It may have been the ugliest burger I’ve ever been served, but goodness it was delicious. I do love the latest brioche burger on United Airlines. Taste Test: Brioche Burger With Bistro Sauce On United Airlines One of the...
Minimum Seat Sizes On U.S. Airlines?
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering minimum seat sizes on U.S. airlines. Is this something we should celebrate or something we should be wary of? Should FAA Mandate Minimum Seat Sizes On U.S. Airlines? In 2018, Congress directed the...
Ethiopian Airlines Suspends Pilots Accused Of Falling Asleep In-Flight
Ethiopian Airlines has offered a diplomatic statement that neither confirms nor denies that two of its pilots fell asleep and overshot the runway in Addis Ababa, raising concerns over safety and pilot fatigue. However, the statement does that the...
Visiting Les Deux Magots, Hemingway’s Favorite Paris Cafe
Visiting Les Deux Magots, one of Hemingway’s favorite Parisian historical cafes led to this reflection. 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...
Review: United Polaris 777-200 Washington – Paris
I was able to try United’s Polaris business class service from Washington Dulles to Paris (777-200) and had a mixed experience. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
Review: United Polaris Lounge Restaurant – Washington Dulles
United’s Polaris Lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport is newly opened and impressive, but it’s their restaurant “IAD” that helps truly distinguish United’s business class product from the competition. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
Escaping The LA Summer Heat In Santa Barbara
Greetings from Santa Barbara, California, where I am enjoying some family time this weekend and escaping the harsh summer heat of Los Angeles. Change Of Venue, Change of Climate – Escaping The Los Angeles Summer Heat In Santa Barbara...
How A Celebrity Skateboarder Skillfully Avoided Spirit Airlines Carry-On Fee
A celebrity skateboarder took drastic measures to avoid paying a carry-on fee on Spirit Airlines. Skateboarder Avoided Spirit Airlines Carry-On Fee Through Drastic Action Whether you are a celebrity, politician, or just an occasional traveler, Spirit Airlines restricts your...
Buttigieg Gives U.S. Airlines An “Ultimatum”
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has warned that if airlines do not improve upon their “unacceptable” performance in terms of operations and consumer protections, new regulations protecting passengers will become necessary. Buttigieg Warns More Consumer Protections If Airlines Do Not...
My “Early” United Airlines Flight?
We often run into delayed departures, but for the first time I ran into an “early” flight departure on United Airlines… My United Airlines Flights Departs “Early” From LAX I was flying from Los Angeles (LAX) to New York...
American Express Platinum Travel Is Exasperating
As the world of miles and points evolves and airline loyalty programs raise prices while restricting reasonably-priced awards, we’ve seen the relative value of direct redemptions via Chase Ultimate Rewards or American Express Membership Rewards for air travel increase....
Drunk Passenger Destroys Airplane Seats During Violent Outburst
A dunk passenger who had passed out on a domestic flight in Brazil startled those attending to him by violently kicking the seats in front of him after being awakened. Drunk Passenger Destroys Airplane Seats After Being Awakened From...
Brazil Drops Mask Requirements At Airports And On Airplanes
Travelers in Brazil are no longer obligated to wear masks at airports or on airplanes per a new government directive, effective immediately. Brazil No Longer Requires Masks On Airplanes Or In Airports After two years of strict masking regulations,...
After A Bad Flight, Taco Bell Saves The Day
Folks, there’s nothing like a bit of comfort food after a long flight with bad food served onboard. I’m thankful Taco Bell is open late. Taco Bell After A Long Flight With Bad Food I mentioned it in passing...
As United Airlines Goes On Hiring Spree, Should It Recall International Flight Attendants?
While taxpayer bailouts protected all U.S. airline jobs during the pandemic, United eliminated its international crew bases and many of those flight attendants are still without a job, even as United is now hiring new flight attendants. Should United...
A Tale Of Two 1K Agents At United Airlines
Who you deal with on the phone when you call an airline matters greatly, even when you have elite status. A recent pair of interactions with United Airlines demonstrates this vividly. Two United Airlines 1K Phone Agents: Two Very...
Air Canada CEO Still Blaming Pandemic For Nightmare Summer Of Travel…
Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau sent out a conciliatory note to all Aeroplan members, apologizing for the rough summer of travel but insisting that the situation is improving. But his “pandemic” defense is getting stale. “Pandemic” Defense From Air...
United Airlines Will Add Premium Economy To Remaining 767-300 Aircraft
United Airlines will be updating the remainder of its 767-300 fleet to add Premium Plus, United’s premium economy seat. United Airlines Will Offer Premium Economy On All 767-300 Aircraft Currently, United has a fleet of 38 Boeing 767-300 aircraft....
American Airlines: No Difference Between First Class And Business Class
A passenger who was downgraded from first class to business class found out what American Airlines really thinks about its premiere first class product. American Airlines Says First Class And Business Class Are Not Different Because Both Have Lie-Flat...
Woman Preaches To Captive Audience At Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
A video has gone viral of a short-term missions worker preaching in the gate area of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Was her conduct appropriate? The Amsterdam Airport Preacher: Woman Boldly Preaches In the Gate Area Of AMS A young woman...
