I’m just going to come out and say it here: no, a family was not denied boarding on American Airlines because they were Jewish. Shame on this family for–who arrived late to the gate–for trying to blame their tardiness...
Trump Executive Order Lifts Ban On Supersonic Flights Over USA
As US companies work on a next-generation of jets that exceed the speed of sound, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order lifting the ban on supersonic flights over United States land. Trump Lifts Ban On Supersonic Flights...
Economy Class Breakfast On Qatar Airways
Each week, my Meal of the Week feature examines an airline meal from my travels over the years. This may be a meal from earlier in the week or it may be a meal served over a decade ago. This week’s...
My American Airlines 787-9 Tour: Here’s A Look At Every Cabin On New Flagship Dreamliner
American Airlines debuted its brand new 787-9 yesterday with a pair of domestic flights between Chicago and Los Angeles. I had the chance to tour AA’s new flagship aircraft and am excited to share some pictures and first impressions...
Major Carriers Extend Flight Cancellations To Israel: Here’s The List
Several weeks after a rocket attack penetrated air defenses and struck the outskirts of Tel Aviv’s main international airport, many carriers–including both US carriers–have resumed service to Israel, though several have extended flight cancellations, including the entire Lufthansa Group....
Parade Over Planes: Trump’s Birthday Bash To Halt Flights At Reagan National Airport
Travelers beware: a large-scale military parade in Washington, DC on President Trump’s 79th birthday will require the closure of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and the delay of over 100 flights. Washington National Airport (DCA) Will Close On...
Trump Announces New Travel Ban Targeting 19 Nations (Full List)
US President Donald Trump has introduced new travel restrictions that include a full travel ban impacting 12 countries and a partial ban on seven more. President Trump Announces New Travel Ban Affecting 19 Countries (Full List) On June 5,...
Delicious Superfood On British Airways
I tried the “Pollen + Grace mezze houmous and rainbow veg grain bowl” on British Airways and thought it was fabulous…the sort of superfood that I go out of my way to eat at home…which is rare for an...
United Airlines + Spotify: A Mile-High Streaming Upgrade With Music, Podcasts, And Audiobooks
United Airlines and Spotify are teaming up to offer hundreds of hours of content on the seatback screen of hundreds of United aircraft. Spotify Content Now Streaming On United Airlines Seatbacks United has announced a unique collaboration with Spotify...
Review: Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong
Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong Review As much as I love the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, this hotel was only $140/night and I found that too good of a deal to pass up. Furthermore, I did not arrive...
11-Hours In SAS A350 Premium Economy Class…
For our journey back from Germany, we flew from Zurich to Los Angeles via Copenhagen in SAS Plus, the premium economy class cabin. The 11-hour journey from CPH to LAX on the A350 was quite pleasant and productive for...
Fair? Condor A321 Misses Munich Curfew By 10 Seconds, Causing EIGHT-HOUR Detour
One Mile At A Time shares about the latest airport curfew drama, this time involving a Condor flight bound for Munich that arrived 10 seconds too late, leading to a diversion and an eight-hour delay. Was that diversion reasonable?...
Dreamliner To Rome: Alaska Airlines Confirms First Europe Route
Alaska Airlines will launch service from Seattle to Rome in 2026, marking its first destination in Europe. Let’s unpack the strategy behind this new route. Alaska Airlines Picks Rome As First European Destination Using 787-9 Dreamliner One of the...
Photo Essay: Resilient Hong Kong
I was only in Hong Kong for a day and didn’t wander around all that much, but I had to smile at how resilient this great city is. Resilient Hong Kong – A Photo Essay I have not hidden...
Capital One Venture X Lounge Access Changes (Mostly Negative)
Capital One has announced significant changes to the lounge access benefits for its Venture X and Venture X Business credit cards, effective February 1, 2026. These adjustments will impact authorized users and guest access policies for both Capital One...
Fact: You Have Full Control Over Your Air Vent, Just Like Your Seat Recline
A Delta Air Lines passenger encountered an odd seatmate who insisted that ALL air vents be closed because he was cold. Sorry, that is not the way it works, and like seat recline, you have a right to open...
Whew! Lufthansa First Class Is Safe…For Now
Some good news this morning in terms of our miles and points: at least for now, partners still have access to Lufthansa First Class award space even though Miles & More has now gone dynamic in terms of pricing....
Unreal: Flight Attendant Performs Citizen’s Arrest On “Thieving” Colleague Over Missing Snack Box
Some people have far too much time on their hands and are far too self-important. Take a flight attendant who felt it necessary to perform a “citizen’s arrest” against her colleague, which turned violent. The crime? A missing snack...
Fly Cheaper From Newark: Runway Ready, Fares Falling
Runway construction at Newark Airport is now complete, nearly two weeks ahead of schedule, and as United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has frequently reminded us, there are excellent deals available out of Newark this summer. Here’s a very poignant...
“He Was Dancing Naked In Business Class!” British Airways Flight Attendant Has Cocaine Meltdown
We’ve come to expect the occasional in-flight spectacle from an unruly passenger, especially when drugs or alcohol are involved. But on a recent British Airways flight, it wasn’t a traveler making headlines–it was a flight attendant. British Airways Flight...
