United Airlines is introducing two new items to its buy-on-board menu in economy class this month, including a bento tray. But if you are expecting Japanese food, the word “bento” is being used in its broadest sense. United Airlines...
Great Coffee In Cape Town
During my time in Cape Town I enjoyed several nice cups of coffee, though perhaps none better than at my hotel. Great Coffee In Cape Town I stayed at the Westin Hotel, which featured a beautiful breakfast spread each...
Want To Fly First Class? Your Clothes Don’t Matter
Travel + Leisure is a magazine that I enjoy. But its latest tip on how to score a “free” first class upgrade is nothing short of absurd. Another Misleading How To Get A Free First Class Upgrade Article The...
My Thankful Uber Driver In Cape Town
Moments after stepping into Robert’s car at Cape Town International Airport, he started pouring out his heart to me. This was not going to be an ordinary Uber ride. A Memorable Uber Trip In Cape Town Robert, who said...
Air New Zealand Looks Inward With New Safety Video
Air New Zealand has released its latest safety video and unsurprisingly, it focuses on domestic travel. With international borders still closed, the safety video reminds Kiwis they still have a beautiful nation to explore. New Air New Zealand Safety...
Southwest Airlines Warns Over 6,800 Employees Of Impending Furloughs
Southwest Airlines has not laid off a single worker in its entire 53-year history. But with air travel recovery stalled and unions not agreeing to deeper concessions, nearly 7,000 employees have been warned they may be the first to...
Flying With United’s Most Loyal Customer
As he entered the United Polaris Lounge, eyes turned as staff stood. Mr. Stuker was back, United’s most loyal customer in terms of miles traveled. He sat down at the table next to mine. We started chatting. Turns out...
There’s A New Loophole To Allow Emotional Support Animals On Planes…
Airlines have been given the green light by the U.S. Department of Transportation to further restrict or prohibit emotional support animals onboard. But there’s still a potential loophole that can be exploited, even if not nearly as egregiously as...
In Defense Of American Airlines: Thanks For The Gift!
View From the Wing says “American’s holiday gift promotion makes no sense, and is stunning in its lack of generosity.” The Points Guy says “American hyped holiday cheer and gifts, but delivered me disappointment.” But my message to American...
Couple Arrested After Knowingly Flying To Hawaii With COVID-19 On United Airlines
A man and woman have been arrested after boarding a United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Kauai knowing they had just tested positive for COVID-19. Couple Arrested After Flying To Hawaii Knowing They Were COVID Positive The couple,...
Review: United Airlines 787-9 Business Class Newark To Cape Town
This is a review of my March 2020 trip from Newark to Cape Town onboard a United 787-9 in business class. The trip seems so far in the past, but is a reminder of how much the world has...
United Airlines Will Require Proof From Flight Attendants Who Call In Sick Over Holidays
Despite raging COVID-19 numbers, United Airlines will require an “Absence Certificate” for flight attendants who call in sick over the peak Christmas and New Years travel period. While not out of the ordinary, it takes on a new context...
British Airways Manages To Insult Wales
British Airways is in hot water for wishing the English rugby team good luck against Wales. Should flag carrier British Airways be renamed English Airways? British Airways Supports English Rugby Team…At Expense of Wales BA is an official sponsor...
Introduction: An African Adventure As The World Shut Down
As the world began shutting down in March, I found myself in Accra, Ghana. While I considered aborting the remainder of my trip and heading directly home, I opted to remain for a couple extra days and enjoyed an...
Delta Blames COVID-19 For Thanksgiving Cancellations; Pilot Union Offers Counter-Narrative
Delta Air Lines is placing the blame for its 600+ holiday flight cancellations squarely on COVID-19. Meanwhile, the pilot union representing Delta pilots is offering a more nuanced explanation. Delta Blames COVID-19 For Thanksgiving Cancellations In a note to...
British Airways Searches For “Classy, But Very Naughty” Flight Attendant Who Inducts Passengers Into Mile High Club
A mysterious air hostess who promises prurient “in-flight entertainment” in exchange for proper consideration has been forced to move underground after her gig went viral online. I tend to question whether she is real in the first place. British...
Rejoice? World Of Hyatt Reduces 2021 Elite Requirements
I’ve gyrated between a spectrum of emotions when it comes the announcement from Hyatt yesterday that it would reduce the thresholds to earn elite status in 2021. But I’ve come to peace with it…what else am I going to...
A Return To The Mar Monte Hotel In Santa Barbara
In the end, we took a one-night trip to the Mar Monte Hotel in Santa Barbara, part of the Hyatt Unbound Collection. It represented a perfect “compromise” to my Thanksgiving travel dilemma. A Return To The Mar Monte, A...
Cyber Monday: Consider Saving Your Money Or Donating To Charity Instead Of Buying Stuff You Don’t Need
Happy Cyber Monday. It’s a great day to get a good deal. Some deals, are worth pursuing…like booking travel or buying discounted gift cards for travel that will occur anyway. But perhaps this year you join me in thinking...
Last Call: 50% Off Virgin Atlantic Awards + Cheap Paid Tickets
Virgin Atlantic has revealed its Black Friday Sale, which includes attractive deals on both paid and award tickets. Today is your last day to take advantage of this deal. Black Friday Sale: Half Off Virgin Atlantic Award Redemptions Matching...