. Pilot Forgets Passport, Forcing Diversion Of Transpacific United Airlines 787-9 Flight...
United Airlines Overhauls Lounge Access Policy, Raises Membership Prices
United Airlines has overhauled its lounge access policy and–in some circumstances–dramatically raised membership prices to its network of United Club lounges. United Airlines Announces Two Lounge Membership Tiers, New Pricing For United Club Access While not quite as draconian...
Review: British Airways Galleries First Lounge (LHR – T5 South)
The British Airways Galleries First Lounge in London Heathrow Terminal 5 South is no Concorde Room, but a nice step up from the crowded business class lounge one floor above. British Airways Galleries First Lounge London (LHR T5 South)...
London Heathrow Airport Reopens After Fire Caused “Significant Power Outage”
UPDATE: London Heathrow Airport has reopened and is fully operational after a fire at a nearby electrical station forced the airport to be shut down for over 16 hours. The airport promised, “We have hundreds of additional colleagues on...
Hilarious: Scandinavian Airlines Trolls British Media After Royal Blunder
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) trolled British media on social media after two networks confused the carrier with a British military unit with the same initials. British Media Confuses SAS For Special Air Service, A UK Military Unit The closure of London...
New Delta Air Lines Centennial Safety Video
Delta Air Lines is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a centennial safety video featuring flight attendant uniforms over the years and a special cameo by Deltalina. Delta Air Lines Centennial Safety Video: A Hundred Years Of Safety As it...
Review: Qantas Lounge London (LHR)
The Qantas Lounge in London Heathrow Terminal 3 is an ideal alternative to the nearby British Airways Lounge and my favorite oneworld lounge in LHR T3. Qantas Lounge London Review (LHR – T3) Business class passengers on oneworld as well...
Review: Cathay Pacific Business Class Lounge London (LHR)
The Cathay Pacific business class lounge in London Heathrow Terminal 3 is spacious and comfortable with great food and beverage options. Cathay Pacific Business Class Lounge London Review (LHR) For a review of the adjoining Cathay Pacific first class...
US Denies It Blocked Entry To French Tourist For Text Messages Critical Of Trump
A French scientist traveling as a tourist to the USA to attend a scientific convention in Texas claims he was denied entry and sent back to France after US border agents found messages critical of Donald Trump on his...
“Constipated” Traveler Claims United Airlines Pilot Broke Into Lavatory And Pulled Him Off Toilet, Then Launched Anti-Semitic Rant…
A “constipated” 20-year-old man is suing United Airlines, claiming a United pilot broke into the lavatory he was accused of “monopolizing” and pulled him out…with his pants down. The man, who is Orthodox Jewish, is also alleging anti-Semitism. Constipated...
