Oh what a difference a hallway makes in dividing two worlds, one in the heavens and the other in the dungeon. This review covers the sorry step-sister of the Polaris Lounge, the C17 Untied Club located directly across the concourse hall but worlds apart. United Club Washington Dulles Review (C17) Many United Clubs have improved […]
I Spent The Night Sleeping On A Bench At Dulles Airport
I did something I have not done in many years: slept on a bench at the airport. My overnight at Washington Dulles reminded me of the days of my youth and how I used to stretch my travel budget by sleeping in airports. How was it? Honestly, not so bad. Sleeping At Dulles Airport For […]
Will American And United Match Delta’s Upgrade Devaluation?
Delta Air Lines devalued its global upgrade certificates yesterday, now only allowing a confirmed one-cabin upgrade. Will American Airlines and United Airlines shortly follow? Delta Air Lines Devalues Confirmed Upgrades Via Global Upgrade Certifcates Delta Global Upgrade Certificates (GUCs) are now only valid for a confirmed one-cabin upgrade. If you book an economy class fares, […]
London Calling: United Airlines Adds Five New Flights To LHR
United Airlines will add five additional flights to London Heathrow in 2022, including double daily service from Denver, two more flights from Newark, a third flight from San Francisco, and finally launch new service from Boston. United Airlines To Bolster Service To London In 2022 London has been a relative bright spot for United when […]
Introduction: My Long Journey Home From Brazil
Welcome to my next trip report, a recount of my recent journey from Sao Paulo, Brazil to Los Angeles…via Florida, Panama City, and San Salvador. My Long Journey Home From Brazil The “point” of this trip was to review Azul’s new A330-900neo in business class, which operates sporadically between Viracopos International Airport outside of Sao […]
United Airlines Will Trade Full Cans For Poured Beverages
In another sign that pre-pandemic service is returning, United Airlines will start pouring beverages later this month onboard instead of proactively offering full, unopened cans. United Airlines Reverts To Poured Beverages Over Sealed, Full Cans Starting on October 15th, United will transition back to pouring beverages in all markets and cabins. For most passengers, this […]
My Office Is A 767-300 Traveling Between LAX And JFK
As United Airlines transitions from a 767-300 to a 757-200 on its premium transcontinental service between the West Coast and New York JFK, I eulogize the loss of my mobile office and express hope I will see it again. My Office Is A 767-300 Traveling Between New York And Los Angeles At 37,000 Feet When […]
Using LifeMiles For Bucket List Travel
LifeMiles is selling miles for their lowest price this year and I am using them to accomplish some bucket list travel goals. ***Sponsored Content*** Buy LifeMiles, Get 140% Bonus LifeMiles is a Star Alliance loyalty program that offers some of the best deals for flights throughout the network. Its award chart is also much more […]
Review: United Club Houston (IAH – Terminal E)
United Club Houston IAH Terminal E Review I reviewed this lounge prior to my flight to Los Angeles on my way home from Brazil. Location + Hours + Access Located in Terminal E, this lounge is currently open from 5:45am to 9:00pm seven days a week. It is located between Gates E11 and E12. This […]
Review: United Airlines 777-300ER Economy Plus
For my duck trip, I “cheeped” out and flew United Airlines from San Francisco to Frankfurt in EconomyPlus. As much as I love to travel in premium cabins, it’s nice to travel in the back once in awhile so that I can better appreciate the flights up front. United Airlines 777-300ER Economy Plus Review United’s […]
United Airlines, Supersonic Jets, And The Power Of Marketing
Once is an accident. Twice is a coincidence. But three times? I have to give United Airlines credit for taking a highly theoretical concept, its new supersonic aircraft, and turning it into a marketing bonanza. United Airlines Theoretical Supersonic Aircraft Shows Us The Power Of Marketing At the outset, I think one of the biggest […]
My Flight Attendant Was A Total Karen…And I Loved Her
I’m going to stop using the term Karen as a pejorative. It simply is not fair to the many wonderful Karens. Some additions to our popular lexicon simply do not belong and instead of fueling the cliche, today I want to dedicate an entire post to a lovely flight attendant named Karen. With Flight Attendants Like Karen, […]
An Impressive Brazilian Steak…On United Airlines
I’m an omnivore and probably always will be. One evidence of that is apparently that hope springs eternal and I keep ordering steaks on airplanes, hoping they will turn out nicely. While I am usually disappointed, on a recent United Airlines flight São Paulo to Houston I was pleasantly surprised. Impressive Brazilian Steak On United […]
Review: United Club Chicago O’Hare (ORD – B18)
The B18 United Club at Chicago O’Hare is currently my least favorite of the four United lounges at ORD due to the more limited food selection and threadbare furniture, but it brings back many happy memories. United Club Chicago ORD B18 Review I arrived in the lounge around 6:00pm and left around 7:00pm to board […]
Introduction: A Sensational Weekend In São Paulo, Brazil
I’m up for a weekend trip to most anywhere, but I now have a new city I will look forward to returning to: São Paulo, Brazil. When my friend asked if I wanted to join him in Sao Paulo, for a couple days, I agreed because I thought the fellowship would be great. It was. […]
Review: United Club Chicago O’Hare (ORD – F9)
United’s only airport lounge in Terminal 2 at Chicago O’Hare is actually one of its best, with plenty of room to spread out and superb tarmac views. The United Club at F9 offers a welcome respite from the hustle of the commuter terminal below. United Club Chicago ORD C16 Review I arrived in the lounge […]
Review: United Club Chicago O’Hare (ORD – C16)
While the United Club in Terminal 1, Concourse C of Chicago O’Hare (ORD) can get crowded, United Airlines is steadily improving amenities and this lounge proved to be a comfortable venue to spend a nine-hour layover. United Club Chicago ORD C16 Review I arrived in the lounge around 10:00am and did not leave until 7:00pm. […]
United Airlines Will Resume Pre-Departure Beverages In First Class (Trial)
United Airlines will resume offering pre-departure beverages in first class on two routes, starting later this month. The trial will gauge interest, consumer reaction, and may expand to more flights this autumn. United Airlines Will Resume Pre-Departure Beverages On Two Trial Routes Unofficially, some flight attendants have been offering bottled water as a welcome drink […]
United Airlines Will Debut Premium Wi-Fi, Free Messaging Next Week
While long hinted, United Airlines will debut a new wi-fi trial across many narrobowdy jets that will include both a complimentary messaging option plus paid high-speed premium wi-fi. United Airlines Will Trial Premium Wi-Fi, Free Messaging Between July 16th and 29th, United will conduct an onboard Wi-Fi test with multi-tiered options, including free messaging and […]
United MileagePlus: Cheaper Awards & Upgrades, No Blackouts
I had the chance to speak with Luc Bondar, the President of MileagePlus, yesterday and he shared with me several refreshingly positive improvements coming to the United Airlines MileagePlus program this summer. United Airlines MileagePlus Summer 2021 Changes – Cheaper Awards & Upgrades, No Blackouts Discounted Prices On European Routes Throughout the pandemic, United MileagePlus […]
