United Airlines has refurbished and expanded its original Polaris Lounge in Chicago O’Hare (ORD), adding more seating, a larger dining area, and a second bar. Here’s a first-hand review. United Polaris Lounge Chicago Review (ORD) I stopped by the lounge this week and spent about 45 minutes here. At 3:00 pm it was crowded, but […]
Review: United Airlines 777-200 Polaris Business Class
To conclude my trip to Morocco and Paris, I flew back to California from Paris to San Francisco in United Airlines Polaris Business Class on a 777-200 on a morning departure out of Roissy Airport. United Airlines 777-200 Polaris Business Class Review (CDG-SFO) I paid 80,000 MileagePlus miles for this ticket, which I booked a […]
Scott Kirby’s Dismissal Of A New “Premium” American Airlines Is Very Personal
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby does not think there is room in the USA for a third “premium” airline, dismissing the aspirations of American Airlines to join Delta Air Lines and United Airlines in putting more emphasis on the premium product experience. But how much of Kirby’s remarks are driven by personal animus against AA […]
Review: United Arrivals Lounge London (LHR)
The strong tailwind on our Denver – London flight gave us a few extra minutes to review the United Arrivals Lounge in LHR Terminal 2, a respectable amenity for business class passengers. United Arrivals Lounge London Review (LHR) There was real fear this lounge would never reopen after the pandemic, but thankfully it is back […]
United Airlines Polaris Business Class Review From The Eyes Of A 7-Year-Old
My 7-year-old son Augustine offers his views on our United Airlines 787-9 Polaris Business Class flight from Denver to London below. I fly business class for the ice cream sundaes and the TV. A 7-Year-Old Reviews United Airlines Polaris Business Class… We were going to visit my aunt in London and Dad chose United because […]
Review: United Airlines 787-9 Business Class (DEN-LHR)
My family of four flew on a United Airlines 787-9 in Polaris business class from Denver to London, an enjoyable flight marked by excellent service and good rest. For better or for worse (and I’d say mostly for better), United offers a consistent longhaul product. United Airlines 787-9 Business Class Review (DEN-LHR) We spent some […]
United Airlines Will Reopen Club Lounge In Hong Kong
Buried in the announcement of the new Club Fly Lounge in Houston was official confirmation that United Airlines will reopen its long-shuttered United Club In Hong Kong (HKG) later this year. United Club In Hong Kong Will Reopen In 2025 The lounge closed during the pandemic in 2020 and five years later has not reopened. […]
United Airlines’ Popular Grab-And-Go “Club Fly Lounge” Expands To Houston
After great success in Denver, United Airlines has opened its second grab-and-go Club Fly Lounge at Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston. New United Airlines Club Fly Lounge In Houston (IAH) In 2022, United opened its first Club Fly Lounge in Denver International Airport, a concept that is the antipode of a traditional lounge concept. Rather […]
Martha Stewart Gushes Over United Airlines
Martha Stewart, the American businesswoman, author, and TV personality, has a new gig: promoting United Airlines. Martha Stewart Promotes United Airlines On Instagram A seasonably late video talking about much she enjoys flying United Airlines and wishing all of us a happy new year was cross-posted yesterday on Stewart’s Instagram page as well as United’s […]
Review: American Airlines A321T Flagship Business Class (LAX-BOS)
I had one primary goal: to sleep, and in that sense, I could not have asked for more on my American Airlines A321T redeye flight in “Flagship” business class from Los Angeles to Boston. But it sure would be nice if AA took care of its aircraft interiors… American Airlines Flagship Business Class A321T Review […]
United Wants $5,000 To Buy Up To Gold Status From Silver
United Airlines offered to sell me an upgrade from its MileagePlus Premier Silver status to Premier Gold for $5,000. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. United Mileage Plus Premier Silver And Gold Status Comparison The two lowest tiers in United’s MileagePlus Premier status program […]
My Top 10 Airline Lounges Of 2024
As 2024 draws to a close, it is time for my annual “Top 10” series. Here, I’ll look back on the top 10 airline lounges I visited in 2024. Note, this is not my all-time “top 10” list, but only my “top 10” list of lounges I visited this year, so you will see many […]
United Airlines Adds 8 New Denver Routes, Including Rome
United Airlines is launching nonstop service between Denver and Rome next summer and added new service to seven other domestic or Canadian cities from its Rocky Mountain hub. New Denver – Rome Route Plus Service To 8 Other Cities On United Airlines From DEN United Airlines will launch daily seasonal service between Denver (DEN) and […]
Alaska Airlines Plans 12 Longhaul Destinations From Seattle: Why It Chose The A330-200 Over 787-9
In a move that was not totally unexpected, Alaska Airlines announced that it would establish its Seattle hub as a global gateway, adding 12 longhaul flights by 2030, including service to Tokyo Narita and Seoul Incheon in 2025. Let’s unpack the news and Alaska’s peculiar choice to use its Hawaiian A330-200 on the new routes. […]
Review: United Airlines 777-200 Premium Economy
After a long layover in Newark spent in the Polaris Lounge, I flew from Newark to San Francisco on a United Airlines 777-200 in Premium Plus, United’s premium economy product. United Airlines 777-200 Premium Economy Review I purchased a one-way ticket from Dubai (DXB) – Newark (EWR) – San Francisco (SFO) – Burbank (BUR) for […]
First Look: Delta One Lounge Los Angeles (LAX)
Delta Air Lines opens its Delta One Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on October 10, 2024. Here’s a first look a the new lounge, including photos and key information. Delta One Lounge LAX Photos Let’s start with some photos…the lounge space is beautiful: In terms of design and amenities, here is what you […]
United Airlines Will Expand Popular Grab-And-Go Lounge Concept To Houston
Having proved a successful concept in Denver, United Airlines will open a second grab-and-go lounge, dubbed United Club Fly, at its Houston hub. United Club Fly Lounge Arriving At Houston (IAH) In 2025 United is in the midst of a multi-year update to its sprawling hub at Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston. While the […]
Review: United Airlines 787-9 Polaris Business Class (ICN-SFO)
I’ve got to hand it to the crew of UA892, my 787-9 flight from Seoul to San Francisco in Polaris Business Class. It was one of the best United flights I have ever flown. Let’s unpack what made this flight so excellent. United Airlines Business Class 787-9 Review (ICN-SFO) Flying United home was not my […]
Banana Bread Pudding…For Breakfast…On United Airlines
When it comes to airline breakfasts I’m generally very boring and reliably stick to the egg dish. But on a recent United Airlines flight, I tried banana bread pudding, something I never eat at home and worked surprisingly well as a pre-arrival dessert breakfast. Bread Pudding In United Airlines Polaris Business Class Eggs are a […]
First Look: Delta One Lounge New York JFK (Including Food + Beverage Menus)
The beautiful new Delta One Lounge at New York (JFK), Delta’s first premium cabin lounge, opens on June 26, 2024 and features amenities on par with American Airlines Flagship Lounges and United Airlines Polaris Lounges. Let’s take a look at the new JFK lounge, including food and beverage menus. Stunning New Delta One Lounge New […]
