The award for the smallest violin of the month goes to billionaire hedge fund manager Kyle Bass, who is not happy about the high room service prices at The Caryle in New York City, a Rosewood Hotel. In fact,...
United Airlines CEO Reflects On Pandemic Anniversary
Four years after the novel coronavirus became a global pandemic, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby is reflecting on how those pivotal days in early 2020 changed the course of his airline. United Airlines CEO Kirby Reflects On 4th Pandemic...
Taylor Swift Lands At Seletar Airport: An Inside Look At Singapore’s VIP Airport
My afternoon in Singapore continued with a drive over to Seletar Airport (XSP), the “other” airport in Singapore that is far less busy than Singapore Changi (SIN). This report happens to coincide with news that Taylor Swift just arrived...
Great Coffee On Sentosa Island, Singapore
During my layover in Singapore, I did leave Changi Airport and spent a few hours visiting a couple of places I had never seen before during prior visits. First, I stopped on Sentosa Island for some great coffee. Best...
The 33 Hyatt Hotel Category Changes That Matter Most To Me
The annual Hyatt hotel category shuffle has been announced and the 2024 changes are a bit different than in years past. Looking over the list, there are 33 changes that were of interest to me, most of them negative....
Chinese-American Sues United Airlines, Claiming Flight Attendant Discrimination
A Chinese-American passenger is suing United Airlines, claiming a Caucasian flight attendant discriminated against him on the basis of his race and that United tried to cover up the incident by banning him from future flights. Chinese-American Files Discrimination...
Review: Cathay Pacific Lounge Singapore (SIN)
The Cathay Pacific Lounge is not easy to access if you are flying on another oneworld carrier, but once you get to T4 the lounge itself is very lovely with comfortable seating and delicious food. Cathay Pacific Lounge Singapore...
Wow: Azul Debuts Near Lie-Flat Premium Economy Seat “Economy Prime”
Brazilian carrier Azul has teased a new premium economy class product that is not just like but is exactly what business class was for many years on many carriers. The new Azul “Economy Prime” product takes premium economy to...
Review: Plaza Premium Lounge Singapore (SIN)
I took advantage of the 24/7 Plaza Premium Lounge in Singapore Changi Airport for some rest after a late arrival from Bali and extended visit to the nearby Qatar Airways Lounge. Plaza Premium Lounge Singapore Review (SIN) My dilemma...
Lufthansa Flight Attendants Want Special Meals To Cost Extra Like On SAS
Let’s take a look at the proliferation of passengers ordering special meals and why it has reached a boiling point for Lufthansa flight attendants. Lufthansa Flight Attendants Upset Over Special Meals Lufthansa serves complimentary meals in economy class on...
Delta Air Lines Captain Lays Down The Law
I wonder if we would see far less in-flight incidents if more pilots laid down the law like the Delta Air Lines captain in the video below. Delta Air Lines Captain Lays Down The Law Rooted Around Respect And...
Review: Qatar Airways Premium Lounge Singapore (SIN)
As much as I love the Qantas First Lounge in Singapore Changi, the Qatar Airways Premium Lounge is my favorite. I enjoyed a tremendous late-night dinner here with excellent service. This is my go-to lounge in SIN. Qatar Airways...
Review: British Airways Lounge Singapore (SIN)
I stopped by the British Airways Lounge during my long layover in Singapore Changi (SIN) and it really has not changed in years…and on balance, that is a good thing. British Airways Lounge Singapore (SIN) Review Arriving at around...
Delta Air Lines Launching Subsidized Route From Los Angeles – Brisbane
Delta Air Lines will launch seasonal service from Los Angeles to Brisbane in a bid to push United Airlines out of the market and take advantage of generous subsidies from the Queensland, Australia government. Delta Air Lines Announces Los...
My First Cruise: An Absolutely Delightful Surprise
I was quite apprehensive about my first cruise. There were certain preconceptions I had..and they were not positive. But as it tuned out, my Explora Journeys cruise onboard the Explora I was a resoundingly positive experience and has awakened...
Emirates Flight Attendants Slam Drunken Man On Ground In Business Class
An Emirates flight to Pakistan turned violent after an intoxicated passenger purportedly became aggressive, requiring multiple crew embers to tackle and subdue him. Drunken Man Slammed On Ground In Emirates Business Class On Raucous Flight To Pakistan Emirates flight...
Review: KLM 777 Business Class
I enjoy Fifth Freedom flights and I particularly enjoy flying on KLM between Bali and Singapore, two of my favorite places. The KLM 777 Business Class product is thankfully undergoing a refresh, but the older seat did not detract...
American Queen Shutters, Stiffing Small Businesses, Employees
American Queen Voyages has shut down just two weeks after this site reported trouble. Now it’s unpaid small business owners and fired employees left holding the bag. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
American Airlines Disallows Earning Loyalty Points On OTAs, A Simple Response
American Airlines announced that it will no longer allow travelers to earn Loyalty Points or Aadvantage Miles outside of direct booking. OTAs could respond simply, and profoundly. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
My Take: Hyatt Didn’t Really Need SLH or MGM Anymore
Hyatt Hotels has lost its MGM and Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) partnerships in the last eight months. But I don’t think it needed either anymore. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
