Lucali is one of those nearly impossible restaurants to get into, famous for great pizza. I couldn’t believe we got into the Brooklyn location, and it lived up to the hype. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
Trying To Find Value When Hotel Points Let You Down
We have an upcoming trip to New York City, and despite the rumors of travel experiencing a lull, the city is absolutely packed. How do you find value when hotel points aren’t an option? If you are considering booking...
Global Airlines Wants To Break Into London-New York Market
Global Airlines, a start-up with (now) four A380s wants to break into the London-New York air market. Here’s why and how they might and might not achieve that goal. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
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...
Review: Gild Hotel, A Thompson Hotel (New York City)
Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel (Hyatt) near Wall Street in New York City is a great Hyatt Privé option in lower Manhattan. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
JetBlue-Spirit Airlines Merger: DOJ Drags Feet On Suit
The Department of Justice let a deadline slip to sue and block the JetBlue-Spirit Airlines merger. Will the DOJ block the combination of the two airlines? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Close Call: Two Airliners Narrowly Avoid Runway Catastrophe
For the second time in recent weeks, two airliners faced a runway incursion that could have been disastrous. Is this becoming more common, or more noticed? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: Hyatt Grand Central Terminal, New York
It’s been nearly a decade since I was last at the Hyatt Grand Central Terminal, New York City and I was happy to return to see how the hotel has changed over the years. If you are considering booking...
When Will The US-Canada Border Re-Open? June Update
The US-Canada border has been closed for 16 months for most travelers, but with COVID cases decreasing in the US and widespread availability of the vaccine when will the US-Canadian border re-open? If you are considering booking travel or signing up...
Alaska-Emirates Partnership Effectively Ending Before July 31st
Alaska Airlines and Emirates have announced the upcoming end to their partnership but despite a July 31st termination date, aspects of the arrangement have already ended it would appear. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new...
Shopping Flights To Italy Following Reopening
Now that the borders are reopening, I’m shopping flights to Italy, and here’s what I found. 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...
Review: Goldbelly Brings Destination Eats to You
I ordered from Goldbelly for the first time this week to try out the service (and an American Express Platinum benefit) and this was my experience. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: American Airlines Admirals Club New York (JFK)
After arriving from London, we had several hours in New York JFK before our connection to Los Angeles. While the Flagship Lounge and Flagship Bridge were closed, the Admirals Club was open. American Airlines Admirals Club JFK Review Location...
Does the UK’s 3-Tier Lockdown Jeopardize New York-London Corridor?
The United Kingdom launched a 3-tier lockdown with respect to its pandemic response and limitations. Does this threaten the proposed New York-London travel corridor this winter? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Hypocritically, Cuomo Adds Restrictions to Visitors from Hot Spots
New York Governor Cuomo announced this week that visitors from COVID-19 hot spots around the US would have to quarantine. Odd, because he opposed such restrictions by other states against New Yorkers. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
Some States’ Coronavirus Travel Restrictions Unconstitutional
Hawaii, Rhode Island, and Florida are just some of the states whose coronavirus travel restrictions may be unconstitutional. 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,...
DHS Was Right To Block New York Global Entry Applicants
The Department of Homeland Security began blocking New York residents from applying for their trusted traveller program, Global Entry, over the state’s “Sanctuary policies” but there’s more to the story and DHS was right to do it. If you...
Hot Deal: New York To Paris In Business Class For $1,000 Round-Trip
During a La Compagnie flash sale, you can travel between New York and Paris for only $1,000 round-trip in business class with a fully lie-flat seat. I’ve never seen a “legit” ticket so cheap. La Compagnie is an all-business class...
Lufthansa Offers A Chance To Experience Golden Age Of Travel
Lufthansa is celebrating the 60th anniversary of its Senator Service onboard the Lockheed Super Constellation, which represented the first “luxury” transatlantic flight in 1958. This weekend, you can experience that service yourself. If you’re in New York City this...
Frequent Traveler University in New York City This Weekend! Still Not Too Late To Attend.
One last reminder that Frequent Traveler University will be held in New York City this weekend. It is still not too late to register. Ever wanted to learn more about manufactured spending? The best miles and points program? Which...
