Franz Kafka is a fascinating figure and the museum in Prague that traces his story is well worth a visit. Visiting The Franz Kafka Museum In Prague Franz Kafka was born in 1883 in Prague, then part of the...
Is U.S. Senator Slandering Delta Air Lines?
Slander–the action or crime of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person’s reputation–is a serious charge, but has a U.S. Senator crossed the line in his attacks against Delta Air Lines? U.S. Senator Blumenthal Makes Serious Charge...
100-Pound Woman Pays Fee For Overweight Bag, 300-Pound Passenger Boards Free — Fair?
Should a 100-pound woman who has a carry-on bag (or checked bag for that matter…) that is a few pounds overweight have to pay up while a 300-pound woman with a slightly smaller bag is welcomed onboard without issue?...
Great Mexican Food In Prague
Prague and Mexican food may not necessarily go together, but I found a very enjoyable Mexican restaurant in the Czech capital. Best Mexican Food In Prague I love Mexican food and admittedly have an odd fixation on it when...
Fresh, Flavorful Fish In Finnair Business Class
Each week, my Meal of the Week feature examines an airline meal from my travels over the years. This may be a meal from earlier in the week or it may be a meal served over a decade ago. Fish on...
French Air Traffic Controller Suspended After Saying “Free Palestine” To El Al Pilots
A French air traffic controller has been suspended after yelling “Free Palestine” to pilots operating an El Al flight from Paris to Tel Aviv. After “Free Palestine” Quip To El Al Flight, French Air Traffic Controller Suspended Here’s what...
Do You Opt Out Of TSA Facial Recognition?
Maybe I’m hopelessly jaded, but I’m happy to trade privacy for convenience when it comes to TSA secrity checkpoints at US airports. That said, the crusade of one U.S. Senator to remind Americans of their privacy rights is commendable,...
Spirit Airlines CEO Downplays Survival Threat, But Flight Attendants Urged to Prepare For Worst
Spirit Airlines is trying to put on a brave face, but both its financial filings and internal communications reveal a far bleaker picture than the CEO is publicly admitting. As Spirit Airlines CEO Downplays Dire Financial Situation, Flight Attendants...
Binge Apple TV+ Hits for Free on United Airlines Flights
United Airlines has added a high-profile entertainment upgrade for travelers: the carrier will now offer full seasons of select Apple TV+ originals for free onboard, making it easier than ever to binge your favorite shows at 30,000 feet. United...
Spirit Airlines On Life Support: “Substantial Doubt” It Can Survive 12 Months
Spirit Airlines just dropped a financial bombshell—a bleak warning about its survival, leaving little doubt that the airline may not make it through the next year without drastic change or another rescue. We should never have reached this point....
Great Coffee In Prague
Prague not only has beautiful architecture, but also a beautiful coffee culture…here’s a look at a few places that are worth pausing to savor a cup of coffee at. Best Coffee In Prague While Czechia did not invent coffee,...
United Flight 919 To McDonaldland With A Purple Seatmate In Polaris Business Class…
If you saw a big purple blob-like creature on a recent United Airlines flight in Polaris Business Class, you weren’t dreaming…it was Grimace, Ronald McDonald’s best friend, traveling to McDonaldland. Grimace Flies To McDonaldland In United Polaris Based on...
Hotel Guests Stunned As Naked EasyJet Pilot Roams Lobby Before Flight
A disturbing incident unfolded at a five-star resort when an EasyJet pilot, fresh from flying to Cape Verde (SID), was seen wandering through hotel public areas naked…just hours before he was due to operate the return flight. EasyJet Pilot...
Did I Get Scammed In Famous Prague Restaurant?
Over the weekend, I shared about my dinner at Café Imperial in Prague, a historic hotel restaurant that dates back to 1914 and was a favorite of Franz Kafka. But it now seems I may have been cheated concerning...
Superb Value: Lindner Hotel Prague Castle Review (Hyatt JdV)
While there’s nothing fancy or particularly luxurious about the Lindner Hotel Prague Castle, I found tremendous value, comfortable accommodations, and a superb breakfast spread at this Hyatt JdV property. Lindner Hotel Prague Castle Review, A Hyatt JdV Property Hyatt...
Hyatt Hotel’s Q2 2025: Modest Loss, Big Growth Plans Ahead
Hyatt Hotels reported a small loss in in the second quarter of 2025 but there’s plenty of reason to be hopeful about the future ahead. A Closer Look at the Numbers Hyatt reported a small net loss of $3...
Can Someone Show American Airlines’ Management Where Asia Is?
American Airlines announced six new destinations for 2026 and they are entirely uninspired. Isn’t it time American Airlines returns to Asia? American Airlines Announces Six New Routes For 2026 American Airlines teased new routes on social media and then...
Trump-Putin Meeting In Alaska On Friday Could Reshape Travel
Presidents Trump and Putin are set to meet in Alaska on Friday, August 15th, 2025. If a peace accord is on the table, air travel could change quickly. Pack your parka for this one. On Friday, August 15, 2025,...
“I’ll Have You Gang Raped!” Virgin Atlantic Passenger Jailed After Threatening Flight Attendant
A man at the center of a horrific 2023 incident onboard Virgin Atlantic has been sentenced to 15 months in prison for his vile outburst against a cabin crew member on a flight to Pakistan. Virgin Atlantic Passenger Jailed...
Ominous Leak: Alaska Airlines’ New “Atmos Rewards” Loyalty Program
I can’t help but feel that when Alaska Airlines replaces Mileage Plan with “Atmos Rewards” when it combines loyalty programs with Hawaiian Miles, the result for consumers will not be positive. But it’s not too late to ensure that...
