The Lufthansa Group has revealed it is going all-in on Starlink, a long-overdue Wi-Fi upgrade that will transform internet onboard from tepid to fast across a handful of key European carriers. Starlink Wi-Fi Is Coming To Lufthansa Group, And...
Review: Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport (Practical SEA Airport Hotel)
The Aloft Seattle Sea-Tac Airport worked out nicely for my late arrival into SEA, with a free shuttle that operates around the clock and a clean and comfortable room. It’s not fancy, but it does the job. Aloft Seattle...
United Airlines’ Planned Investment In Azul Stalls After Brazil Reopens Review
Regulatory developments have stalled United Airlines’ planned minority investment in Brazilian carrier Azul, highlighting how even relatively modest equity moves can draw intense scrutiny, especially in a market as politically and economically sensitive as Brazil in the era of...
Delta Air Lines Employees Earn Massive 2025 Profit-Sharing Payout
With another year of generous profit sharing, Delta Air Lines has once again demonstrated why it is widely regarded as the best major U.S. airline to work for. Delta Air Lines Employees Will Enjoy $1.3 Billion In Profit Sharing...
Delta Air Lines Adds Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner To Refresh Longhaul Fleet
Delta Air Lines has officially ordered the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, adding the popular widebody aircraft type to its longhaul fleet for the first time. Delta Air Lines Orders Boeing 787 Dreamliners Delta has placed a firm order for 30...
Yes, Bikes Get Stolen In Switzerland Too
As always, we had a wonderful week in Germany and Switzerland over the holidays, but there was a nadir moment: my son’s bike was stolen in Switzerland. My Son’s Bike Was Stolen In Switzerland One of my favorite things...
Review: Alaska Airlines 737-9 MAX First Class
To attend the Alaska-Boeing event, I flew Alaska Airlines from Chicago (ORD) to Seattle (SEA) onboard a 737-9 MAX in first class and enjoyed a pleasant flight, with the exception of the Wi-Fi onboard. Alaska Airlines 737-9 MAX First...
Yikes: Skunk Spotted In First Class Seat On Delta Flight
I have seen many unusual things make their way onto airplanes over the years, but this one was particularly unusual. The Most Unusual First Class Upgrade Of The Year A photo circulating online this week shows what appears to...
Why We Flew EasyJet Instead Of SWISS To Switzerland
As much as I love flying SWISS, it just made more sense to fly EasyJet considering flight schedules and availability. Yet it came at a cost. Why We Chose EasyJet Over SWISS To Switzerland We arrived in Copenhagen (CPH)...
Spending Christmas Day In The SAS Lounge Copenhagen Turned Out Surprisingly Well
My family spent most of the daylight hours of Christmas in the SAS Lounge in Copenhagen and it turned out to be a very lovely and productive day. We Spent Seven Hours In The SAS Lounge Copenhagen On Christmas...
I Tried Status-Free Airline, Hotel Free Agency And Hated It
After years of frustration with loyalty programs I proudly freed myself of the elite status grind. I hated it and came crawling back to both airline and hotel status. Why Chasing Status Had Run Its Course Every year the...
Mocked For Hyatt–Rosewood Take, Now Marriott Circles
I was roasted for suggesting Rosewood should sell to Hyatt. Now leaked documents point to a Marriott-Rosewood tie-up. [Alleged] Marriott Legal Email Screenshot Leaks Rosewood Acquisition Plans Over the past few days a rumor has been making the rounds...
Aer Lingus Is Pulling Long-Haul Out Of Manchester
If you were hoping Aer Lingus’ base in Manchester would help claw back long-haul relevance, you may want to sit down. Aer Lingus is set to stop selling long-haul flights from Manchester beyond March 31, 2026, specifically the Manchester...
Last Call: Massive Capital One Venture X Business Welcome Offer, Up To 400K Bonus Miles
Link: Learn more about the Capital One Venture X Business The Capital One Venture X Business card is generating attention for a headline-grabbing welcome offer of up to 400,000 miles. That number is real, but it is also conditional,...
Christmas Eve In The Sky: Flying SAS Business Class To Copenhagen
We spent Christmas Eve with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), enjoying an evening journey to Copenhagen to kick off a brief trip to Germany for the holidays. Christmas Eve In SAS Business Class I mentioned yesterday, when outlining my elite status...
United Airlines Lays Out Contract Tradeoffs For Flight Attendants As Pay Talks Intensify
United Airlines has now publicly outlined its position in ongoing contract negotiations with flight attendants, and while the airline insists it is pushing toward an “industry-leading” agreement, the details reveal a tradeoff for cabin crews: raises paired with structural...
Poland Bets Big On Port Polska: Mega-Airport Aims To Become Europe’s Next Major Hub
Poland is betting big on its future in aviation with a mega-airport project that could reshape the map of European travel and provide a massive new hub for LOT Polish Airlines. Long known as the Central Communication Port, the...
American Airlines Brings Texas BBQ To First Class With Pecan Lodge Partnership
American Airlines is bringing a taste of Texas to the skies with a new partnership that lets passengers enjoy barbecue from one of Dallas’ most famous smokehouses on select flights…as a BBQ-loving omnivore, I’m a lot more impressed than...
My 2026 Elite Status Strategy: Embracing Free Agency Across Airlines And Hotels
As we enter the new year, I’m doubling down on an elite status strategy that worked very well in 2025: free agency. This year, I will continue to fly carriers where the price and schedule make the most sense....
Turkish Airlines Eyes Premium Economy Comeback, Reviving “Comfort Class” Era
It appears that Turkish Airlines is seriously considering the return of premium economy to its longhaul aircraft, a welcome move that brings back fond memories of “Comfort Class.” Turkish Airlines Considering Bringing Back Premium Economy Turkish was one of...
