The Lufthansa First Class Lounge in the Schengen Area of Frankfurt Terminal 1 has re-opened its doors once again, marking the first time since the pandemic began that Lufthansa has opened multiple first class lounges at FRA. Lufthansa First...
Traveling From Halloween To All Saints Day

Just a small break from our regularly scheduled travel programming to consider death on All Saints Day. It’s one of the most difficult subjects to face, but an important one. All Saints Day – We Are All Traveling Down...
What Should Happen To Southwest Airlines Pilot Who Said “Let’s Go Brandon” Onboard?

A Southwest Airlines pilot acted unprofessionally in stating “Let’s go Brandon” over the PA system on his flight. But how should he be punished? And how can Southwest Airlines prevent copycats which serve to make already tense flights even...
Buttigieg Endorses “No Fly List” For Unruly Passengers

Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg has indicated support for a federal “no fly list” for unruly passengers. Will the Biden Administration introduce such a list? Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg: New No Fly List “Should Be On The Table”...
Flight Cancellations Continue On American Airlines

Operational woes for American Airlines continue as flight cancellations and delays are already beginning to mount after a very rough weekend. Flight Cancellations Continue Into November On American Airlines This morning even before 9:00AM ET American Airlines has cancelled...
Big Four: United, Southwest Last Holdouts of Status Extensions

Half of the major US airlines (Big Four) have extended status for the second consecutive year due to COVID, even if just for a few months – but not United Airlines and Southwest Airlines. Why? If you are considering booking...
Reduced Qualification Globalists Lose Milestone Awards

Top-tier World of Hyatt Globalists won’t have the same benefits from their reduced re-qualification year, but how much does that take away from the status? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support...
Uh Oh: American Airlines Delays, Cancels 2,000+ Flights

American Airlines canceled or delayed more than 2,000 flights over Halloween weekend. Is this another labor issue or just weather? 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...
Review: Be Relax Spa LAX (Priority Pass)

I recently checked out the Be Relax Spa in Terminal 1 at Los Angeles International Airpot (LAX), a new addition to the Priority Pass lounge network. My recommendation: allow yourself plenty of time. But it’s a nice addition, especially...
Flight Attendants Make $150,000 Per Year?!

A flight attendant for American Airlines shares with Business Insider that some of her colleagues earn up to $150,000/year thanks to picking up overtime. How much money do flight attendants make? Flight Attendant Pay – Up To $150,000/Year In...
United Airlines Terminates Partnership With Hertz

Today is the final day of United Airlines’ relationship with Hertz, marking the end of a multi-year relationship. However United teases that a new car partnership is coming soon. Hertz And United Airlines Terminate Partnership October 31, 2021 marks...
Mystery: Four Passengers Collapse On Flight To Greece

At least four passengers collapsed on a flight to Greece, overwhelming crew on the flight from Germany. The circumstances leading to the successive fainting spells reman a mystery. Four Passengers Mysteriously Collapse On Charter Flight To Greece The incident...
My Experience Using Uber In Brazil

I’ve traveled to São Paulo twice this year and used Uber heavily for both visits. In short, Uber is safe, clean, and cheap in Brazil, and therefore highly recommended. Guide: Uber In Brazil As you exit Guarulhos (GRU) airport...
I Set A Trap For The Chicago O’Hare Pizza Thief

After my Green Lake trip this year, I returned to Chicago O’Hare for my late evening flight home on United Airlines. Since I had a bit of extra time, I decided to set a trap for my pizza thief,...
Intoxicated Passenger Sexually Assaults Male Seatmate On Flight To Denver

The lesson is becoming clear for me: if you see something, say something…and don’t wait to do it. An inebriated passenger on a flight to Denver demonstrates this point after victimizing a man who exercised far more patience than...
Lip Service From American Airlines CEO Won’t Protect Flight Attendants From Bad Behavior Onboard

American Airlines CEO Doug Parker took to Instagram yesterday to condemn the brutal attack against a flight attendant earlier this week onboard a flight to Southern California. While the threat of prosecution and flight bans are important, it seems...
Will A Fourth Wave Sink Transatlantic Travel Rebound?

Despite vaccination progress, Europe appears headed for a fourth wave of COVID-19, with many countries reporting the highest number of new cases in several months. Will the USA, where cases are currently falling, still open next month as planned?...
Passenger Punches Flight Attendant On American Airlines Flight, Forcing Diversion

In another incident fueled by alcohol and masks, a premium-heavy American Airlines flight headed to Orange County, California was forced to divert after a crazed man physically attacked a flight attendant. Passenger Punches Flight Attendant On American Airlines In...
London Calling: United Airlines Adds Five New Flights To LHR

United Airlines will add five additional flights to London Heathrow in 2022, including double daily service from Denver, two more flights from Newark, a third flight from San Francisco, and finally launch new service from Boston. United Airlines To...
Review: Mercure São Paulo Nacoes Unidas

For $39, I found the Mercure São Paulo Nacoes Unidas to be an ideal “lounge” for my day-long layover in Brazil’s most populous city. Mercure São Paulo Nacoes Unidas Review I arrived into Guarulhos (GRU) airport at 7:55AM and...