I grew up in Glendale, California, home to one of the largest Armenian populations outside of Armenia’s capital city of Yerevan. My best friend in elementary school was Armenian and I have several friends in the Armenian community. In school the Armenian Genocide was remembered each year and Armenians run my barbershop and favorite restaurant. […]
United Will Again Prioritize Meal Orders by Status for 1Ks
Back in the “good old days” legacy United FAs would sort meals orders by status, giving preference to full-fare passengers and top-tier elites. Continental FAs would simply move from front to back, without regard to OnePass status or fare paid. As with most things, the Continental policy won out post-merger. Until now. An e-mail that […]
Looking Back on a Remarkable Year in Frankfurt
There are good years and then there are good years. This has been a good year. I said my goodbyes yesterday and have left Germany, another chapter in my life now complete. For those who did not know, I have supported the Legal and Strategic Sourcing Departments at Star Alliance for the last year and […]
V: Breakfast in Paraguay, Lunch in Brazil, Dinner in Argentina + Brazilian Side of Cataratas
2010 SOUTH AMERICA TRIP REPORT I: Introduction II: Los Angeles to Washington Dulles via Denver in United First III: Washington to Buenos Aires in United Airlines Business Class IV: Business Class (Cama) Bus Service from Buenos Aires to Iguazu Falls on Crucero del Norte V: Breakfast in Paraguay, Lunch in Brazil, Dinner in Argentina + Brazilian […]
Day 3: Cusco to Aguas Calientes on Peru Rail + Climbing Putucusi Mountain
Day 0: Introduction: My quest for Machu Picchu and why I chose Mexicana + Avianca + LAN Peru Day 1: Los Angeles to Bogota via Mexico City on Mexicana + Bogota to Lima on Avianca Day 2: Lima to Cusco on LAN Peru + Cusco Day 3: Cusco to Aguas Calientes on Peru Rail + […]
Attending The Naming Ceremony For MSC World America
I was graciously invited to attend the naming ceremony for the launch of MSC World America, the company’s largest ship. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. MSC World America Naming Ceremony As a travel agency owner, I was invited to the naming ceremony of […]
Review: Chase Sapphire Lounge San Diego (SAN)
The Chase Sapphire Lounge in San Diego is posh–almost too good to be true–with a superb selection of food and drinks and many comfortable nooks and crannies that make it one of my favorite lounges in the USA. Chase Sapphire Lounge San Diego Review (SAN) One reason I decided to fly from San Diego to […]
Review: Hyatt Regency Mexico City
We enjoyed a short but sweet stay at the Hyatt Regency in Mexico City, a full-service Hyatt hotel in Mexico City’s swanky Polanco district. Hyatt Regency Mexico City Review This review will essentially combine four stays into one…I’ve been here quite often in my attempts to procure a visa to Venzeusal (another issue for another […]
United Airlines Introduces Signature Regional Entrees In First Class
Flying on United Airlines out of a hub city? Keep an eye out for “signature regional entrees” served in first class, which offer a local taste and a welcome variation to the usual United meal options. Signature Regional Entrees In United Airlines First Class United, like other US carriers, calls its domestic premium product “first […]
Taco Bell In Seoul, South Korea…
While palling around Seoul, I could not help but to give the Taco Bell a try. Come on, you know I could not resist. Taco Bell – Seoul, South Korea I guess it has become the new tradition…Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, London, Tokyo…I’ll seek out Taco Bell when I find it. Here, the goal wasn’t to […]
Springtime And Sustenance In Green Lake, Wisconsin
My annual trips to Green Lake, Wisconsin tend to occur in the autumn. Last year, my journey was so late the leaves were already off the trees and the docks had been taken down for the winter. But this year my annual pilgrimage to Green Lake occurred earlier than ever before and marked another sweet […]
Review: MSC Yacht Club (Cruise – Business Class)
Cruising is completely different than the rest of the ship when it’s inside of a separate business class or first class portion of the ship. Here’s a look at MSC Yacht Club. 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 us on Facebook or Instagram, add us […]
Photo Essay: Downtown San José del Cabo
My first trip to the southern tip of Baja California was brief but fun. I enjoyed a pleasant evening stroll through the historic colonial streets of San José del Cabo. San José del Cabo – A Photo Essay Mission San José del Cabo was established in 1730, about 200 years after Hernan Cortés first explored […]
Great Coffee In Malmö, Sweden
The coffee scene in Malmö, Sweden is excellent and I found a trio of superb cafés during my brief stay. While I usually skip them, the pastries like Kanelbullar are not to be missed… Best Coffee In Malmö, Sweden Nowhere in the world do people drink more coffee than in Nordic countries and the Swedes […]
Review: Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge Manila (MNL)
I spent some time in the Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge in Manila (MNL) prior to my Thai Airways flight to Bangkok and found the lounge comfortable with a wide variation of food options. Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge Manila Review (MNL) The SilverKris Lounge is the only Star Alliance lounge at Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Hours […]
Tacos At LAX Maple Leaf Lounge!
I love tacos and I love the tacos that Air Canada currently has on offer at its LAX Maple Leaf Lounge. This is worth a visit if you are a Star Alliance Gold or premium cabin passenger traveling via Los Angeles International Airport. Great Tacos At Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge LAX From Taco Bell […]
My Trip To A Notorious “Murder Capital Of The World”
Welcome to my next trip report, a journey I took to a city that for many years held the notorious honor of being the murder the capital of the world. This is a trip report about San Pedro Sula, Honduras. San Pedro Sula, Honduras Trip Report By many measures, San Pedro Sula is still a […]
America The Beautiful
The United States of America is an imperfect experiment, but a beautiful one. Let’s not lose sight of that, especially today. America The Beautiful – My 2023 Memorial Day Reflection On Saturday, I gathered at a friend’s house for an afternoon garden party. It has been a rather gloomy May in Los Angeles, but the […]
Review: Ghostburger In Washington DC
On a recent trip to Washington DC for the Freddie Awards, my family tried the Instagram-favorite Ghostburger and we were not disappointed. 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 us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Location Located in the […]
Review: Tin Building by Jean-Georges (New York City)
During a recent visit to New York City, I visited the Tin Building on the lower east side and am so glad I did. 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 us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Location I […]
