My Aer Lingus A321neo LR flight in AerSpace (a business class seat without business class service) from Dublin to London was short, but gave me enough time to evaluate the seat and its features that you can except on...
Alaska Atmos Rewards Appears To Have Quietly Devalued Partner Awards
Something strange appears to be going on with Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards partner award pricing, and it appears to be bad news for anyone booking partner awards with connections. Alaska Atmos Rewards Is Pricing Some Finnair And Iberia Awards...
VIDEO: Woman Tackled By Port Authority Police After Meltdown At American Airlines Counter At LaGuardia
A chaotic scene unfolded at New York LaGuardia Airport when a passenger began screaming at the American Airlines check-in counter, prompting a swift response from Port Authority Police. “Airport Karen” Tackled By Police After Attack At American Airlines Check-In...
Churchill’s War Office Is Now a $1,000/Night Hotel
Churchill’s Old War Office is now Raffles London at The OWO, possibly the most historically significant luxury hotel in the world. Inside London’s Most Storied New Hotel There’s an incredible opportunit to stay in a building that shaped the...
Virtuoso Survey: Partners Are Bullish On 2026
Virtuoso's latest pulse survey shows travel suppliers and advisors heading into 2026 with rising confidence, strong pipelines, and only 3% pessimism on the partner side.
Net Migration Is Negative, But Read The Fine Print
Headlines say Americans are fleeing in droves. The actual numbers tell a far more nuanced story about who is really leaving and why.
After 42 Years At United, Chresten Wilson Becomes Airline’s Most Senior Pilot: A First For A Woman
Airline pilots live in a world defined by seniority. It determines everything: the aircraft you fly, the routes you get, your schedule, and even which holidays you miss with your family. After more than four decades in the cockpit,...
Passenger Bites JetBlue Flight Attendant, Avoids Jail—No Wonder Air Rage Keeps Getting Worse
A string of recent airline incidents raises an uncomfortable question: why do so many travelers now feel comfortable behaving outrageously in airports and on airplanes? The latest example involves a JetBlue passenger who bit a flight attendant and still...
Southwest Airlines Ends Flights To Chicago O’Hare And Washington Dulles, A Boost For United
Southwest Airlines’ decision to pull out of Chicago O’Hare and Washington Dulles may seem minor in the airline’s broader network reshuffling, but it could turn out to be a significant gift for United Airlines, which operates major hubs at...
Review: Aer Lingus Lounge London (LHR)
The Aer Lingus Lounge in London Heathrow was a great place to start my journey home on Aer Lingus, with a nice breakfast spread, barista-made coffee, and plenty of seating. Aer Lingus Lounge London Review (LHR) I began my...
Review: Singapore Airlines A380-800 Suites Class (Singapore – London)
My 14-hour journey from Singapore to London on Singapore Airlines onboard the A380-800 in Suites Class was about as flawless as a flight can be, with decadent meals, personalized service, and a very cozy first class suite. Singapore Airlines...
My Travel Dilemma: Book Flights Now Before Airfares Rise…Or Wait?
Airfares are creeping up again as oil prices surge and uncertainty spreads across global energy markets. That leaves many travelers facing a familiar dilemma: book now before prices rise further, or wait and hope fares come down. I’m currently...
Sunny Naqvi’s 43-Hour Chicago O’Hare Detention Story Is Falling Apart
The story of a Chicago-area woman who claimed she was detained for 43 hours after arriving at Chicago O’Hare International Airport has taken another dramatic turn. Federal authorities have now released surveillance images and doubled down on their claim...
Spare Some Change? Denver Airport Asking Travelers To Donate Gas And Grocery Gift Cards To Unpaid TSA Agents
Denver International Airport is asking travelers to donate grocery and gas gift cards to help Transportation Security Administration officers who are working without pay during the Department of Homeland Security shutdown. It is a sad situation and a reminder...
Delta Air Lines Signals New Los Angeles–Manila Flights As Philippine Airlines Pushes Chicago Route
Delta Air Lines has quietly revealed plans to launch service between Los Angeles and Manila, but the timing of the disclosure points to a strategic goal beyond simply announcing a new route. Delta Signals Los Angeles–Manila Flights As It...
United Airlines Partners With Chef’s Table To Create New Polaris Business Class Meals
United Airlines is partnering with Chef’s Table, the brand behind the popular Netflix documentary series, to introduce a new lineup of chef-designed meals in Polaris business class. United Airlines Taps “Chef’s Table” Chefs To Create New Polaris Business Class...
Review: Singapore Airlines The Private Room (SIN)
Singapore Airlines offers two first class lounges at its hub at Singapore Changi Airport. This review highlights The Private Room, the exclusive first class lounge for Singapore Airlines first class passengers. Singapore Airlines The Private Room Review (SIN) Ahead...
Why I Chose A Middle Seat In Economy Over First Class On American Airlines
Sometimes the best upgrade is the one you do not take. Why I Turned Down A First Class Upgrade On American Airlines Recently I flew from Chicago (ORD) to Los Angeles (LAX) on American Airlines. Before departure, I had...
Delta Air Lines Refused To Reopen Door For First Class Passenger After Medical Emergency
A musician with elite status on Delta Air Lines says he was denied boarding after stepping away to deal with a medical issue moments before departure. It’s an unfortunate story, but I’m siding with Delta on this one. A...
DHS Says Sunny Naqvi’s 43-Hour O’Hare Detention Story Is “Blatantly False”
The story of a U.S. citizen allegedly detained for 43 hours after arriving at Chicago O’Hare has taken a dramatic turn. Federal authorities are now flatly denying that the woman was ever detained at all. DHS Denies Sunny Naqvi...
