Lufthansa will launch a new route between San Diego and Munich starting in March 2022, utilizing one of its latest widebody jets, the Airbus A350-900. New A350 Munich – San Diego Service On Lufthansa Lufthansa flew between Frankfurt and...
Review: Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok
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The Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok is a Bangkok institution that offers incredible amenities and a very comfortable guest room. I greatly enjoyed my stay and consider this resort one that has aged very well. Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok Review...
Saturday Night Live Sketch Hilariously Parodies Mid-Tier Hotel Chains
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If you need a five minute break from your day, take a look at this hilarious sketch from Saturday Night Live which parodies what to expect at a typical mid-tier roadside hotel in 2021: This is so spot-on! From...
Shrewd: United Airlines Invests In ZeroAvia Hydrogen-Electric Engines
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In a shrewd move that has netted positive headlines from around the world, United Airlines continued its push toward net zero carbon emissions with a new investment in ZeroAvia hydrogen-electric engines. With this sustainability investment and engine order, United hopes...
I’m Having Second Thoughts On Skipping The Most Lucrative American Airlines Deal Of The Year (Earn Up to 240 Miles Per Dollar Spent)
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3:00PM ET UPDATE: The deal is dead. American says the bonus will be honored. Congrats to all who got in on it. 8:00AM ET UPDATE: View From The Wing...
UK Airlines Attack Omicron Restrictions, Demand Fresh Bailout
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Airlines in the United Kingdom are pushing back against the latest government restrictions on travel, warning the measures have already destabilized and may create a “permanent scarring” of the airline industry. UK Airlines Push Back Against Government’s “Haphazard” Approach...
Old Friends United: Virgin Australia Partnership With United Airlines
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After a long dalliance with Delta Air Lines, a delta has occurred and Virgin Australia is re-united with United Airlines. Frequent flyers on both sides of the Pacific can look forward to new benefits when flying United and Virgin...
United Airlines CEO Paints A Bleak Future For Regional Jets
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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby sees a diminishing market for regional jets while holding out hope that roomier aircraft can create new markets to stimulate demand and solidify loyalty. The Questionable Future Of Regional Jets According To United Airlines...
Lions Break Out Of Shipping Container At Singapore Changi Airport
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Two lions on their ways to an overseas destination broke out of their shipping container at Singapore Changi Airport, consternating Singapore Airlines staff, which were forced to call in back-up. Pair Of Lions Escape Container At Singapore Airport The...
American Airlines: Hoping For Improvement With CEO Isom At Helm
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American Airlines announced last week that Robert Isom would replace Doug Parker as CEO of the carrier. Here’s to hoping for improvement – but what other choice do we have? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
Making Magic At Universal Studios
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Our daughter was a little hesitant to try some of the rides at Universal Studios but there’s magic to be made. One employee made all of the difference. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...
Viewing A SpaceX Rocket Launch at Cape Canaveral
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During a recent trip to Orlando, my family was able to visit the Space Coast and see a SpaceX rocket launch from Cape Canaveral. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
An Unexpected Chance To Meet Bill Clinton, Mike Pence, And Pete Buttigieg
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Most people cleared out after the Bob Dole funeral, but I stuck around…and had a chance to meet several of the most powerful people in the world. It was a totally unexpected treat that made the day even more...
Reflections + Photos From Bob Dole Funeral
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I was thankful to attend the funeral for Senator Robert J. Dole at the Washington National Cathedral yesterday. His life was a testament of public service that we would all do well to emulate. Senator Dole Funeral Reflections Dole’s...
United Airlines Segment Run – Los Angeles To Washington Via Orlando And Newark
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I got a bit creative this week to get Washington, DC on United Airlines but wanted to use this report to share with you the beautiful mundanity of flying a segment run. United Airlines Segment Run: A Long Journey...
My Quarantine Experience At Hyatt Place Bangkok
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I spent my “Test And Go” quarantine night at the Hyatt Place Bangkok, a budget property I have stayed at twice in the past. All things considered, I was pleased by the experience and would recommend it. Hyatt Place...
Delta Flight Diverts After Tirade On Slavery Turns Ugly
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Well, this story has taken an odd twist. The Delta Air Lines flight that diverted to Oklahoma involved a black passenger who went on a tirade about being enslaved by white men according to witnesses onboard. His refusal to...
My Mileage Run To Washington, DC For Bob Dole Funeral
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How do you honor an American hero and re-qualify for United 1K status at the same time? You fly from Los Angeles to the District of the Columbia via Florida and New Jersey. My Washington, DC Mileage Run On...
Delta Air Lines Reasonably Impairs Basic Economy Fares
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While I’m certainly not celebrating the move by Delta Air Lines to make basic economy fares far less attractive, I do not blame it for eliminating a benefit that made these fares more attractive than necessary to compete with...
Hot Deal: Turkish Airlines Awards 30% Off
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Turkish Airlines is discounting its award redemptions by 30% during the month of December, an incredible deal that I intend to take advantage of and you should too. Turkish Airlines Award Sale: 30% Off Through End Of 2021 The...