American Airlines’ catering problems at London Heathrow appear to be getting worse, not better. What began as an unexplained disruption has now turned into a full-blown service breakdown on some of the airline’s most important routes. American Airlines London...
American Airlines Catering Meltdown in London Leaves Premium Cabins Bare Bones
American Airlines is facing widespread catering problems on its London Heathrow departures, forcing the carrier to improvise and leaving many premium travelers disappointed. American Airlines Catering Meltdown at London Heathrow American Airlines flights out of London Heathrow (LHR) are...
US Economist Claims UK Is “Failing” Because He Got Lost In London Heathrow Airport…
An economist claims the “formerly-developed” UK is “failing” because of the transit issues he had at London Heathrow. While LHR is not a passenger-friendly airport and the signage is tricky, ultimately, this was a very avoidable issue had he...
Review: Lufthansa Lounge London Heathrow (LHR)
The Lufthansa Lounge in London Heathrow is functional and practical for Star Alliance flyers departing from Terminal 2A and had a surprise that made me laugh out loud. Lufthansa Lounge London Review (LHR) During my long day in T2,...
Review: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge London (LHR)
Whenever I am connecting in London Heathrow Terminal 2, my first stop is always the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge thanks to one amenity that none of the other lounges in Terminal 2 offer… Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge...
If I Had To Pick An Airport Terminal To Live In…
A six-hour layover (which eventually turned into an eight-hour layover) might sound horrible, but not with oneworld emerald status in Terminal 3 at London Heathrow. On the contrary, the layover flew by. For this trip, I had deliberately scheduled...
Viral Video: American Claims “Every Worker Is Indian” At London Heathrow
A viral clip from Heathrow from an American traveler claims that “every worker is Indian” and asks where the “British” workers are. Since the traveler appears serious, we are going to have to break the news to him that...
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...
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: Qatar Airways Frequent Flyer Lounge London Heathrow (LHR – T4)
London Heathrow has many options for oneworld travelers, with more than a half dozen lounges to choose from. The Qatar Airways Frequent Flyer Lounge in LHR Terminal 4 is not as luxe as the Qatar Premium Lounge upstairs but...
Review: Qatar Airways Premium Lounge London (LHR – T4)
London Heathrow is a lounge mecca for oneworld travelers, with more than a half dozen lounges to choose from. The Qatar Airways Premium Lounge in LHR Terminal 4, however, is among the best…if not the best. Qatar Airways Premium...
Review: United Arrivals Lounge London (LHR)
The strong tailwind on our Denver – London flight gave us a few extra minutes to review the United Arrivals Lounge in LHR Terminal 2, a respectable amenity for business class passengers. United Arrivals Lounge London Review (LHR) There...
Star Alliance Lost Half Its Lounges In London Heathrow
Two of the four Star Alliance lounges in London Heathrow (LHR) Terminal 2 are currently closed for refurbishment. That still leaves two options, but prepare for crowds and for the inconvenience, especially if you are traveling out of the...
Where To Smoke Inside London Heathrow Airport
Despite strict prohibitions against smoking in the United Kingdom, you can still smoke at two locations inside London Heathrow Airport. I’ve updated this guide for 2024. A few years ago, I wrote a post entitled, The Secret Place to...
How To Deal With The Climate Thugs Who Vandalized London Heathrow Airport
As I flew out of London Heathrow T5 this week, I noticed the remnants of vandalism from last week’s eco-terrorist climate activists. What can be done to deter these thugs from their infantile and injurious behavior? London Heathrow Vandalism:...
5 Lounges. 4 Security Screenings. My Post-Birthday Rebound At London Heathrow
Yesterday, I lamented my rather pitiful birthday evening stranded at London Heathrow Airport, but things took a positive turn the next day thanks to my business class boarding pass on British Airways and my oneworld Emerald status. It turned out...
Review: Plaza Premium Lounge – London Heathrow T4 (LHR)
Unlike my previous visit, the Plaza Premium in London Heathrow (LHR) T4 was packed with a dismal selection of food…I stayed only a few minutes, preferring to wait for my flight in the gate area. Plaza Premium Lounge Review...
UPDATE: My 60-Minute London Heathrow Connection Went Sideways…
As I feared, my tight connection at London Heathrow Airport was anything but a walk in the park. Let’s break down the comical string of events that transpired, including what made everything moot. 60-Minute London Heathrow Connection: Chaotic As...
Review: Plaza Premium Lounge – London Heathrow T2 (LHR)
We stopped at the Plaza Premium Lounge in London Heathrow T2 and enjoyed a nice brunch prior to our flight. Plaza Premium Lounge London Heathrow T2 Review This lounge has been an on-again, off-again part of the Priority Pass...
