My 546-mile Garuda Indonesia 777-300ER flight from Singapore to Jakarta operated like a well-oiled clock: takeoff, serve the meal, collect the meal, land. There’s still very much a full-service culture on East Asian carriers and that was readily apparent...
Review: Marhaba Lounge Singapore (SIN – T3)
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I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. I appreciate that the Marhaba Lounge makes an effort to provide a more tranquil place to wait for your flight as...
Review: Vietnam Airlines A321-200 Economy Class
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My Vietnam Airlines A321-200 flight in economy class from Ho Chi Minh City to Singapore was punctual, clean, but admittedly a bit boring…reminding me in a way of what flying used to be like. And I don’t miss it…...
Review: Vietnam Airlines Lotus Business Class Lounge Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
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The Vietnam Airlines Lotus Business Class Lounge in Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) has remained remarkably consistent over the years and offers a nice retreat from the busy concourses below. Vietnam Airlines Lotus Business Class Lounge Review (SGN) If...
Review: China Airlines Lounge Taipei (TPE – T1)
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China Airlines has a beautiful lounge in Taipei Terminal 1 that is virtually unchanged since my 2017 review. Nevertheless, here’s an updated look at China Airlines’ flagship lounge. China Airlines Lounge Taipei Review (TPE) The lounge is open daily...
Review: Air France A320-200 Economy Class
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I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. My two-hour Air France A320-200 economy class trip from Paris to Tunis was uneventful, but on an aircraft I hope to...
A Quick Wink At Marriott CDG Airport
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I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. As I lamented earlier, the entire endeavor was probably not worthwhile for the few hours we stayed there, but I appreciated...
Girls Just Want To Have Fun On LOT Polish…
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I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. My flight from Warsaw to Paris on LOT Polish was…unique…thanks to a large group of students onboard who did not want...
Review: LOT Polish 737 MAX 8 Economy Class
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I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. From Bucharest to Warsaw we flew on a brand new LOT Polish 737 MAX 8 in economy class, enjoying a pleasant...
Review: TAROM 737-800 Economy Class
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I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. You really should not expect much when flying most European carriers within Europe, but TAROM really left a lot to be...
Review: Puerta De Alcalá Lounge Madrid (MAD)
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I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. I’m not sure I will ever understand why Air Europa does not operate its own lounge(s) at its Madrid hub, but...
Much-Needed Rest At Hilton Madrid Airport
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I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. After a long two days of flying, it was great to check in to the Hilton Madrid Airport and enjoy much-needed...
A Pleasant Trip To Malaga On SAS A320neo Economy Class
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I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. It was such a beautiful day in Copenhagen (a rare clear and unseasonably warm November day) that I hated to leave…a...
Review: Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge London (LHR)
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The refurbished Singapore SilverKris Lounge in London (LHR) looks a lot like the old one…and that is generally a good thing. Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge London Review Located near gate B36 of LHR T2, the Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge...
Review: Air India Maharaja Lounge New York (JFK)
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Other than the sign reflecting Air India’s new logo, nothing about this Star Alliance lounge in JFK Terminal 4 has changed much over the last few years. I’ve provided updated pictures of the food and drink selection, all of...
JetBlue A321LR Redeye: Solid, Even In Economy Class
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I’m live-blogging my SAS EuroBonus SkyTeam Million Mile challenge this week. Click here for background and route information. I find JetBlue such a positively consistent product. While it is never ideal to fly in economy class on a redeye...
Review: Hyatt Vacation Club At Coconut Cove
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Our one-night stay at Hyatt Vacation Club at Coconut Cove was a mixed bag for reasons obvious and self-inflicted but a few outside our control too. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us...
Review: Flipside Luggage Carry-On Kimberley (Red)
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Flipside Luggage’s Carry-On Kimberley is trying to make life easier for travelers with its clever compartmentalization. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. The End To Laundry Bags Flipside...
Review: The West Hollywood EDITION
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Heidi and I recently had a “date night” and decided to spend the night at The West Hollywood EDITION, an upscale Marriott property and my first time staying with that brand. Our stay was largely positive, though I found...
Review: United Airlines 777-200 Premium Economy
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After a long layover in Newark spent in the Polaris Lounge, I flew from Newark to San Francisco on a United Airlines 777-200 in Premium Plus, United’s premium economy product. United Airlines 777-200 Premium Economy Review I purchased a...