Have you tried to contact a U.S. airline lately? Hold times are ridiculous…and seem to be getting worse. Wasn’t this what bailouts were supposed to prevent against? Instead, the longer hold times demonstrate how airlines took taxpayer money, pocketed...
How A Man Punished His Rude, Barefooted Seatmate
Most of us have seen it at one time or another. Some of us have experienced it. I’m talking about bad seatmates on airplanes, specifically those who think they can use the seat in front of them to rest...
Scary: Boy Chokes In Front Of Me Eating A Business Class Cheeseburger
Scary incident. I was flying from Istanbul to Belgrade on Air Serbia and the kid sitting in front of me choked on his lunch. Boy Chokes On His Business Class Cheeseburger It was a tense few seconds. To hear...
Airline Bailout: Expansion, Gouging At Taxpayer Expense
Carriers weren’t shy to discuss the tremendous hardship they’d be under and just how many jobs would be lost if they weren’t granted a bailout. But now that the recovery is here, the airlines seem to have forgotten who...
Dance Moms Host Abby Lee Miller Sues American Airlines
The former host of Dance Moms, Abby Lee Miller, has sued American Airlines for an incident in 2019. Here are the myriad reasons why her lawsuit is frivolous. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...
Which Countries In Europe Are Open To Americans?
As Europe re-opens to travelers from the United States it is not always clear where you can go and where you cannot for tourism. Many guides online list some countries and not others, so I wanted to put together...
Hyatt Validates My Unwavering Loyalty
It’s not just the latest lucrative quarterly promotion that has me singing praises for Hyatt: it is the consistently superior experience I enjoy as a guest. Why Hyatt Earns My Loyalty I shared about how Marriott needlessly antagonizes its...
Have We Learned Anything? Wash Your Hands PLEASE…
I got off a flight a couple days ago in Los Angeles and made a beeline for the restroom. I wasn’t the only one. But apparently I was the only one who remembered to wash his hands. Wash Your...
Anthony Bourdain Vs Rick Steves – Which Are You?
Two of the most famous travel hosts on TV were Anthony Bourdain and Rick Steves. The two, and their audiences, have commonalities but are very, very different. Which are you? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
My 10 Favorite Airline Commercials
As a self-professed airline nerd, I enjoy just about every airline commercial. However, some are better than others…indeed, some are much better. Here’s a countdown of my 10 favorite airline commercials of all time. #10 – Virgin Atlantic 25th...
How To Fly With A Gun
Flying with a gun isn’t as complicated as one might think, but there’s a right way and lots of wrong ways to do it. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
Seen Any Good Movies On Airplanes Lately?
Earlier this week I flew from London to Los Angeles on Virgin Atlantic (details coming in a future post). There were many things I loved about the flight, but one was the chance to watch a couple movies which...
Turo Car Rentals Is Having Its Moment
The “Airbnb” of cars is here and it’s been here but right now it’s having its moment. 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...
Cicada Tacos, 17 Years In The Making…
So much of travel is experiencing news tastes and smells. Coming soon to a taqueria near you in the United States, but only on a limited basis: cicada tacos. Cicada Tacos Available After 17-Year Wait Cicadas are fascinating. In...
I’ve Started Bringing My Own Cups And Glasses When I Fly…
Airlines have restored in-flight service at different paces, but with the exception of JetBlue, one thing is consistent: drinks are served in disposable plastic or paper. I’ve had enough and started bringing my own cups and glasses from home....
Disney Mask Policy Changes, Complicates Experience
Universal Studios’ move earlier in the week has forced Disney World mask policy changes, but it only moves to further complicate the experience. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
Can You Rent A Car Without A Driver’s License?
Can you rent a car without a driver’s license? Yes and no – there’s a lot to unpack. 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...
When Does A Passenger Of Size Become A Passenger Of Danger?
Here’s an interesting issue I want to approach in a very sensitize way. When does a passenger of size (a large or overweight passenger) on an airplane become a danger such that transport itself places the safety of others...
COVID-19 Surging In Seychelles, The Most Vaccinated Nation On Earth
The fact that COVID-19 is surging in Seychelles is a sad reflection that all vaccinations are not created equal. COVID-19 Rising Rapidly In Seychelles, Despite Vaccination Success In terms of population share, Seychelles had vaccinated more citizens than any...
Mother’s Day Travel Reflections
This Mother’s Day I am thinking about the unique role mothers play in travel. 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...
