Boy of boy… How things have changed in the ” miles and Points ” world over the last few years! Not only have we been through the hideous Covid B.S., it seems like the entire travel industry has been turned on its head! I often say that everything in life […]
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How American Airlines Ruined my New Years Trip to Rio – A RANT!
Being that I just got over Covid-19 a month before New Years, tested negative, and have antibodies (not sure how long), I decided to make good use of them (antibodies), and travel to Rio de Janeiro for New Years, for Reveillon! I, of course still use the same precautions as […]
Airline Change and Cancellation Information Due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
I have been putting off on writing this for a few days due to the fact that all things COVID-19 (Coronavirus) are changing so rapidly! With that said, here is the latest information I have gathered about cancellations and / or changes to any airline travel you may have booked. […]
Will The Coronavirus Temporarily Improve Travel Loyalty Programs?
Let me start off by saying the Coronavirus outbreak is absolutely horrible and I wish it was not happening. With this said, its a fact that any problems that happen like this, affect the travel industry in a negative way! It is estimated that the US airline industry alone, will […]
Ultimate guide to getting the best priced airfare!
A few questions people often ask me is what day is the best day to buy airfare, what’s the best day to fly, and how soon should I buy my ticket, amongst many others! The answers to these questions are a bit complex, and not as black and white as […]
Is Delta The Pot Calling the Kettle Black ?
You know the old saying, “Isn’t that the pot calling the kettle black”? Well, this is the way I feel about Delta airlines CEO, Ed Bastian and his WAR against the Middle East carriers “ME3”. I have to make a disclaimer, that Delta is MY AIRLINE, and I have no […]
Buying a Middle Seat is an Option to Get More Room on All Main U.S. Airlines!
I can’t believe that I never thought about or knew that one could buy a middle seat in order to get more room. It’s been common knowledge that “bigger” people could do this, but I didn’t know everyone could. I always try to book a seat in the middle isle, […]
Airline Alliances, Explained!
An airline alliance is when a group of airlines form an alliance with each other to help the flyer as well as themselves. There are 3 major alliances, Skyteam, Star Alliance, and OneWorld Alliance. You may wonder why this is important to you, I will explain. When you have an […]
The Rise of Basic Economy Airline Fares, BEWARE!
A few years ago I started noticing airlines adding “Basic Economy” fares to certain routes. As time passed, all 3 major US airlines have these fares for pretty much for all of their routes. A Basic economy fare is a fare you purchase for less than a regular economy ticket […]
What Exactly is a Service Dog, and how to Travel With one!
We have heard a lot in the news and social media about people traveling with “service animals” of all types, fro peacocks to snakes, in this article I will lay out the law , so to speak! Just like you cannot deny someone that uses a wheelchair access to a […]
Free American Airlines Miles for Transferring from Hotel Programs… Lots of Them!
hAmerican Airlines is doing it again, offering an extra 25% bonus miles if you transfer certain hotel points to them. This promotion is going on until May 31, 2018. AA has done this before, and I have taken advantage of it! As a matter of fact I used this promo […]
Buying a “Smart” Suitcase May NOT be so Smart Afterall!
Everyday on Facebook, Instagram and online we see all these new, neat technologically advanced suitcases that we just have to have! I have to admit, many are very neat and seem handy, BUT BEWARE, they may be banned from the airline, therefore leaving you and your “Smart” suitcase behind. These […]