I love New York. That sounds a bit kitschy, I know. But, I grew up there and never miss an opportunity to go back. We wanted to take the kids to a Yankees game at the new stadium, so a trip to Manhattan was…
It’s been a bit of back and forth between DOJ and American Airlines/US Airways in relation to the lawsuit DOJ filed to block their merger. The airlines wanted to start in November while the DOJ wanted to start the trial in February (but was…
I’ve been a Briggs & Riley guy for a number of years. They make great suitcases and offer what I consider to be the best guarantee on the market. They cover essentially anything that happens to your suitcase. As long as you can bring…
The bankruptcy judge for American Airlines decided not to rule today on whether he would confirm the bankruptcy plan even with the DOJ suit still pending. He did say he’s leaning towards it. I can’t say I see a ton of benefit to the…
It’s been an interesting few weeks to follow the DOJ intervention into the merger between American Airlines and US Airways. I’ll admit to being surprised when maybe I shouldn’t have with DOJ weighing in. But, I don’t think I’m in the wrong when I…
American Airlines made View From The Wing soil his pants a bit today. And, in the interest of full disclosure, I got pretty nervous myself. Fuel surcharges are the 800 lb. gorilla in the room when it comes to awards. The airlines that charge…
Most people will know the program that covers such brands as Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza and Intercontinental Hotels as Priority Club. They’ve changed the name of the program to IHG Rewards. I don’t find their program that rewarding so I don’t spend a lot…
I’m running a couple days behind reviewing Hyatt’s fall 2013 promo. On whole, hotel promotions have been less rewarding then in year’s past as occupancy and rates have risen. On it’s face, I’m reasonably pleased with the Hyatt promo based on those circumstances. It’s…
Spoiler alert! By the end of this post I might change my position that Facebook is the devil’s work. For those that are serious about collecting miles and points, hanging around communities like Milepoint, it’s generally about getting the most value out of a…
It was just about a month ago when Hyatt announced they were forming a partnership with Playa Hotels & Resorts for 13 properties to be added to the Hyatt fold. 6 of those were to be branded with the Hyatt name and we have…