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...
The Trip Not Taken: Splitting Up The Family To London
On a recent trip to London, I made a mistake. The choice then became how we all get to London and the answer was: separately. My Mistake: Positioning Flight Award space is hard to come by and for this...
JetBlue Ends TAP Loyalty Partnership, Lisbon Flights Coming?
In an email to JetBlue TrueBlue members that its loyalty partnership with TAP (Portugal) would be ending. It already has Lisbon landing slots, are flights next? JetBlue Announces Loyalty Partnership With TAP To End JetBlue sent a late night...
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...
JetBlue Challenge Accepted, With A New Twist
JetBlue came through and approved my status challenge, but then added a twist this week with a new 25-year status opportunity and I might go from novice to forever Blue. JetBlue Accepts My Application, Caveat For Others I was...
The JetBlue Mosaic Challenge And Why I Can’t Pass It Up
JetBlue is offering American Airlines Executive Platinum, Concierge Key and Delta Platinum, 360 members a status challenge I can’t say no to. Status Match, Challenge JetBlue has rolled out a status match for competing carriers to its markets. Significant...
United-JetBlue Tie Up Leaves American Airlines Bloodied
In a move that has sent ripples through the aviation industry, United Airlines and JetBlue have announced a strategic partnership dubbed “Blue Sky.” This collaboration aims to enhance customer experience by integrating loyalty programs and expanding route networks, all...
Spirit, Southwest, JetBlue: Time to Rethink Perceptions
In just the last nine months, three carriers with distinct identities, Spirit, Southwest, and JetBlue have significantly shifted but public perceptions might be harder to change. We cling to airline stereotypes like old luggage—worn out, busted at the zippers,...
Speaker Scum: Common Traveller Annoyance Gets A Name
Recent complaints on Reddit and around the internet give a new name to a common traveller annoyance and fears of fast wifi onboard are growing the concern. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed...
Expedia Group Stock Jumps On 2024 Q4 Holiday Earnings
Expedia Group Holdings’ stock jumped 17.3% thanks to its latest earnings report based on a strong 2024 holiday season. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Expedia Posts Strong...
Spirit Airlines Might Not Be Able To Wait Out Trump Solution
Spirit Airlines bankruptcy took a turn for the worse this week. President-elect Trump’s prior administration was friendlier to airline tie-ups but can Spirit wait out a solution? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed...
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...
Two Large Airline Partners Leave Barclays Weeks Apart
It has been a rough few weeks for Barclays co-branded credit card division with a second departure from the portfolio. How will the bank change its approach? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed...
Spirit Airlines Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Continues Flying
Spirit Airlines announced today that it has submitted filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy and debt restructuring and will continue flying and selling tickets. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us...
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...
Election Fallout: What Could Change In US Travel
With the most consequential election in US history (according to the pundits and both campaigns) what could it mean for travel in 2025 and beyond? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram,...
Alaska-Hawaiian Greenlit, JetBlue-Spirit Struggle To Survive
Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines have not been challenged on its acquisition by the DOJ during its standard review period in what appears to green light their merger while Spirit and JetBlue struggle to survive independently. If you are considering booking...
Air Canada, Air France Raise Concerns, Joining Others
Air Canada and Air France are the latest major carriers to raise concerns about meeting revenue targets issued for the financial quarter. They join nearly half of US carriers and major cruise industry executives. If you are considering booking...
Former JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes Rapid Recovery, New CEO Role
In early February, JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes stepped away from his post unexpectedly due to health reasons, but just weeks later he’s been appointed head of Airbus in the Americas. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
Southwest Airlines May Acquire A Competitor, But Which One?
Rumors are swirling that Southwest may acquire another carrier to cope with Boeing 737 delivery issues. But which one? 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...
