This flight review is going to be a bit different than my usual ones. It will be a bit more casual, since I just reviewed Lufthansa’s A380 First Class product last year and (thankfully) very little has changed. But...
Introduction: A First Class Business Trip
My next trip report will chart my recent trip to Italy and France. As I explained here, I took a rather circuitous route to reach Rome. All for you. All so I could review two first class lounges I...
I’m Taking a Break in Hawaii
After nearly two weeks of being away from my family, it is good to be back home. I was hoping my son would still recognize me when I walked through the door and he did…in fact, he came running...
Italy Road Trip Day 7: The Beauty of the Dolomites
Read More of My Italy Road Trip: Introduction: Road Trip Though Italy Italy Road Trip Day 1: Roaming Around Rome Italy Road Trip Day 2: A Lunch to Remember Italy Road Trip Day 3: Italian Happy Hour Italy Road...
Senators Threaten Sun Country Over Flight Cancellations
Yesterday, I wrote about Sun Country stranding passengers in two Mexican cities, leaving them with no option but to purchase tickets on other airlines to return home. Now two U.S. Senators from Minnesota are threatening to punish Sun Country for such...
Lufthansa Returns Old Business Class Product on U.S. Route
Lufthansa has a limited longhaul network out of Dusseldorf, serving exactly one city: Newark, NJ. That flight will be downgraded in big way for business class travelers in August. During the month of August (02 August thru 04 September,...
What Are you Hiding SPG/Marriott?
With yesterday’s announcement of the new merged loyalty program for Marriott and Starwood the reviews are in and they are mostly positive. But I remain suspicious… If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Italy Road Trip Day 6: No Room at the Inn
Read More of My Italy Road Trip: Introduction: Road Trip Though Italy Italy Road Trip Day 1: Roaming Around Rome Italy Road Trip Day 2: A Lunch to Remember Italy Road Trip Day 3: Italian Happy Hour Italy Road...
Shameful Sun Country Strands Sundry Sun Searchers
I truly fell in love with Sun Country Airlines after my trip from Los Angeles to Minneapolis last year. But news out of Mexico illustrates why I predict this airline will not survive. That sounds draconian, doesn’t it? Certainly...
Leaked Seat Map for New United Airlines 787-10
United Airlines will take delivery of its first Boeing 787-10 later this year. The aircraft will be the first in the United fleet to feature a new premium economy product. United has 14 firm orders for the 787-10 and...
Damning Allegiant Air Safety Exposé
When nearly 50% of pilots refuse to fly their family on their own airline, you can bet I won’t be taking my family on anytime soon… Budget carrier Allegiant Air has been hit with a biting exposé on CBS...
Italy Road Trip Day 5: Exploring Milan By Foot
Read More of My Italy Road Trip: Introduction: Road Trip Though Italy Italy Road Trip Day 1: Roaming Around Rome Italy Road Trip Day 2: A Lunch to Remember Italy Road Trip Day 3: Italian Happy Hour Italy Road...
Live and Let’s Fly Weekend Digest: April 15, 2018
Greetings from Los Angeles. It is good to be home after two nearly weeks in Europe. I had a fabulous trip (hope you have been enjoy the Italy road trip report), but there is no place like home…especially after...
Upgrading on Spirit Fails to Deliver Separation from Common Class
Spirit Airlines Big Front Seats are the key to deriving a guaranteed positive experience. For elite flyers, the Spirit experience can be a struggle, unless you find a way to separate yourself from the rest. If you are considering...
JetSmarter Offers New, More Attainable Membership
JetSmarter, the private jet membership club, has come out with a new offer to entice different customers into the business. Now offering family plans which can reduce the cost of membership to up to four users, it may be...
Cartagena Hidden Gem: Cuba 1940s Restaurant
A spontaneous trip brought us back to the beautiful Cartagena, Colombia. We were excited to stroll the colorful streets in the historic walled city for a second time and visit Cuba 1940s, a gastro bar serving up more than...
EasyJet Saves the Day
I give a lot of credit to EasyJet for helping me get to Paris quickly and cheaply after being stranded by Air France. The moment I noticed that my Air France flight was cancelled, I sprung into action. EasyJet...
Italy Road Trip Day 4: Weekend Respite in Milano
Read More of My Italy Road Trip: Introduction: Road Trip Though Italy Italy Road Trip Day 1: Roaming Around Rome Italy Road Trip Day 2: A Lunch to Remember Italy Road Trip Day 3: Italian Happy Hour Italy Road...
My First Business Class Meal on Lufthansa
This week’s Meal of the Week installment takes us back nearly 12 years to my first trip to Europe and first longhaul flight on Lufthansa. I was only a United Premier Gold at the time, but a friend had...
Pictures: LAX Automated People Mover
Yesterday, I shared details about the new “Automated People Mover” (trains) coming to Los Angeles by 2023. This project will make public transportation more accessible at LAX as well as eliminate some of the pollution that perpetually hangs over...
