Despite COVID-19 vaccinations being at the forefront of our public conversation, there are still many other vaccinations being administered and vaccines required to travel internationally. For United Airlines flight attendants at Washington Dulles, that includes a more traditional vaccine...
Lufthansa Will Return To Falkland Islands

Lufthansa will return to the Falkland Islands with another longhaul flight from Germany, departing this evening with a crew of scientists onboard. Lufthansa Returns To Falkland Islands On Longest-Ever LH Flight On February, 1, 2021, Lufthansa operated LH2574 from...
The Last Airworthy Lockheed Super Constellation

I’m too young to have had the pleasure of flying the Lockheed Super Constellation, but I was elated to see that one is still airworthy and was recently fired up. An Airworthy Lockheed Super Constellation Lives In Australia By...
My Productive 10-Hour Trip To Nowhere On American Airlines

I recently spent over 10 hours on American Airlines, only to end up exactly where I started. But it was by design and proved to be an incredibly productive day aboard the 777-200. As an added bonus, I even...
Emirates Will Operate A380 Flight Exclusively For Vaccinated Passengers

Next month, Emirates will operate a special flight available only to crewmembers and passengers who have been vaccinated. Is Emirates laying the groundwork for vaccine-only flights? Emirates Offers Sightseeing Flight Only Available To Vaccinated Passengers In celebration of the...
Restrictions Loom For Basic Economy Tickets

The gravy train of unlimited free changes may soon be over for the cheapest airline tickets, with flexibility for basic economy tickets set to expire at the end of the month for American, Delta, and United Airlines travelers. Restrictions...
Delta’s Good Intentions Lead To Boycott Over Voting Law

Delta found itself in hot water again this week after involving the carrier in a Georgia voting law. Delta’s good intentions have #BoycottDelta trending, but what else could they do? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
The 5 Best Desserts in Fort Myers Florida

One of the most popular spring break destinations in the world is home to some of the most delicious confections, here are the 5 best desserts in Fort Myers, Florida. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
United Airlines Will Light Up New York City Tonight

If you’re in New York City this evening, look up at the skyline. United will light two iconic New York City buildings blue at sunset to celebrate its return to JFK Airport after a five-year absence. United Airlines Lights...
United Airlines Adds More Service To Latin America Than 2019 (Full Schedule)

While my focus earlier this week on United’s new leisure routes from several midwestern cities, United is also bulking up its service to Latin America. In fact, United will offer more flights to Latin America this summer than it...
Transcontinental Business Class Breakfast: American Airlines Vs. United Airlines

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. Last week, I compared...
American Airlines Reports V-Shaped Recovery

American Airlines is enjoying a spring surge of revenue that demonstrates the resiliency of the consumer travel market and suggests that airlines are already tremendously benefiting from the loosening of domestic travel restrictions. Is a V-shaped recovery for the...
The Hijacking of Singapore Airlines Flight 117: 30 Years Later

30 years ago today, Singapore Airlines 117 was hijacked while traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore. Today, the Prime Minister of Singapore recalled the incident in a tweet, commending the bravery of military members who executed what turned out...
Review: XO Citation X Van Nuys To Oakland

Introducing my wife and daughter to their first private jet experience was a lot of fun and our quick flight up the California coast was the ideal length for two young children. This reviews covers the XO Citation X...
Shirtless Passenger Tries To Rip Open Exit Door On Spirit Airlines, Prompting Diversion

Spirit Airlines may not offer any formal in-flight entertainment, but you have a decent chance of encountering some anyway in the form of (mis)behavior from fellow passengers. The latest incident involves a shirtless man attempting to open the exit...
Saudia Inks Deal For 73 New Aircraft In Push To Transform Saudi Arabia

State-run Saudia, the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has secured funding for its massive fleet expansion plans. The addition of 73 new aircraft in the next three years will mark a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s plan to welcome millions...
Review: Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

The Hyatt Regency Monterey is a comfortable hotel on a golf course, ideally located just minutes from downtown Monterey. Hyatt Regency Monterey Review Check-In We arrived in the late evening and found no wait at the front desk to...
Delta Air Lines Ready To Reclaim In-Flight Service On Its Terms

Earlier this week I wrote about Delta CEO Ed Bastian’s belief that people are ready to “reclaim” their lives and start traveling again. But when it comes to in-flight service, Delta will reclaim it on its own terms. That...
Star Alliance Looks East To Singapore

Star Alliance will open a new office in Singapore later this year, a pivot away from its Frankfurt base which has been a source of both progress and frustration for two decades. Star Alliance Looks Beyond Frankfurt Star Alliance,...
United Airlines Adds Premium Economy To Hawaii

With its international route network still limited due to the pandemic, United Airlines is ramping up service to Hawaii with more flights this summer and newer aircraft. In fact, it will begin marketing its Premium Plus (premium economy) cabin...