The Hyatt Regency Bali is an aging hotel, but I would argue a hotel that is aging gracefully. Bali is full of luxe properties at excellent prices and so you might be tempted to overlook this one, but I...
No, The Pilot Did Not Steal Your First Class Upgrade…
When I hear folks says that a pilot stole their first class upgrade, I am sympathetic, but I don’t blame the pilot nor would I ever call it stealing. Pilots Don’t “Steal” Upgrades From Frequent Flyers With American Airlines...
Ted Cruz Shields Politicians From Pesky Constituents At US Airports
US Senator Ted Cruz (R – TX) has successfully added language to a Federal Aviation Administration authorization bill that will spare lawmakers from the public at US airports with private screening and security escorts. This is not sound public...
Frontier Airlines Denies Boarding To Passenger, Blaming Her For Not Buying Seat In Advance
A passenger claims Frontier Airlines denied her boarding, with gate agents telling her that she was not guaranteed a seat because she did not pay for a seat assignment in advance. That’s some serious misinformation, not that you can...
Ryanair Apologizes For Banning “Disruptive” Passenger Who Wasn’t Even On Flight
When we think about “no-fly lists” we have to also think about how much humans, companies, and governments are prone to error. In the case of Ryanair, the Irish carrier has apologized for banning a man for being disruptive...
Nine Hours In United Airlines Polaris 767-300ER Business Class…
Let’s take a look at the current state of affairs in longhaul business class on United Airlines. I just flew on a 767-300ER in Polaris from London to Chicago. United Airlines Polaris Business Class 2024: What To Expect Stepping...
American Airlines Says It Should Not Be Held Responsible For Actions Of Pervert Flight Attendant
In a court filing, American Airlines argues that it should not be held legally liable for the conduct of its flight attendant who surreptitiously filmed underage girls in aircraft lavatories. Does AA actually have a point? American Airlines: Don’t...
Yuck: Chihuahua Relieves Himself On United Airlines Flight…All Over Seat
A little dog made a big stink… After a woman flagrantly violated the rules by letting her chihuahua dog out of his pet carrier on a United Airlines flight, the dog relieved himself by defecating all over the woman...
Review: Singapore Airlines 787-10 Business Class
I flew from Singapore to Bali on a Singapore Airlines 787-10 in business class and enjoyed a lovely journey with great service and a refreshing meal. Singapore Airlines 787-10 Business Class Review I booked this ticket as part of...
Damning NTSB 737 MAX 9 Report Is Actually Good News For Boeing
While Boeing continues to lose credibility, this time via a damning report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the news could have been much worse. Indeed, quality control issues are much easier to overcome than structural engineering deficiencies....
Update: Massive Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles Devaluation
UPDATE: The reason we appear to be seeing the “old” pricing on the Turkish Airlines website is that new post-devaluation pricing does not go into effect until February 16, 2024. Language has been added suggesting the old award charts...
Prince Harry Travels To London On British Airways To Visit Ailing King Charles
Prince Harry jetted from Los Angeles to London on British Airways on Monday, just hours after receiving a call from King Charles disclosing a concerning cancer diagnosis. After Shock Cancer Announcement, Prince Harry Takes British Airways To London To...
Emirates Chief Warns Boeing Is In “Last Chance Saloon”
Continued safety concerns at Boeing have led to a loss of confidence and placed the aircraft maker in what the President of Emirates has called the “last chance saloon.” Crisis Of Confidence: Emirates Boss Says Boeing Has No More...
No Change Fees Have Fundamentally Changed The Way I Book Air Travel
Thinking about United’s Super Bowl ad emphasizing the elimination of change fees on most tickets made me realize how the lack of change fees has fundamentally changed the way I book air travel. No Change Fees Have Changed The...
To The Coughing, Spitting Man On My United Airlines Flight…
Dear 7C, You were on my United Airlines flight from Chicago to Los Angeles last Thursday. You should have been in bed instead. I was seated two rows ahead of you in first class and for most of the...
United Airlines Unveils Clever Super Bowl Ads
United Airlines has revealed its series of six ads for Super Bowl LVIII and I must admit that I quite like them. The message is simple and effective: no change fees on United. That’s a big deal. That said,...
Ouch: Obstreperous Woman Taken Down By Cop At Atlanta Airport
A woman was treated to an asphalt sandwich by an Atlanta police officer after prancing onto the tarmac and then trying to outrun the frustrated cop. Excessive force? Perhaps. But trespassing on an airport ramp is a serious offense....
The Uber “Driver Doesn’t Move” Scam Is Pathetic
Kyle did a great job yesterday highlighting one of the many things that drove me away from using Uber or Lyft…the old “driver doesn’t move” scam. Ridesharing has become so toxic in the USA… Uber Drivers Scam Clients By...
UPDATE: My 60-Minute London Heathrow Connection Went Sideways…
As I feared, my tight connection at London Heathrow Airport was anything but a walk in the park. Let’s break down the comical string of events that transpired, including what made everything moot. 60-Minute London Heathrow Connection: Chaotic As...
I Don’t Understand How Taxis Work In Istanbul…
Maybe someone can explain to me how taxis work in Istanbul, because I am sure confused. Taxis In Istanbul: Uber Scam Or Just A Complex Fare System? During my recent trip to Istanbul, I used taxis to get around...
