Europe just switched on biometric border checks. Here is what the new Entry/Exit System means for your next trip and how to get through quickly. Europe Flips The Switch On EES The European Union has begun rolling out its...
PAN AM HOTEL Takes Off: The Airport Stay Reimagined
JP Hospitality brings back the golden age of air travel with the launch of PAN AM HOTEL with a mid-century design, futuristic flair, and 24/7 service. Reviving the Spirit of Jet Age Glamour Airport hotels are rarely the highlight...
Europe’s Airports Disrupted By Cyber Attack On Collins Systems
A cyber-attack on Collins Aerospace’s check-in software is disrupting airports in Europe. What we know, what caused it, and what this means for travelers. Flight Systems Down In Multiple Countries Late on Friday night the check-in and boarding systems...
Partnerships Show Low Value Of JetBlue’s Own Award Flights
JetBlue has expanded its TrueBlue mileage partnerships but it demonstrates the poor value JetBlue offers on their own flights. JetBlue’s Partner Redemptions JetBlue has added some incredible partners including Qatar, Japan Airlines, Condor, Etihad, and soon United. Both Hawaiian...
American Plans A321XLR Base At JFK After Crew Leak
A leaked crew listing reveals American’s A321XLR base at JFK, hinting at trans-Atlantic growth with smaller, fuel-efficient jets. A Leak Points to JFK as A321XLR Primary Home The internet has a way of exposing airline secrets, and this week...
Can Someone Show American Airlines’ Management Where Asia Is?
American Airlines announced six new destinations for 2026 and they are entirely uninspired. Isn’t it time American Airlines returns to Asia? American Airlines Announces Six New Routes For 2026 American Airlines teased new routes on social media and then...
United’s Airbus A321XLRs Delayed, American, JetBlue On Track
United Airlines will have to wait a bit longer to add Airbus A321XLRs to its fleet, but American Airlines and JetBlue remain on track for 2025 deliveries. United’s A321XLR: Another Delay, Another Headache United Airlines has been banking on...
Ride-free Theme Park, Puy Du Fou, Voted Best In The World
The theme park most have never even heard of, Puy du Fou, was voted best theme park but doesn’t have a single ride. The Anti-Theme Park If you’ve never heard of it, you’re in good company, I hadn’t until...
‘Coolcations’ The Next Travel Trend Or Marketing Nonsense?
A reports suggests travelers avoiding hotter destinations in favor of cooler ones this summer, but is it all just hot air? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. The...
Aer Lingus, Pittsburgh Steelers Partner – But No Flights?
Aer Lingus announced a new partnership with NFL team, Pittsburgh Steelers, but oddly Aer Lingus hasn’t added any flights to Steel City yet. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us...
Review: Aer Lingus Dublin-New York A330-300 Business Class
While we were happy to find three seats on saver award level in business class on Aer Lingus, that’s more or less where the joy ended. Prepare for a snarky review. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support....
Look Ahead: 2025 Travel Trends And Predictions
The new year is upon us and there are a number of trends both in the luxury travel space as well as in the points and miles space. Here’s what to expect in 2025. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com...
Observations From The Invite-Only Luxury Travel Forum, ILTM
I was honored to accept an invite to the elusive ILTM Cannes conference earlier this month. Here are my observations from the four-day luxury travel event. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us...
Review: Park Hyatt London River Thames – Suite
London has long awaited the development of a Park Hyatt property and now, with the London River Thames, it has one well worth the wait. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram,...
What’s Going On With Alitalia Aircraft?
Alitalia went out of business officially in 2021 with ITA replacing the storied carrier, but what’s going on with its aircraft? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. From...
Review: SO Paris Hotel (Accor)
We tried the fashion-forward design property, SO/Paris Hotel near the Sarbonne and we have definitively found our new home in the city of lights. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
The Restorative Value Of Travel, A Personal Story
On a recent trip, I was forced to slow down and relax and I had no idea just how healing and restorative travel can be even after all of these miles and years. If you are considering booking travel or signing up...
Review: AirAlo ESim Card For Local Data In Foreign Countries
During a recent trip to Italy, I tried out a new eSim from AirAlo to lower my data charges and increase speeds. It was easy, fast, and inexpensive. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: Air Canada Business Class 777-300ER Toronto-Rome
I haven’t flown Air Canada in business class for a decade, but I had a chance to fly from Toronto to Rome but the experience did not live up to my expectations. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
Review: Le Meridien Visconti Rome Hotel
For a short, one-night stay, I tried the Le Meridien Visconti Rome hotel and was a little heartbroken at what’s happened to the brand over the years. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
