As 2022 draws to a close, it is time for my annual “Top 10” series. Here, I’ll look back on the top 10 airline lounges I visited in 2022. Note, this is not my all-time “top 10” list, but only my “top 10” list of lounges I visited this year. 10. Air France Lounge 2F […]
Merry Christmas From LiveAndLetsFly, Kyle, And Matthew
Matthew and I want to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and reflect a little on the blog, our readership, and our gratefulness. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. It’s Been […]
Introduction: A Middle East Adventure Many Times Over
Welcome to my next trip report, which will recount my journey to three countries in the Middle East as well as to Turkey. An Epic Middle East Adventure Many Times Over A dear friend took an extended holiday in the Middle East in the spring. While familial and work obligations kept me from being gone […]
What Are The Effects Of AI (ChatGPT) On Travel Blog Writing?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) writing tools have advanced greatly, especially with GPT-3. But what are the effects on travel blog writing or online content generally? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. AI and […]
Introduction: A Journey To Exotic Algeria
Welcome to my next trip report, a recount of my recent journey to exotic Algeria. Algeria was one of the most difficult countries I have ever traveled to, but looking back was a superb trip. Exotic Algeria Trip Report The first challenge was securing a visa, which I will discuss in my next post. I […]
American Airlines Passenger Physically Detained By Captain While Flight Attendant Grabs His Mobile Phone
An aviation photographer was physically detained on a recent American Airlines trip by crew members after a flight attendant suspected he was taking pictures of the flight crew. American Airlines has now responded. Man Is Physically Detained By Flight Crew On American Airlines – PSA Flight Over Photo Controversy I’ve been sitting on this story […]
Introduction: A Summer Getaway To Dubrovnik
Welcome to my next trip report, which will recount my brief summer journey to Dubrovnik, Croatia earlier this month. A Summer Visit To Dubrovnik, Croatia You might recall I flew Lufthansa First Class on my birthday in order to obtain a birthday duck. Rather than just fly to Frankfurt and fly back, I decided to […]
Boys’ Night Out At LAX
The summer is winding down for my five-year-old son Augustine. With school starting next week, I decided to take him to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for a boys’ night out. Beautiful Memories From Boys’ Night Out At LAX All summer, Augustine has asked to go the airport. All summer, we’ve been too busy…he’s accompanied […]
A Quaint Beer Garden In Historic Worms, Germany
On our drive home from Düsseldorf to Basel, we stopped for dinner at a cute little beer garden in Worms, Germany called Kolb’s. Kolb’s Biergarten In Worms – Delicious German Food Worms is a historic city in Germany, one of the oldest in Northern Europe. While presently the home of industry and a major university, […]
Introduction: Christmas In Germany
Now that I’m home and unwinded, it’s time to recount my two-week journey to Germany for Christmas and New Years. I’ve already detailed bits and pieces, but this trip report will highlight our remarkable family trip. Our Christmas Trip To Germany When a trio of award seats opened in Lufthansa First Class from San Francisco […]
“Green” Cities Choose Green Money Over Green Flight Policies
Airports run by cities and counties that espouse green policies limit that when it affects their pocketbooks and this is most evident with airport slots. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Cities […]
My Top 10 Flights In 2021
As 2021 draws to a close, it is time for my annual “Top 10” series. Here, I’ll look back on my 10 favorite flights from 2021. As a reminder, this is not a top-10 all-time list nor does it necessarily contain the 10 most luxurious flights I enjoyed this year. Rather, it represents my subjectively […]
My 10 Worst Flights In 2021
I hesitated writing this because all things considered, 2021 was a very smooth year of flying. Still, as travel as ramped up again in 2021 I had some fun compiling this list of my worst flights in 2021. My 10 Worst Flights In 2021 – Perspective Matters It’s important to preface this list by stating […]
My Top 10 Airline Meals Of 2021
For this year’s final Meal of the Week, I count down my top 10 airline meals of 2021. To be clear, these are only the best meals I have enjoyed over the last year, not my top 10 all-time list. I ramped up travel in 2021 compared to 2020, though my number of meals to […]
My Top 10 Airline Lounges Of 2021
As 2021 draws to a close, it is time for my annual “Top 10” series. Here, I’ll look back on the 10 best airport lounges I visited in 2021. Note, this is not my all-time “top 10” list, but only my “top 10” list of lounges I visited this year. 10. United Club Chicago (ORD […]
United Club London Reopens
The United Club in London Heathrow Terminal 2 has reopened; the first United Club to open outside the United States since the pandemic started. United Club in London Heathrow Reopens United Airlines has four airport lounges outside the United States, including in: Hong Kong (HKG) London Heathrow (LHR) Mexico City (MEX) Tokyo Narita (NRT) All […]
My “Insurance Meal” In The ANA Lounge Tokyo
Even as I try to broaden my palate, I still find it difficult sometimes to enjoy new and different tastes. Prior to a Japanese meal in ANA business class, I enjoyed some comfort food in the ANA Lounge. Just in case. It was my insurance meal. “Insurance Meal” In ANA Suite Lounge Tokyo Haneda During […]
American Airlines Restores Ice Cream Sundaes And Glassware: Your Turn United Airlines…
American Airlines has restored two key elements of premium cabin service to its premium transcontinental and intnerconinetal flights: glassware and ice cream sundaes. It’s time for United Airlines to do the same. It’s Time For Ice Cream Sundaes And Glassware To Return To United Airlines Over the weekend, we covered United CEO Scott Kirby’s proud proclamation […]
KLM Sent Me A Rubber Duck!
I am the proud owner of dozens of Lufthansa rubber ducks but today I added a special duck to my collection…a duck from KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. Move Over Lufthansa! My New Rubber Duck From KLM You might recall that I recently flew to Frankfurt for a special-edition coronavirus duck, available exclusively at Lufthansa’s First […]
Booking My Christmas Trip To Europe With Avianca LifeMiles
Avianca LifeMiles is currently running a great promotion on purchased miles, allowing me to lock in space for my Christmas trip to Europe at a superb price…no coach this time! My Christmas Trip To Europe In Business Class Using Avianca LifeMiles Through October 15, 2021 LifeMiles is running a 140% bonus on purchased miles. That […]
