Monthly Airplane Wi-Fi Reliability Report Card: September 2019
September is the 9th month I’ve been tracking my wi-fi reliability across all flights and airlines I’ve flown. United continues to lead the pack as the worst among them.
Author: Edward Pizzarello
My goal in life is to fill my family’s passports with stamps, creating buckets of memories along the way. You’ll find me writing about realistic ways for normal people to travel the world, whether you’re on a budget or enjoy luxury. I also enjoy taking us on the occasional detour to explore the inner workings of the travel industry.
Making The Connection: The Argument For Being There
I sat my daughter down with her mother recently to show both of them a video. I told my daughter, “You might be bored for part of this, but give me 13 minutes.” As a parent of a teenager and one younger child, patience…
What Do You Think Of Yesterday’s Crazy Award Deal To New Zealand?
Crazy or just crazy like a fox? What do you think about people who jumped on the deal of the year last night, 10,000 mile round-trip flights to New Zealand.
WOW! 10,000 Mile Round-Trip Flights To New Zealand
Run, don’t walk! This deal won’t last long. 10,000 mile round-trip flights to New Zealand.
17 Things I Learned At United Airlines Media Day
It was a whirlwind day of information. New flights to London, the Bahamas and Vail Colorado were just a bit of what we learned. Larger overhead bins, 3D interior images and tech to help you make that tight connection are just some of the highlights from United Airlines Media Day.
Business Travelers Will Love This: Sneak Peek Inside The New United CRJ-550
Check out a sneak peek on a plane configuration that business travelers are going to love. United Airlines will fly customers on the newly configured CRJ-550 this weekend. More legroom, massive amounts of bag storage and a self-serve bar as part of the interior of this plane is sure to be a winner for road warriors.
It’s Business, American Airlines
A recent status challenge I considered with American Airlines reminds me how much has changed over the years.
Amex Offers: Save Money In Vegas And At Marriott
A handful of really good Amex offers right now for MGM Resorts, Caesars Resorts and the complete portfolio of Marriott properties.
Southwest Raises The Price Of Their Valuable Companion Pass!
This morning, Southwest Airlines has announced that your miles no longer come with an expiration date. Unfortunately, though, if you’re in the market for their valuable companion pass, it’s going to cost you just a little bit more.
New Marriott Promotion Misses The Mark
Marriott’s new promotion comes down to whether you think they’ll have a big deal for you in the future. If you think they’re in a generous mood, Marriott might be worth looking at. If not, you should look elsewhere, at least beyond your second stay.