What is it is like to fly United Airlines Polaris Business Class To Brazil? This review highlights my journey from Chicago to São Paulo on a 787-9 then from São Paulo to Houston on a 777-200. My flight from...
The Hotel Pizza Scam
Be very wary of flyers for pizza and other delivery food that may appear under your hotel door. There’s a decent chance such offers are nothing but a scam, even if you do get your pizza. Hotel Pizza Scam...
Pentagon Activates Civil Reserve Air Fleet, Orders U.S. Airlines To Persian Gulf
In an effort to speed up evacuation efforts in Afghanistan, the U.S. Department of Defense has activated its Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF), a 70-year old program used to enlist the aid of commercial airlines in the case of...
Disney’s Guest Crushing Pandemic Cash Grab
Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida has seized the global pandemic as the perfect time for a cash grab as it plunders its most loyal fans. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
Airlines Show Signs Of Slowing Down Again
US airlines are showing signs of slowing down again but this time there shouldn’t be a taxpayer bailout. 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...
Chase Sapphire Preferred’s Most Valuable Feature
Chase has announced a number of new benefits for the Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card but there is one feature that makes it incredibly valuable. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
Introduction: A Sensational Weekend In São Paulo, Brazil
I’m up for a weekend trip to most anywhere, but I now have a new city I will look forward to returning to: São Paulo, Brazil. When my friend asked if I wanted to join him in Sao Paulo,...
Helplessly Watching A Seizure Onboard My Flight
A passenger seated a few rows in front of me suffered a seizure on my flight yesterday. Incidents like these always focus my thoughts on the fragility of life and make me so thankful for those willing to step...
Southwest Airlines Apologizes To Staff, Explores Schedule Reduction
Southwest Airlines has apologized to its staff for the difficult summer and promised to look into schedule reductions to alleviate some of the operational pressure points. The note comes as pilots threaten to picket and flight attendants claim to...
Korean Air Won’t Retire A380 Or 747-8 Yet, But Will They Fly?
While I was elated to read that Korean Air will not immediately retire its Airbus A380 or 747-8 fleet, I remain a bit pessimistic at this point that either aircraft, but especially the A380, will ever actually fly again....
First Impressions: Copa 737 MAX Business Class
I’ve been traveling quite a bit lately and last week had the chance to fly from Panama City, Panama to Los Angeles on Copa Airlines abroad a 737 MAX in business class. Not only was this flight my first...
Review: United Club Chicago O’Hare (ORD – F9)
United’s only airport lounge in Terminal 2 at Chicago O’Hare is actually one of its best, with plenty of room to spread out and superb tarmac views. The United Club at F9 offers a welcome respite from the hustle...
Beautiful New Air France Schengen Lounge In Paris Terminal 2F
Air France has revealed its beautiful new Schengen Lounge in Terminal 2F at Paris (CDG) that is simply stunning. Kudos to Air France for making airport lounges sexy once again. Beautiful Air France 2F Lounge In Paris (CDG) For...
American Airlines Extends Alcohol Ban In Economy Class
While American Airlines is happy to pour you the drink of your choice in first class, alcohol will remain off-limits in economy class until at least early 2022. American Airlines Alcohol Ban In Economy Class Extended Till January 2022...
“Slut-Shaming Karen” Confronts Girls On Frontier Airlines For Skimpy Attire
A woman dubbed “slut-shaming Karen” was filmed berating a pair of young girls for their choice of attire prior to boarding a Frontier Airlines flight for Atlanta. The girls fought back, showering the woman with profanity in a sad...
United Airlines Upgrades Travel Ready Center To Promote Seamless Travel
One of the biggest roadblocks to travel in 2021 is nebulous testing requirements, which can be confusing even to the most savvy traveler. United Airlines’ Travel Ready Center has sought to address that information gap and is now partnering...
Southwest Airlines Delays Over 1,300 Flights As Summer Of Misery Continues
Southwest Airlines continues to experience operational woes, with flight delays exceeding 1,300 yesterday and no relief in sight. Southwest Airlines Summer of Misery Continues With Over 1,300 Delays This week is not shaping up well for Southwest Airlines. Per...
Meltdown: American Airlines Cancels Or Delays Over 1,000 Flights
American Airlines canceled or delayed over 1,000 flights on Wednesday, blaming operational disruptions on prior bad weather. Will further travel interruptions continue today? Summer Woes Continue For American Airlines With Over 1,000 Cancellations Or Delays Summer 2021 has been...
Review: United Club Chicago O’Hare (ORD – C16)
While the United Club in Terminal 1, Concourse C of Chicago O’Hare (ORD) can get crowded, United Airlines is steadily improving amenities and this lounge proved to be a comfortable venue to spend a nine-hour layover. United Club Chicago...
Southwest Airlines Flight Attendants At “Breaking Point”
Southwest Airlines flight attendants claim they have reached a “breaking point” and are asking Southwest to stop using “emergency” grounds to deny benefits and increase workloads. At Breaking Point, Southwest Airlines Flight Attendants Claim To Be “Weary, Exhausted, Frustrated...
