We took my kids to the “family farm” in Germany where my wife’s relatives have been farming for generations. It was a good visit, even though I was thankful it was just a visit. Farm Livin’ Ain’t The Life...
Abolish TSA? Privatize Airport Security? How About We Start With Eliminating Liquid Ban…
A new bill introduced in the US Senate seeks to abolish the TSA and privatize airport security. But before we “throw the baby out with the bathwater” couldn’t we start by ending the liquid ban? US Senators Introduce Bill...
Switzerland Unveils The Most Beautiful Passport In The World
Switzerland is transforming its iconic red passport, with a new design that blends security with artistry to create what I’d consider the most beautiful (and technically advanced) passport in the world. Beautiful New Swiss Passport Is Interactive The iconic...
Great Coffee In Ludwigsburg, Germany
After a lovely afternoon in the Blühende Barock, we sat down for an enjoyable cup of coffee in the quaint German city of Ludwigsburg. Best Coffee In Ludwigsburg, Germany Ludwigsburg is a city in the German state of Baden-Württemberg...
Aeromexico Closes Both Flagship Mexico City Lounges At Once, Offers No Alternates
Just a warning to those of you flying Aeromexico or on a SkyTeam carrier from Mexico City (MEX): two flagship lounges are closed for 11 months with few viable alternatives. Aeromexico Closed Both Flagship Lounges In Mexico City Both...
Insane: American Airlines Forbids Agents From Assisting With Standby
If American Airlines really wants to be a premium carrier, it needs to stop alienating passengers with ridiculous standby policies that could not be more customer-unfriendly. Come on AA, this is such a low-hanging fruit… A Silly Rule American...
Airline Demand On Canada – US Routes Collapses By More Than 70%
Demand for airline tickets on flights between Canada to the USA has collapsed, with forward bookings down as much as 75% as an ongoing trade war between the United States and Canada shows no signs of slowing down. Airline...
Great Coffee In Offenburg, Germany
Great service and great coffee often go hand-in-hand and I enjoyed not only wonderful coffee but great conversation at Arnolds Kaffeemanufaktur in Offenburg, Germany. Best Coffee In Offenburg, Germany We were driving from the Basel area to Stuttgart and...
Help Me Plan My Time In Prague
I’ll soon be visiting Prague, my first time returning to Czechia since 2006. I’d welcome your advice on how to spend my (short) time there. Tips For Visiting Prague – Your Advice Is Requested! The last time I was...
If You’re Going To Be Grumpy, Don’t Pick An Aisle Seat…
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...
