As Matthew outlined yesterday, we regrettably say goodbye to a former commenter and reader of Live And Let’s Fly. My reflections differ from Matthew’s. Suicide Prevention Hotline If you or someone you know is suffering from suicidal thoughts, there...
Why The Largest US Hotel (Outside Of Vegas) Was Abandoned in San Francisco
The largest US hotel outside of Las Vegas, the Hilton Union Square in San Francisco, California has been abandoned by its owner at a cost of $750 million, here’s why. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
Four Children Found Alive 40 Days After Amazon Plane Crash
Four children have been found alive in the jungle 40 days after surviving a plane crash that took the lives of their mother, the pilot, and an indigenous leader. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
Crispy French Fries On An Airplane Are Possible – Well Done, United Airlines!
Last month, I reviewed a new dish on United Airlines served in domestic first class that includes a cheeseburger and French Fries. I applauded the effort but lamented how soggy the French Fries were. Well, I tried the dish...
The Death Of A Notorious Blog Reader
Regular readers of Live And Let’s Fly may have noticed a prominent voice in the comments section has been absent for the last several weeks. That is because he killed himself. His death is a sad testament of the...
Bad News: Bipartisan Bill Would Allow Airlines To Obscure Ticket Pricing
More transparency does not mean misleading consumers over the final price of an airline ticket. A bipartisan proposal in Congress to relax all-in pricing rules for airline tickets would undermine transparency and needlessly confuse consumers. Congress Proposes Change That...
Every Vacation To Germany Makes Me Want To Live In Germany
Our time in Germany was sweet as always. The thing is that I could have this life…it wasn’t just a vacation considering I continued to work most days. But is it the right time? Is it the right move?...
Great Dane Flops Over Two Seats On American Airlines
A man purchased three seats on an American Airlines transcontinental flight: one for himself, and two for his dog, a Great Dane he categorizes as a “psychiatric service animal.” Great Dane Gets Comfortable On American Airlines A321 Video has...
Prince Harry Jets Back To California After Travel Looms Large In UK Trial
Prince Harry has returned to his family in California after several days of testimony in a lawsuit against UK tabloids over hacking that centered on travel. Prince Harry Testifies Intimate Travel Details Published In UK Tabloids Only Available Via...
Why My Wife Was Annoyed By The Paris Airport Restrooms
After stepping off our Air France flight at Paris CDG Airport, we made a restroom stop in the arrivals hall. It was there Heidi encountered a reminder that there are still certain assumptions attached to motherhood and being female....
The Stress Of Traveling From Paris-Est On TGV Train
We’ve almost missed our train two trips in a row at at Paris-Est and wonder if we are doing something wrong to cause so much stress? Delayed TGV Trains And The Stress Of Paris-Est Travel I am not experienced...
Were Three Women Really Bumped Off Southwest Airlines Flight To Accommodate Passenger Of Size?
A woman claims she and her daughter and her friend were bumped off a Southwest Airlines flight to accommodate a passenger of size who needed more room onboard. But if that sounds far-fetched, it’s probably because there likely is...
Should Air India Be Banned From USA For Utilizing Russian Airspace?
Air India has been in the news this week for its unplanned mechanical diversion to Russia, but the same question applies to Gulf carriers, Chinese carriers, and any airline that utilizes Russian airspace. Should these carriers be banned from...
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby Says Russian Airspace Should Be Off-Limits To All Carriers Serving USA
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has asserted that Russian airspace should be off-limits to any carrier that wishes to serve the United States. United Airlines CEO Kirby: Foreign Carriers Flying To USA Via Russian Airspace Is a “Crisis In...
A Delicious Lunch At Marche Saint Quentin (Paris)
Before our train trip to Switzerland, we stopped for lunch at the lovely Marche Saint Quentin, near Paris Est station. Lunch At Marche Saint Quentin, The Quintessential French Market In Paris Heidi and I were both in the mood...
Review: YOTELAIR Lounge Paris (CDG)
As I reflect upon the YOTELAIR Lounge at Paris Charles DeGualle (CDG) my emotions are mixed. On the one hand it was so comically bad that it was cute. On the other hand, it did serve its purpose after...
Review: Air France 777-300ER Economy Class
There was much to like about Air France 777-300ER in economy class from Los Angeles to Paris, though a mostly-empty flight (after an 18-hour delay) certainly made a material difference in terms of our comfort. Overall, we enjoyed excellent...
SFO-Bound Air India Flight Diverts To Russia: Passengers Sleep On School Floor For 36 Hours While Flight Crews Sleeps In Hotel
This story is complex on many levels. An Air India 777 bound for San Francisco encountered engine trouble and was forced to divert to a remote Russian town. Now passengers face a 36-hour wait for a rescue aircraft and...
Doctor Arrested For “Grabbing Female Passenger’s Crotch” On Delta Air Lines On A Trip To Propose To Girlfriend
A Georgia doctor who claims that he flew to Maine to propose to his girlfriend on Delta Air Lines, was arrested for groping his female seatmate. He claims it happened because the cabin was dark and his hand slipped....
Review: Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel (LAX)
We spent the night at the Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel at LAX. While this hotel has seen better days and I greatly prefer the Hyatt Regency LAX a few blocks away, we were thankful for the impromptu staycation...
