Marched off a train? Interrogated by ten armed men? Denied exit from an authoritarian country? Yes, I had another border “incident” over the weekend. As if Iran was not enough for one year, I ran into some problems at...
A Closer Look at United Airlines’ $550MN in Onboard Product Improvements
Fozz already nicely summarized the $550MN enhancements coming to United Airlines’ onboard product, but here’s a closer look from Scott O’Leary, Managing Director of Customer Solutions at United with my commentary below: Improved long-haul comfort with more flat-bed seats....
Virgin Atlantic Introduces "Emotional Health Warnings" for In-Flight Movies
Next time you find yourself on a Virgin Atlantic flight, don’t be surprised to see a new rating system onboard warning of the emotional health risks that might result from watching a particular movie. Toy Story 3, Adam Sandler...
Sleeping Vending Machines Coming to Airports
Would you pay for a few hours of sleep on a bed inside an airport? What if your flight was delayed and you could remain on the secure side of the terminal and escape the noise and hassle of...
You just won 25,000 United Mileage Plus miles!
Last night I received the following text message from my brother: Dad and mom went to United Mileage Plus promotion at the Americana. Mother won two RCC passes. Dad won 25000 mp miles. While I don’t believe in luck,...
CityJet Leaks Info, Eliminates Doubt on French Actor’s Poor Behavior
Caution: Another story about a drunk Frenchman Gérard Depardieu does not like to be kept waiting. The Golden Globe winner and Academy Award nominee also apparently enjoys alcohol. Throw in a flight delay and the combination becomes lethal. It...
US Airways: We Love Fees, Charlotte, and Mergers (but not Pilots)
Ely Portillo of the Charlotte Observer covered the US Airways monthly employee meeting in Charlotte on Tuesday attended by CEO Doug Parker. Here’s a quick rundown: On Fees: Parker said he understands that fliers hate the new fees, but...
€20 Off Your Next Lufthansa Flight with Free Voucher
Take €20 off your next flight on Lufthansa by requesting a free voucher here. You must first specify your departure country, and the €20 voucher (or equivalent amount in local currency) can be applied only for flights originating from...
Visiting “the last true remaining dictatorship in the heart of Europe”
As the unseasonably cool summer draws to a close here in Frankfurt, I love living here more and more each day–I am still working on my German, but it is slowly improving. In some ways, the last month and...
Thinking Critically About Rumored Changes to United Mileage Plus Program
News about the rumored changes to the United Mileage Plus program came as quite a shock to me. Although the final details will likely not be released until after Labor Day, it will still be advantageous to analyze each...
United Eliminates Special Meals on Domestic Flights on 10/1/11
Effective 01 October 2011, special meals will no longer be available on most United domestic, Canadian, Central American, and Caribbean flights. Special meals will still be available on transcontinental flights between LAX/SFO-JFK/EWR and Hawaiian flights. Furthermore, the following special...
More on Leaked Changes to United Mileage Plus Program
In all honesty, it is 0305 on Sunday morning, I have driven over 500km today to attend a wedding in Baden-Württemberg, just spent an hour on the phone booking an award with British Airways, and I just do not...
Leak: United to Completely Overhaul Mileage Plus Program?
Ben brings us the following changes under consideration for United Airlines’ Mileage Plus program from what he terms a “reliable” source: Class of service bonuses: Class of service bonuses for full fare tickets and paid premium cabin tickets will...
Free Membership in EL AL Matmid Frequent Flyer Club + 30 Bonus Points
The EL AL Matmid frequent flyer program tends to be one to avoid. With high redemption charts, fuel surcharges on award tickets, and a membership fee to join ($25), you are much better using your American Airlines miles if...
83,871 American Airlines AAdvantage Miles for $4.96?
While it appears this is a fleeting promotional error, AAdvantage Shopping is offering 83,871 miles for a $4.96 Palm® wireless phone charger through Verizon. Simply follow this link, click on “Buy Now”, login to your account or register for...
Hot Complimentary Food Returns to British Midland Economy Class
It is rare that an airline reinstates complimentary amenities for passengers, especially those behind the curtain. Yet British Midland International (bmi) plans to bring reintroduce hot food to premium economy and economy classes starting August 17th: Customers travelling with...
Review: Park Hyatt Seoul
It comes as no surprise that you will always be pampered at a Park Hyatt property. Indeed, that that is to be assumed in a luxury hotel chain. The question then becomes whether price, location, and amenities make a...
Hotels.com Buy-One-Get-One-Free Booking Promotion (up to $400 value)
Book now and save big at hotels.com. If you have never joined hotels.com’s Key Card Collectors Program or have joined but never booked a hotel room through the website, the Great Unloyaling Promotion is for you. Through this offer...
40% Discount on Lufthansa Mileage Upgrades to Business Class
Through September 19th, Lufthansa is discounting transatlantic business class mileage upgrades. Full (Y or B) fare tickets can be upgraded for 20,000 miles per person each way, instead of the normal 35,000 miles. Discount G, H, M, Q, U...
Just Another Bad Apple at the TSA
While I do not derive any sort of pleasure from blogging about Transportation Security Administration officers constantly being busted for breaking the law, there is a reason I choose to cover these sorts of stories. After blogging about the...
