I was looking though some pictures last night in preparation for my next trip report and was reminded of a small incident that occurred prior to a recent domestic Air France flight. It’s a bit late now, but I’m...
Cheeseburger Returns On United Airlines! (Plus Other Fresh Food For Sale In Economy Class)
After more than a year and a half, United Airlines is bringing back fresh food for purchase in economy class, including its beloved cheeseburger. United Airlines Restores Fresh Food For Purchase In Economy Class, Including Cheeseburger Starting on September...
The Blitz: American Express Offers 12 Concurrent Transfer Bonuses
When it rains, it pours. After a summer of draught, American Express has turned on the bonus spigots with an unprecedented transfer bonus promotion to 12 loyalty programs…all at the same time. What could be behind this blitz? Huge...
Are Long Lines At Airports A “Government Strategy” To Discourage Flying?
A prominent UK travel firm has suggested that the long lines that continue to keep travelers waiting at London Heathrow airport are part of a “government strategy” to discourage flying. Is there any truth to that charge? UK Government...
Why Are Pilots Suing Southwest Airlines?
The Southwest Airlines Pilots Association (SWAPA) has sued Southwest Airlines, asserting that the Dallas-based carrier has violated federal labor law through its “emergency” policies attributed to the pandemic. Why Are Pilots Suing Southwest Airlines? The complaint, lodged by the union...
Review: Bobby Van’s Steakhouse JFK (Priority Pass Restaurant)
I recently enjoyed a tasty lunch at Bobby Van’s Steakhouse and Grill in Terminal 8 at JFK Airport. The Priority Pass restaurant offers a tremendous filet mignon and a nice menu of steak and chops. Bobby Van’s Steakhouse JFK...
Touching: United Pilot Who Fled Afghanistan At Age 9 Aids Afghan Rescue Effort
Amidst all the bad news about Afghanistan, stories of hope have emerged. One such story centers on Zak Khogyani, who fled Afghanistan when he was a child. Now a United Airlines pilot, Khogyani had a unique opportunity to aid...
United Adds Flights Between Opulent Orange County And Affluent Aspen
Rich people like to ski in the winter or escape the cold to the beautiful California sun. In a match made in heaven, United Airlines is adding flights this winter between Orange County, CA and Aspen, its latest point-to-point...
U.S. Airlines Now Blocked From Flying Over Afghanistan
With the U.S. pullout now complete and Kabul International Airport under Taliban control, U.S. airlines will no longer be able fly over virtually all of the country without prior authorization. U.S. Airlines Cannot Fly Over Afghanistan During the pullout,...
Great Mexican Food In São Paulo
In a nation and a city with a rich culinary tradition and phenomenal food spanning from Portuguese to Italian and Lebanese to Japanese, why would I seek out a taqueria in São Paulo? In short, because the tacos are...
United Airlines Flight Attendants Warned Not To “Cede Authority Onboard” To Anti-Maskers
The union representing United Airlines flight attendants has admonished them not to “cede authority” onboard to anti-maskers and that non-confrontation is not an option. Flight Attendants Urged Never To “Cede Authority Onboard” By Ignoring Passengers Who Refuse To Wear...
Update: European Union Reinstates Travel Restrictions On Americans
As expected, European travel restrictions are returning as COVID-19 cases continue to surge in the USA. The United States is one of five nations targeted for new travel curbs by the European Union, which includes the suspension of nonessential...
Military Veteran Goes on Violent Rampage At Miami Airport, Assaults American Airlines Staff
A sad story from Miami, where a troubled U.S. veteran went on a violent rampage on Friday evening, attacking his girlfriend, American Airlines staff, and the gate itself. Another Violent Rampage At Miami Airport, Including Attack On American Airlines...
Fearing For Their Safety, Spirit Airlines Crews Were Directed To Change Out Of Uniforms
As reports emerge about the meltdown at Sprit Airlines earlier this moth, rumored incidents of crews barricading themselves behind metal doors and changing out of uniforms in fear of passengers have proven to be true. True Story: Spirit Airlines’...
My Hyatt Concierge Sends Me American Airlines Gift
I had a surprising delivery from My Hyatt Concierge this week benefiting from its partnership with American Airlines. 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...
No, Supreme Court Ruling Doesn’t Make Airline Mask Mandates Illegal
The Supreme Court ruled against the CDC’s moratorium on evictions but one respected blogger has stated this, in turn, makes the airline mask mandate illegal. I respectfully disagree. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit...
Another Baby Born on Afghanistan Rescue Flight
Several babies have now been born on Afghan flights as part of rescue missions bringing some of the brightest news in a dark situation. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both...
An Impressive Brazilian Steak…On United Airlines
I’m an omnivore and probably always will be. One evidence of that is apparently that hope springs eternal and I keep ordering steaks on airplanes, hoping they will turn out nicely. While I am usually disappointed, on a recent...
Flight Attendant Wants Food And Drinks Eliminated On “Shorter” Flights
A prominent flight attendant wants food and drink eliminated (again) on shorter flights, which has left me scratching my head. That’s not a viable solution. Flight Attendant Wants Food And Drinks Eliminated, But Should Focus On Masks Instead Flight...
What?! Prominent Lawyer Says COVID-19 Vaccine Will Cause Planes To Fall Out Of Sky…
One of the problems of the information age we live in is that we can insulate ourselves in our world, wrapping ourselves in a cocoon of misinformation or whatever else tickles our ears. That can be quite dangerous when...
