Weekly Wanderlust: A Curated Collection of Must-Read Posts – May 2nd

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1. Union Threatens Termination Of American Airlines Flight Attendants Who Refuse To Pitch Credit Cards

Last week the American Airlines flight attendants union reminded cabin crew at the airline that they aren’t allowed to strike or take other actions that hurt the company, unless first permitted by the government to do so. They even have to make the optional credit card announcements. At a minimum, they’re warned, that if they write on social media that they aren’t going to pitch the credit card they may be fired.

a woman holding a book and a box

2. Flight Attendant Banished Black Woman to Economy Class Lavatory for “Slamming” First Class Lavatory Door

A black woman and retired judge has claimed she was targeted for harassment by an American Airlines flight attendant for “slamming” the first class lavatory door.

a toilet in a bathroom

3. Cheat Code: Use Cargo Schedules to Find Widebody International Planes Flying Domestically in the USA

Did you know that you can fly in lie flat business class (or better premium economy, economy) seats when flying domestically in the US? These planes are often on the transcontinental (LA/SFO to New York, DC, Boston, or Miami) routes, but you’ll regularly see them repositioning for long haul flights between hubs.

a seats with monitors on the back

4. DFW Passenger Shoplifts a Wallet Before Attempting to Board Turkish Airlines Flight

In January, a Turkish Airlines passenger at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) was arrested while waiting to board his flight to Istanbul Airport (IST). He was caught on camera shoplifting a COACH wallet and his excuses once confronted by police are comical.

a man in a black hat with his hand on his chest

5. 2024 Travel Grievances – Are You With Me or Not?

Exploring ain’t all pretty, and my 2024 travel grievances are here to prove it. Have you experienced any of these people?

a woman with her arms raised in front of a car on fire

6. Dubai Unveil Plans to Transform Al Maktoum Int’l (DWC) to World’s Largest Airport

Dubai has unveiled a groundbreaking plan to transform Al Maktoum International Airport into the world’s largest airport with 260 million passengers yearly capacity, five parallel runways and 400 gates.

an aerial view of a large airport

7. Devaluation of Latitude Fares on Air Canada – Impact on Upgrades

Learn how the devaluation of Latitude fares negatively impacts upgrades to Signature Class for Air Canada frequent flyers!

a person sleeping in a plane

8. With One Simple Change, Southwest Airlines Will Deal Blow to Wheelchair Scammers, Unruly Passengers and Seat Savers

FBI agents complain that Southwest Airlines is frustrating to deal with in unruly passenger situations on aircraft because passengers can’t easily be identified by their seat assignment. Of course, there are two other huge advantages seat assignments will bring.

a group of people in wheelchairs

9. They’re Back: Credit Cards Made from Real 747 Planes! Here’s How You Can Get Yours!

A popular credit card promotion from a few years ago is back — with a brand new look!

a large airplane flying in the sky

10. Review: KLM Boeing 787-9 Business Class

Embark on a luxurious journey with the KLM Boeing 787-9 Business Class. Discover the comforts of lie-flat seats and attentive service in this comprehensive review.

a blue and white airplane on a tarmac

11. News We’ve Been Waiting For: Peloton and Hyatt Collaboration!

Get ready for the ultimate fitness experience on your next hotel stay with the exciting collaboration between Peloton and Hyatt. Stay fit while you travel with access to Peloton’s renowned workouts at select Hyatt properties.

a room with exercise bikes and a couch

12. A Disappointing Park Hyatt Stay

Not every Park Hyatt property is a winner. For surprising reasons, this one falls short.

a bridge over water with a city in the background
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