I had one primary goal: to sleep, and in that sense, I could not have asked for more on my American Airlines A321T redeye flight in “Flagship” business class from Los Angeles to Boston. But it sure would be...
Review: American Airlines Admirals Club Los Angeles (LAX) – Terminal 5

American Airlines operates three Admirals Club lounges at Los Angeles International Airport: this review will cover the Terminal 5 location. American Airlines Admirals Club Los Angeles – Terminal 5 (LAX) The lounge is located in Terminal 5 near the...
Review: Hyatt Regency Deerfield, Illinois

I’ve made several recent trips to Chicago and my go-to hotel has been the Hyatt Regency Deerfield. It’s nothing fancy, but does the job and is quite convenient to the northern suburbs of Chicagoland. Hyatt Regency Deerfield Review My...
Review: Hyatt Regency St. Louis At The Arch

Yes, there are better hotels in St. Louis, but I thought the Hyatt Regency St. Louis At The Arch served its purpose well and was quite convenient with friendly service and a nice gym. Hyatt Regency St. Louis At...
Review: Hyatt House Bentonville – Rogers, Arkansas

I was warned about this property, chose to ignore the warning, and understood why I was warned to avoid the Hyatt House Bentonville – Rogers. But you know something? It wasn’t bad at all and there was one redeeming...
Review: Fordson Hotel (Hyatt Unbound Collection)

The Fordson Hotel in Oklahoma City is another great hotel in the Hyatt Unbound Collection. My family enjoyed a very nice one-night stay. Fordson Hotel Review Oklahoma City – Hyatt Unbound Collection At $142/night, the hotel was cheap and...
Review: Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa

My family ended 2024 and began 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa in Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico. It’s an aging property, but has aged gracefully and we greatly enjoyed our stay. World of Hyatt Globalist...
Review: Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows

The Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows is a posh property with cute bungalows, easy parking, great amenities, and a nice breakfast. Andaz Scottsdale Review We spent one night here on our road trip from Los Angeles to Chicago. Booking...
Review: COMO Le Montrachet

COMO Le Montrachet is a unique property that is part of the Singapore group’s offering of small and unique hotels across the world. As of late, they have been quietly expanding with a few new properties in Europe, including...
Review: COMO Alpina Dolomites

While in Munich for work, a friend suggested we have a quick getaway for my birthday. Never one to turn down a trip, I decided to look for a new hotel to experience my special day. One property has...
Review: Delta Sky Club New York B31 (JFK)

Delta’s well-worn B31 Sky Club in New York JFK’s Terminal 4 is packed in the evening and a bit beyond its prime, but it does the job and offers a respectable spread of food and drinks for Delta and...
Review: Delta Sky Club New York A8 (JFK)

Delta’s stylish A8 Sky Club in New York JFK’s Terminal 4 is a beautiful space with a great terrace and sufficiently tucked away such that you can avoid the crowds of the B31 lounge. Delta Sky Club New York...
Review: Aer Lingus Dublin-New York A330-300 Business Class

While we were happy to find three seats on saver award level in business class on Aer Lingus, that’s more or less where the joy ended. Prepare for a snarky review. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support....
Review: Korean Air A380-800 Economy Class

With a comfortable seat, excellent service, and great food, my Korean Air A380-800 flight from Seoul to Los Angeles was one of the best longhaul economy class flights I have ever flown. Korean Air A380-800 Economy Class Review (ICN-LAX)...
Review: Xiamen Airlines First Class Lounge (XMN)

The Xiamen Airlines “First Class” Lounge (also used by business class and SkyTeam ElitePlus passengers) is a respectable lounge in Xiamen, with one aggravating feature. Xiamen Airlines First Class Lounge Review (XMN) After stepping off our flight from Jakarta,...
Review: Xiamen Airlines 737-800 Business Class

From Jakarta to Tapei, I flew on a Xiamen Airlines 737-800 in business class via Xiamen. Both flights were smooth with warm service onboard, though flying Xiamen felt like stepping back decades into the past in terms of the...
Review: Plaza Premium Lounge Jakarta (CGK)

I loved the Plaza Premium Lounge in Jakarta (CGK) Terminal 3, which offers a tranquil environment with a wide selection of food and drink as well as excellent coffee. Plaza Premium Lounge Jakarta Review (CGK) If you are looking...
Review: Garuda Indonesia International Lounge Jakarta (CGK)

Let me be blunt: the Garudia Indonesia International Lounge in Jakarta (CGK), also called the Executive Lounge, is a sorry excuse for a lounge from a five-star carrier at its main hub of operation. Your best is to visit...
Review: JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort – Junior Suite

My family checked into the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort for a conference and stayed for a hurricane. The property was a mix of highs and lows. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t...
Review: KLM 787-9 Economy Class

I enjoyed kind service and a delicious meal on my KLM 787-9 flight from Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta in the extra-legroom “Economy Comfort” section of economy class, a journey of only 699 miles. KLM 787-9 Economy Class Review KLM...