It’s time for my next trip report, a short one that will detail my trip to Italy last month. Let’s just say I took the scenic route… An ambitious goal to be sure, but it is my desire to...
My Final Flight on Air Berlin
Last week I flew Air Berlin from Zurich to Dusseldorf. I suspect it will be my last time ever flying the carrier… Air Berlin has been vexed with poor management, high operating costs, and a competitive environment in Germany...
How Bad was Aerolineas Argentinas Business Class?
My expectations were so low stepping onto my Aerolineas Argentinas flight in Club Condor (business) class that the mediocre onboard product managed to impress me. The business class cabin was clean and the color scheme fresh. New IFE units...
So Much for Flying Air Berlin…
I am on a business trip to Europe to this week and had planned to travel on Air Berlin from Los Angeles to Dusseldorf yesterday. Unfortunately, the carrier’s bankruptcy complicated my plans. Although this trip has been scheduled for...
“Old, Fat and Ugly” Aeroflot FAs Sue Airline for Discrimination
A pair of Aeroflot FAs who proudly call themselves “old, fat and ugly” are suing their employer for discrimination, claiming they were sidelined by a new effort to use younger, prettier, slimmer FAs. Aeroflot defends its actions on safety grounds....
Next Trip: Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Europa, and Alitalia!
Some trips I book months in advance, some trips I book the day before. This is one of those trips that I have been looking forward to for months. While it may not be reasonably possible to review every...
Air Berlin Bailed Out by German Government
Air Berlin filed for bankruptcy protection today after Etihad Airways pulled the plug on future funding. The German government quickly stepped in to provide a bridge loan so that Air Berlin can continue operations as it searches for a...
United Airlines Trims Three European Routes
United Airlines is cutting back service to two cities in the United Kingdom and one in Ireland. Service to Birmingham, England will end on October 5th and the station will close: Last outbound flight departs Newark – EWR on...
Dinner: Aegean Economy Outshines Lufthansa First Class
Last week I flew from Los Angeles to Frankfurt in Lufthansa First Class then connected on a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Amman via Athens in Aegean economy class. Believe it or not, the dinner on the 807-mile ATH-AMM...
This is Why I Love Aeroflot
Aeroflot is one of the most underrated airlines in the world. From “real” business class seats on flights within Europe to warm service to a modern fleet, the carrier is nothing like its Soviet footprint. Oh, and the food is...
“We’re All Humans”: Air Berlin FA Feeds Me
Earlier this week I flew Eurowings on an undisclosed route operated by Air Berlin. An unexpected and kind gesture from a FA really made my day. It was an afternoon flight and as is customary, no complimentary snack or...
Domestic Greek Flights on Aegean Airlines
What is service like on a short internal flight in Greece on Aegean Airlines? Aegean Airlines is one of my favorite airlines in Europe. The carrier boasts a young fleet, great crews, and a full-service product. After a day...
Does Aeroflot Still Use Russian Planes?
I have three “problem airlines” at Award Expert, airlines that clients are very hesitant to fly. The first is Turkish Airlines. I have made the case for why Turkish is safe and a slam-dunk choice, but the resistance continues....
Innovative Aer Lingus Onboard Coffee
My brother Andrew lives in Germany and surprised me with this post waiting in my inbox this morning. I think it’s pretty good! I figure I should introduce myself as I hope to submit more content here as time...
Airline Accused of Banning “Old, Fat and Ugly” Flight Attendants
Such a proud day for Aeroflot yesterday with news that it had been named World’s Most Powerful Airline Brand. But today, allegations have emerged from a disgruntled group of FAs that the Russian carrier is banning flight attendants deemed...
United Offers Unlimited Domestic Upgrades—but there is a catch!
Yesterday United announced it will be implementing a complimentary upgrade scheme starting in Q2 next year. The changes will bring UA’s domestic upgrade program closer to those of Continental, US Airways, and Delta. Details: First, this was posted on...
