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 […]
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 […]
Is Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Lounge Best Business Class Lounge In The World?
Based upon the comments in my review, it seems that no major business class lounge divides readers more than Qatar Airways’ Al Mourjan Business Class Lounge in Doha. I’m firmly in the fan camp and would even put this lounge in the running for the best business class lounge in the world. Best Business Class […]
United Airlines Promises Better Onboard Meals. Here’s A Preview.
United Airlines has acknowledged that its in-flight meals have been slow to change but is promising new choices with more variety in the weeks ahead. Let’s take a look at what United Airlines is saying and preview five new dishes that have already debuted on domestic routes. United Airlines Promises More Choice In In-Flight Meals […]
United Airlines Will Restore Hot Towels To Premium Cabins
United Airlines will bring back hot towels on select premium cabin flights starting next month. It’s a small addition, but an important one and another small step toward the full return of the pre-pandemic soft product. Hot Towels Return To United Airlines There are few things more refreshing on an airplane than a hot towel […]
Dear Fellow United Flyers, Let’s Not Ruin The New Lounge Concept
To my dear fellow flyers on United Airlines, let’s not mess up the great innovation United has introduced in Denver via its Club Fly Lounge. Moderation is key. New United Lounge Concept In Denver Requires Our Cooperation United Airlines has introduced a great concept at Denver International Airport it is calling the United Club Fly […]
Good Availability For Thanksgiving Business Class to Europe
As we plan our annual return to England, we are finding good availability for business class award space to Europe. 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. Annual Return To Manchester, England Nearly […]
United Airlines Ramps Up Service To Australia
As summer approaches in Australia, United Airlines is ramping up its service to the Land Down Under. United Airlines Increases Australia Service With borders fully re-opened in all Australian states, United is restoring a number of routes we have not seen since before the pandemic, adding a new route later this month, and increasing frequency […]
Official: United Airlines Reveals New Summer Transatlantic Routes (Full List)
United Airlines has revealed its transatlantic expansion plans for 2023, including a resumption of historic routes, a trio of news ones, and increased capacity on others. The result is a planned increase of transatlantic seats by 10% compared to 2022. United Airlines Unveils Three New Transatlantic Routes, With A Total Of Seven 2023 Flights That […]
Review: United Airlines 787-9 Business Class To Cape Town [2022]
To reach Cape Town from the USA, it just makes sense to fly a U.S. carrier versus an all-day connection in London, Paris, Amsterdam, or Frankfurt. I flew United Airlines on the Boeing 787-9 in Polaris business class from Newark to Cape Town. This review recounts my journey and what to expect onboard. United Airlines […]
What Is A Premium Transcontinental Flight Like On United Airlines In Business Class?
Rather than provide a specific flight review, I want to give you an idea of what to expect right now if you are flying United Airlines in business class on a premium transcontinental flight. Premium Transcontinental Flight Review – United Airlines Business Class United operates premium transcontinental flights between Los Angeles (LAX) / San Francisco […]
Introduction: A Mission To South Africa
I spent a week in South Africa this summer on a church-related missions trip. This trip report will share about my time on the ground, which included visits to parts of the country outside Johannesburg and Cape Town. My Missions Trip To South Africa So often we see church “mission” work reduced to habitat-for-humanity style […]
Review: United Airlines 777-300ER Business Class Honolulu – Chicago
After a lovely flight to Honolulu, it was time to head back…this time on a United Airlines 777-300ER in business class. The flight was even lovelier due to one amazing flight attendant and I slept soundly for six hours between a hearty dinner and breakfast. United Airlines 777-300ER Business Class Honolulu – Chicago Review For […]
Business Class Doors Aren’t Where US Airlines Need To Improve
Soon nearly all US airlines will likely offer doors on business class seats, a nice privacy improvement, but this is not where they need to improve. 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. […]
Review: United Airlines 767-400 Business Class Newark – Honolulu
Earlier this year I had the chance to take a brief trip to Hawaii with a very special flyer. This review recounts my business class journey from Newark to Honolulu onboard the Boeing 767-400 in business class. United Airlines 767-400 Business Class Review: Newark – Honolulu When Tom Stuker, United’s most frequent flyer, told me […]
United Airlines Will Restore Duvets In Business Class On Select Domestic Flights
In a welcome move, United Airlines will be re-introducing duvets and large pillows in business class on premium trasconintiental as well as select flights to Hawaii and Alaska. United Airlines Duvets, Large Pillows Return To Business Class On Many Routes United’s Saks Fifth Avenue branded bedding is well regarded, particularly the large pillow and duvet […]
Emirates President Sir Tim Clark Offers His Thoughts On United Airlines’ Onboard Service
At the conclusion of the ceremony unveiling the new partnership between United Airlines and Emirates, I caught up with Sir Tim Clark, the President of Emirates, and asked him about the different service philosophies onboard Emirates and United. His answer was quite revealing. What Does Emirates President Sir Tim Clark Think Of United Airlines’ Onboard […]
United Airlines Prepares For Premium 737 MAX 10 To Replace Aging 757-200
The first United Airlines 737 MAX 10 has been spotted in Seattle, though delivery is still about a year away and could be complicated by regulatory challenges. Still, United intends a premium sub fleet of this aircraft with lie-flat seating in business class that will eventually replace the aging fleet of 757-200 planes currently operating […]
Will American Airlines Finally Eliminate International First Class?
We’ve predicted it for years, but a knowledgeable insider suggests that international first class on American Airlines is finally on the way out. Insider: American Airlines Will Eliminate International First Class Currently, American Airlines offers its international or premium first class product onboard select Airbus A321 and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. Just last week there was […]
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 […]
