BermudAir, the startup airline from the island of Bermuda has added three new destinations for spring and they are all in the United States. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add...
Points Guy Launches Boutique Hotel Loyalty Program “Journey”
Some of the team behind The Points Guy (Red Ventures) has created a new loyalty program for stays and experiences that fall outside of the mainstream programs. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed...
Seatmate Rats On Exit Row Seat Poacher On United Airlines, Then Claims She Was Trying to Help…
One of the hallmarks of American culture is passive aggressiveness and it was on full display in a rather comical way involving a “stolen” exit row seat on a recent United Airlines flight. Seatmate Rats Out Exit Row Poacher...
Traveling with an Infant in International First Class
Few travel issues evoke more controversy than the matter of children in premium cabins, especially in international first class. I’m not here to debate that, directly. Instead, I want to help guide parents who are considering whether to bring...
Election Fallout: What Could Change In US Travel
With the most consequential election in US history (according to the pundits and both campaigns) what could it mean for travel in 2025 and beyond? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram,...
US CBP Didn’t Allow Us To Enter Our Own Country
Weather and circumstance conspired to return to the US earlier than expected, but we weren’t allowed to enter our own country. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Dodging...
Review: Air India Maharajah Lounge Delhi (DEL)
The Air India Maharajah Lounge in Delhi (DEL) Terminal 3 frankly beat my expectations, though they were quite low to begin with. As the lounge now undergoes renovation through April 2025, I am hopeful that it will emerge as...
Report: Americans Avoiding Travel During Election Week
The upcoming election has some travelers changing their plans and either delaying or forgoing travel during the upcoming US presidential election. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Thanksgiving...
Should I Buy Airline Stocks?
I’ve deliberately avoided buying airline stocks for years, but I wonder if I am just leaving money on the table… Is It Time To Jump Back Into Airline Stocks? Richard Branson once said, “If you want to be a...
Reflection: Grateful For Onboard Doctors Whilst Abroad
While at sea or far flung to the corners of the earth, having a doctor onsite can really be the difference between a dream and a nightmare. If you are considering booking travel please consider Scott & Thomas, it supports...
New Report: Fly Slower, Higher, Only Long Haul For Environment
A new report has a solution to reduce emissions by air travel: fly slower at higher altitudes and eliminate short haul flying. This should totally work. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
The Restorative Value Of Travel, A Personal Story
On a recent trip, I was forced to slow down and relax and I had no idea just how healing and restorative travel can be even after all of these miles and years. If you are considering booking travel or signing up...
JetBlue Eliminates Hot Meals On Transatlantic Flights In Economy Class…
In a sad reflection of the new cost-cutting mentality at JetBlue, hot meals have been eliminated from Core (economy) class on transatlantic flights. JetBlue Eliminates Popular Hot Meal Service On Transatlantic Economy Class Flights JetBlue offers quite a unique...
Riding Out Hurricane Helene At The JW Marriott Marco Island
I was attending a conference at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort and we all chose to ride out Hurricane Helene, here’s what that experience was like. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Are Airline Amenity Kits Wasteful?
I find myself conflicted when it comes to amenity kits on airplanes…they serve an important purpose but are objectively quite wasteful in many cases. As airlines give lip service to environmental concern, amenity kits represent the greatest tension between...
Flight Attendant Says Lavatory Closed So He Defecated On The Galley Floor…
When a flight attendant blocked a man from using the lavatory as the aircraft was on final descent, the man responded by dropping his trousers and defecating on the floor of the forward galley. But what he did after...
The Curse Of A UNESCO World Heritage Designation
Earlier, I wrote about how to best avoid crowds when visiting Angkor Wat in Cambodia. The millions of visitors who flock to the ancient Khmer capital city are a poignant reminder that a UNESCO World Heritage designation can be...
US Travel And Tourism Sets New Record For GDP Contribution
In 2023, a new record was set for the United States Travel and Tourism sector for its GDP contribution and 2024 looks to be even higher. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
DOT Probes Frequent Flyer Programs In Futile, Pointless Effort
The United States Department of Transportation announced a probe into the largest rewards programs of four airlines in the country. But it’s entirely pointless and will change nothing. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
European Airfares Increase To Save The Environment
Complying with new European environmental regulations, carriers are increasing their fares by adding “green fares” to fly cleaner. I’m skeptical it will last. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
