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Review: American Airlines Flagship Business Transcontinental (LAX-JFK)
The American Airlines Flagship Transcontinental Business Class experience does not live up to expectations, at least on the Airbus A321T, but at least there is potential…a whole lot of it. Let’s review my flight from Los Angeles to New York. American Airlines Flagship Business Transcontinental Review (LAX-JFK) I wrote up...
Miles For Family
Using Up “Unloved” Best Western Points for an Epic Road Trip to Southwest National Parks in the Winter
If you asked my husband about his most memorable travel experience, without hesitation he would mention the 1993 summer trip to the western United States. My in-laws bought a used camper for $1k and took the kids to visit some of the greatest national parks this country has to offer....
2PAXfly
AMERICAN AIRLINES: trialing innovative LAX transfers for flights from Sydney
American Airlines wants to spare you the most annoying part of arriving in the USA. That’s transferring to a domestic flight at LAX. If you’ve ever flown into the United States from Australia, you’ll know the drill. It’s not a good one. It’s the kind of soul-sapping routine that has...
2PAXfly
THAI AIRWAYS: Short-haul just got a lie-flat upgrade with new A321neo Business Class
Here’s something that’ll make your next hop around Southeast Asia a bit more palatable. Thai Airways, which has been undergoing something of a phoenix-like rebirth lately (yes, there have been wings and flames involved), is adding a fleet of Airbus A321neos to its stable — and they’re not skimping on...
Live and Let’s Fly
Introduction: A Return To Morocco On Royal Air Maroc
Welcome to my next trip report, which will share in greater detail about my brief trip to Morroco and an unexpected side trip to Paris last July, with a chance to fly the Royal Air Maroc flagship 787-9 and check out the brand new Park Hyatt Marrakech. A Trip To...
View from the Wing
What’s In My Wallet – My Credit Card Strategy (2025)
I've cleaned out my wallet and I'm not carrying nearly as many credit cards on a daily basis any longer. Still, my wallet is a great window in the spending choices I make every day. What gets a wallet slot, and what cards I have but keep in a drawer,...
Miles For Family
Final Japan and China Trip Itinerary
I can’t believe my family’s trip to Japan and China is next month! When I booked flights last year for this trip, it seemed so far away. We just have to get through the next few weeks of school, and then we’re on our way! Our trip itinerary has changed...
2PAXfly
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA: Velocity members get more benefits on Doha flights with Virgin/Qatar
Virgin Australia, in partnership with Qatar Airways, is introducing several new benefits for Velocity Frequent Flyer members on flights between Australia and Doha, commencing in June 2025. That’s the new Virgin Australia flights but operated by wet-leased Qatar Airways airdraft and crew. Most benefits are those you would expect from...
2PAXfly
AIR ASIA: Man tries to open emergency door mid-air twice!
After attempting to open emergency exit doors on AirAsia X flight D7220, a 46-year-old Jordanian national, Shadi Taiseer Alsaaydeh, was arrested and charged by Australian Federal Police. The April 5 flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sydney departed an hour late at 10:01 and arrived at 20:43. During the flight while...
Points Miles and Bling
How Airlines Are Using IPL (Cricket) to Win India’s Travel Market
As I sit watching the Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match, it’s not just the sixes and wickets catching…
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Live and Let’s Fly
Review: Air France 777 Economy Class
Our early morning flight from Paris to Los Angeles was pleasant onboard an aging but comfortable Air France 777 in economy class. The Air France economy class experience is solid. Air France 777 Economy Class Review (CDG-LAX) After a short night at the Hyatt Place near CDG Airport and a...
Live and Let’s Fly
After Aircraft Swap, 4-Year-Old Was Seated Alone…But United Airlines Blamed Parents
Aircraft swaps are an operational reality and often create a musical chairs scenario. But one family of four found out the hard way on United Airlines that remaining seated together required herculean effort. It should have never been this hard. Aircraft Swaps Leaves 4-Year-Old By Himself On United Airlines Transatlantic...
The Points of Life
Air Corsica to the Birthplace of Napeleon
Air Corsica Flight Review is part of the Still The Best Trip Report. After fumbling around the French Riviera (see Guns & Butter: French Riviera Travel Guide (Poor Man’s Edition)), it was time to visit a new ‘country’, Corsica. The only way to get from Nice to Figari is on Air...
Miles For Family
Virgin Atlantic Jacks Up Surcharges for Delta Awards, Paying Taxes with Credit Card and More
Virgin Atlantic jacks up Delta One surcharges departing Europe to more than $1,000 one-way: Oof! Those surcharges are ridiculous, and now they’re on both ways to/from Europe. See this post on Frequent Miler. How and Why to Pay Your Taxes with a Credit Card: Even though there are fees, it...
The Gate with Brian Cohen
My First Time As a Passenger With Fiji Airways — and The Verdict Is…
The nonstop flight of one hour and 45 minutes aboard a Boeing 737 MAX 8 airplane from Nadi to Port Vila was my first time as a passenger with Fiji Airways in the economy class cabin — and it was the only flight which I have taken that was operated...
The Shutterwhale
Hotel Review: RYSE, Autograph Collection (Producer Suite) – Best Hotel in Hongdae with Great Restaurants and Shopping Options
RYSE, Autograph Collection delivers a polished and thoughtfully curated
stay right in the heart of Hongdae, Seoul’s most youthful and energetic
district. The hotel blends boutique charm with brand-level consistency,
offering stylish rooms, standout design, and a strong sense of place that
reflects the creative pulse of the neighbourhood.
Live and Let’s Fly
A Day In The Life Of A Travel Blogger
Today I thought I’d pull back the curtain on my work as a travel blogger and how I approach opportunities to interact directly with airlines. A Day In The Life Of A Travel Blogger I receive a lot of media invites for events like new lounge openings, aircraft deliveries, or...
