As I sat down in the bar, her eyes lit up. I tried my best to ignore her, but I could feel the stare even with my head turned. Then she started pacing around, circling me like a shark...
My Top 10 Airline Lounges In 2020
As 2020 draws to a close, it is time for my annual “Top 10” series. Here, I’ll look back on the 10 best airport lounges I visited in 2020. Note, this is my “top 10” list, but only my...
Photo Essay: Exploring Lomé, Togo
Early on a Sunday morning, before the sun rose, I was up and ready to explore. The following photo essay recounts my walk through Lomé, Togo. Lomé Togo Photo Essay Just outside my hotel was the Monument de l’Independance (Independence...
How Delta Air Lines Used A Mental Exam To Ground And Intimidate A Female Pilot
A judge has ruled that Delta Air Lines unfairly discriminated against a whistleblowing pilot by calling into question her psychiatric health. Judge Rules Delta Discriminated Against Pilot Who Expressed Safety Concerns Karlene Petitt earned a PHD in aviation safety...
Yes! Alaska Airlines Bans Emotional Support Animals
Beginning January 11, 2021, Alaska Airlines will ban all emotional support animals on its flights. Service dogs will still be accepted onboard. Alaska Airlines Bans Emotional Support Animals Live and Let’s Fly wrote about DOT’s decision earlier this month...
When Will New Stimulus Checks Arrive?
Despite a veto threat if Congress did not include $2,000 direct payments to Americans, President Donald Trump ultimately signed the $900 billion coronavirus relief bill. When can you expect to see the $600 in your bank account? Expect New...
Review: Hotel 2 Fevrier Lomé, Togo
The Hotel 2 Fevrier in Lomé, formerly operating under the Radisson Blu brand, is the most luxurious hotel in Togo and was greatly appreciated after a long day on the road. Hotel 2 Fevrier Lomé Review Named for February...
United Airlines Eliminates Cocktail Picks To Save $80,000/Year
The famous story of former American Airlines CEO Robert Crandall eliminating one olive from salads in 1987 in order to save $40,000 per year continues to fascinate business school students even 30 years later. Now United Airlines is also...
American Airlines Warning “Throwaway Ticketing” Passengers Their Status Is In Jeopardy (And Why You Should Expect More Of This)
American Airlines is stepping up its fight against so-called throwaway ticketing by blocking online check-in for “suspects” engaging in this practice. Expect a lot more of this in the months ahead. American Airlines Cracking Down On Throwaway Ticketing Throwaway...
Another European Flag Carrier Ceases Operations
Montenegro Airlines has ceased operations after the country’s government refused to extend a financial lifeline to the beleaguered carrier. Official: Montenegro Airlines Ceased Operations Founded in 1994 by Yugoslavia, Montenegro Airlines first took off in 1997 and has served...
Pent Up Travel Demand Awaits End To COVID-19
Market indications have shown that pent-up travel demand awaits an end to COVID-19 travel restrictions. Will airlines, hotels, car rental, and cruise companies be able to handle the demand? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
American Airlines Uses Web Specials To Dupe Passengers Into Restrictive Awards
American Airlines has been using web specials to dupe passengers into more restrictive awards after eliminating redeposit fees. 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...
When Will Space Tourism Become A Reality?
Space flight has taken leaps and bounds in the last few years but when will space tourism become a reality? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you...
Review: United Airlines 737-900 First Class Los Angeles To Denver
I don’t usually write domestic shorthaul trip reports, but thought it might be helpful to chronicle my recent trip to Colorado on United Airlines onboard a 737-900. While pandemic-related service cutbacks continue, the flight felt surprisingly like old times....
United Airlines Improvises Nicely At SFO
For years, United Airlines has traditionally offered “Fantasy Flights” to the “North Pole” for children in need in December. This year, United had to improvise due to the pandemic and and Team SFO really thought outside the box. United...
American Airlines Shows The Aloha Spirit
When an American Airlines flight to Honolulu was canceled on Christmas Eve, American Airlines thought outside of the box and displayed the Aloha Sprit rather than leave passengers stranded. American Airlines Shows Aloha Spirit With Re-Route Of AA1859 After...
How To Obtain A Visa On Arrival In Togo
The process of obtaining a visa on arrival to Togo was simple and straightforward, but I came prepared. Instructions: Visa On Arrival In Togo After stamping out of Ghana in Aflao, I walked directly across the road (sorry, no...
No Room At The Inn? My 2020 Christmas Reflection
On this very turbulent Christmas in this very turbulent year, I’m drawn back to the first Christmas. Stick with me. I’m not a theologian or a pastor. This is still a travel blog. But I want to work through...
All The 2020 Airline Holiday Videos
Christmas has arrived and despite the pandemic, a handful of airlines have released holiday videos for 2020. I have compiled them into one place for your viewing pleasure. I wish each of you a very Merry Christmas. Aegean Aeromexico Air Canada...
Delta’s Christmas Operational Meltdown Is A Familiar Tune
Once again, a major holiday is marked by major cancellations at Delta Air Lines. This time, however, Delta had a month to prepare and seemingly failed to do so. But today’s Christmas cancellations at Delta go much deeper than...
