Yesterday afternoon a cracked windshield forced an American Airlines flight bound for Tokyo to return to Chicago. Flight 153 was operated by a 787-8 with 164 passengers and 13 crew members. The flight left at 3pm CT and returned...
Must-Have Tools For Any Road Warrior

Like many of our readers, I am a full-time road warrior at this point in my career. Readers, friends, and co-workers often ask me what tools I use to make life easier. Here are my must-have tools for any...
All The Patriotic Quotes In Your U.S. Passport

When the U.S. passport was redesigned in 2007, not only was a biometric chip added, but the pages were reimagined. Images were added. Ostensibly to cut down on counterfeits, the dark images have made some stamps difficult to read....
Review: British Airways Galleries Lounge – London Heathrow T3 (LHR)

I’m going to keep this one brief: stay away. In a terminal in which your oneworld business class ticket can get you into the American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas lounges (all superior choices), there is little need to...
Review: Timberline Steaks & Grille Denver Airport (Priority Pass Restaurant)

Last week I had a three hour connection in Denver, giving me a perfect opportunity to try out the Timberline Steaks & Grille, a Priority Pass restaurant. I wrote about this restaurant when it was first introduced to the...
THIS Is How You Deal With An Unruly Passenger

When a passenger is so disruptive that a diversion is required, one course of action makes sense to me: ban him for life. It’s invariably a him, isn’t it? That’s what happened to passenger on Jet2 after a flight...
Live and Let’s Fly Weekend Digest: June 10, 2018

Greetings from Midtown Manhattan. I’ll be on my way home shortly after a great weekend at FTU in New York. If you missed it, there the next event is in Washington DC coming up in August. It was a great...
Exchanging Free Business Class For Paid

Though we already had our Christmas tickets purchased, a change in the plans thanks to Hotwire.com had us swap in our “free” (paid with miles) tickets for reasonably-priced business class tickets. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
My Travel-Worthy Favorite Foods

One of the best parts of traveling to new places is sampling new cuisines. Traveling to a place to eat something exotic is nothing new. Foodies from all over the world are flooding the feeds of Instagram and Anthony...
Breaking News: Aircraft From Havana Crashes After Takeoff

If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. The Daily Mirror has breaking news out of Havana,...
Should This Man Have Been Thrown Off My Flight?

What happens when you just cannot hold it, but defy FAs in using the lavatory? On my way back from Hawaii, the man across the aisle from me simply could not hold it. At least that’s what he said....
How Would You Handle a Brat Playing Loud Video Games on Airplane?

As the proud father of one, I’ve undergone a radical transformation when it comes to baby on airplanes. I used to be part of the crowd that loved to “hate” on babies making noise, but now am one of...
Pictures: LAX Automated People Mover

Yesterday, I shared details about the new “Automated People Mover” (trains) coming to Los Angeles by 2023. This project will make public transportation more accessible at LAX as well as eliminate some of the pollution that perpetually hangs over...
Five Unconventional Places I Hope To Visit This Summer

Summer is the time of year I usually stay home: it’s when most people have time to travel and therefore the perfect opportunity for me to take a break from traveling and avoid the crowds. This year, due to...
The 10 Least Expensive Cities in the World

Yesterday I shared the 10 most expensive cities in the world. Today, we’ll explore the 10 least expensive cities in the world. Each year The Economist publishes a list of the most and least expensive cities in the world....
Why Are There So Many Animals In Airline Cabins?

An honest question: why are there so many animals in airline cabins? How did people ever get by without them in the past? As near as I can tell, this is a uniquely American issue. I never see pets...
The 10 Most Expensive Cities in the World

What are the 10 most expensive cities in the world to live in? The Economist compiles an annual report each year and is out with its 2018 list. This list is formulated based upon a number of factors, including...
Our Best Souvenir: Professional Vacation Photography

Photos capture unforgettable memories and quality is important. Hiring a photographer on your vacation can give you the greatest souvenir of all. While you may think it’s out of your budget, you might be surprised to find that vacation...
Bizarre Business Class Advice in Harper’s Bazaar

It’s time to start calling out the mainstream media on fake upgrade and premium cabin stories. Several days ago a friend at United Airlines forwarded me an internal communication heralding the high ranking of United Polaris from Harper’s Bazaar. I...
Guide: Transit Without a Visa in Vietnam

Transiting through Vietnam is tricky if you don’t have a visa. But it’s possible. Here’s how to do it. Obtaining a visa in advance is not necessary if you arriving into Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, or Da Nang....