On a recent trip to Washington DC for the Freddie Awards, my family tried the Instagram-favorite Ghostburger and we were not disappointed. 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. Location Located in the […]
Review: Tin Building by Jean-Georges (New York City)
During a recent visit to New York City, I visited the Tin Building on the lower east side and am so glad I did. 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. Location I […]
Trip Report: United Airlines 787-9 Diversion To Pago Pago
Last month, we covered the United Airlines 787-9 diversion to Pago Pago. A mechanical issue forced a United Dreamliner bound for Sydney, Australia to stop in the capital of American Samoa. Today, we bring you a trip report from one of the passengers onboard and the excellent experience her family enjoyed while in Pago Pago. […]
Chicken Fajitas On Virgin Atlantic
My Meal of the Week feature examines an airline meal from my travels over the years. This may be a meal from earlier in the week or it may be a meal served over a decade ago. Sometimes an airline meal can be ugly, not exactly as described, but still incredibly delicious. That was the case with […]
After A Bad Flight, Taco Bell Saves The Day
Folks, there’s nothing like a bit of comfort food after a long flight with bad food served onboard. I’m thankful Taco Bell is open late. Taco Bell After A Long Flight With Bad Food I mentioned it in passing in my review of the Hyatt Regency Chicago O’Hare, but after arriving from Krakow on LOT […]
Review: Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas
While the Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas represents a great value for Hyatt loyalists and offers many attractive amenities, my stay at this beachside hotel will likely be my one and only. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas Review I was very excited to try this hotel, which opened in 2021 and is part of a […]
Review: United Airlines 737-800 Business Class To Guatemala City
For my outbound to Guatemala City, I flew United Airlines nonstop from Los Angeles. The carrier has beefed up its service to Central America during the pandemic and offers nonstops to another of cities, including daily service to GUA. Flying United Airlines To Guatemala City It’s not an elite-heavy route and my upgrade cleared shortly […]
5 Must-Try Omaha Restaurants From a Former Resident
As a former long-time resident of Omaha, Nebraska, when I return I have some must-hit restaurants, here are five that you must try. 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. Returning to Omaha For a Visit I lived […]
A Cantina To Avoid At Denver International Airport
Cantina is the Spanish word for bar. It also happens to be the name of a Mexican restaurant in Denver International Airport. My bottom line: friendly service, but avoid the tacos. Cantina Grill Denver Airport (DEN) Review I was hungry and the pre-packaged snack selections in the United Club simply were not enough to satisfy […]
Street Tacos! Why I Love Living In Los Angeles
There are many wonderful reasons to live in Los Angeles, but one of my favorites is the street tacos. Street Tacos In Los Angeles Los Angeles is full of ethnic enclaves and neighborhoods very different than the next. The diversity of food options is one of the key selling points of the City of Angels. […]
Airport Police Chases And Fake Icelandic Airlines: How To Gain Free Publicity
Two aviation stories, seemingly unrelated, remind us how much our truth-starved culture is willing to pursue news that lacks any credibility or edifying value. The stories also provide clear and convincing blueprints for how to secure free publicity. Police Pursuit On Tarmac Of Van Nuys Airport First to Van Nuys, California where police officers chased […]
Re-Imagining Cruises in 2021
Cruise ships will simply have to operate differently in 2021 due to COVID-19 restrictions. Here are some ways cruising will likely change. 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. Whether COVID-19 is Gone or Not Regardless of whether […]
Review: Mar Monte Hotel Santa Barbara, Part Of Hyatt Unbound Collection
The recently-remodeled Mar Monte Hotel in Santa Barbara offers refreshed rooms in an ideal beachside location. While there is room for improvement, as you’ll read about in this review, this remains one of my favorite getaway hotels. Mar Monte Hotel Review In order to escape the oppressive heat and smoke, my family headed from Los […]
My First International Trip In Five Months
The last time I stepped outside the United States was in March 2020. When I left for Africa all was calm. By the time I returned just a week later, everything had begun to change. I recently left the USA once again…but it was not a fancy vacation in a premium cabin. In fact, it […]
An Eerie Layover At Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Never in my life did I think I would see a major airport so quiet on a Friday afternoon in spring. But Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport felt like an eerie ghost town. After our Citation X flight from Los Angeles to Scottsdale, AZ on Delta Private Jets, Augustine and I were dropped off at […]
Delta Vs. United: The LAX Taco Wars
Two airlines. Two lounges. Two taco bars. Who wins at LAX, United or Delta? Regular readers of the blog know that I love tacos. Like, love to the point of eating tacos multiple days per week. What can I say? I was born and raised in Los Angeles… I’m partial to the Mexican or Tex-Mex […]
Review: Kimpton Seafire Grand Cayman – Junior Suite
One of the most impressive properties inside both Kimpton and, thusly IHG, is the Kimpton Seafire Resort in Grand Cayman. I have been excited to try it from the moment it was announced that IHG Rewards Club points could be used to stay at Kimpton hotels. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new […]
Review: Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa
As I reflect upon my time at the Miraval Resort & Spa in Arizona, I am thankful for the great food, amazing massage, and luxury accommodations. Service was great and I enjoyed the time with my wife. That said, I don’t think this is a resort for me. This trip was a last-minute decision. I’ve […]
Live and Let’s Fly Weekend Digest: May 27, 2018
Los Angeles has been experiencing “May Gray” all week and I love it! Every year around this time I am reminded of how I should be living in London or Seattle…but I digress (while hoping for “June Gloom”). This week, we learned that Sun Country will cut first class, Delta announced new transcontinental service to […]
Live and Let’s Fly Weekend Digest: December 03, 2017
I’m in LA tonight…the question is for how long. I’m hoping I’ll be able to stay home this week, but I may be on a plane to New York tomorrow, then Hong Kong, then Zurich…maybe even Las Vegas. We’ll see how the week unfolds… Last week the big story, for me at least, was the […]
