An American Airlines passenger shared a photo of a bed bug on his flight 4412 from New York LaGuardia to Detroit. The first class passenger found the bug “crawling on [his leg mid flight” while seated in first class.
My 5 Most Cringe-Worthy Travel Fails, From Missed Flights To Wrong Hotels
I do pretty well in travel but also make my share of mistakes, mostly out of habit or path dependence. Since I know how things ‘usually work’ I don’t always pay attention to schedule changes. And I don’t pay attention to the details of my reservations – I’m on auto-pilot, I know that when I land in a given city I ‘always’ go to the same hotel. If I booked a Hyatt there, it must be my usual one!
Here are the (5) biggest mistakes I’ve made in travel, though each one worked out just fine. I thought I’d share these to show my own fallibility, I know the correct advice and should always follow it but I am… human.
What First Class Passengers Think As You Walk To Coach—The Real Story of Who’s Up Front
I remember flying regularly as a pre-teen, thinking that I’d never be one of those people sitting up front! I’d never be able to pay for it, and even if I could it surely wouldn’t be worth spending for. After all, it was expensive and just a few hours. I was still small, so I didn’t think the extra space comfort was worth it … though I always held my breath hoping there would be an empty seat next to me.
That was at the dawn of mileage programs, and people forget that elite status didn’t start when miles did.
Chase’s Best-Ever 90,000 Point Offer For No Annual Fee Ink Business Unlimited Is Back
Chase points are immensely valuable. And seeing such a big offer is highly unusual on a no annual fee cards This is something to jump on if you are able. I have this card myself and my wife is planning to apply.
Put A Stamp On Them: The Shocking Story Of People Shipping Their Kids Through The U.S. Mail
It used to be surprisingly affordable to ship babies and children under 50 pounds by US mail. And people did it.
Just two weeks after the introduction of Parcel Post, a child was mailed for the first time — one mile from Glen Este, Ohio to Batavia, Ohio — for 15 cents. They added $50 insurance to the shipment.
Qantas Passengers Left Mortified As Racy Movie Plays On Every Screen During Flight [Roundup]
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.
Spirit Airlines Kicks Off Passenger Over Crop Top—Then Taunts A Toddler’s Mom After Ejecting Her, Too
Buckle up because this may be the most Spirit Airlines story every that doesn’t involve a mass brawl.
American Airlines Award Delays Could Ruin Your Trip—Here’s the Simple Fix You Need
Most people think that when you ticket an award, you have an award ticket. But that isn’t quite the case. And unticketed award reservations do sometimes get cancelled by the operating carrier!
Arrested For Using A First Class Bathroom? The Hidden Truth Behind Airline Lavatory Rules
If you’re a coach passenger, can you use the bathroom up front in first class? What if a flight attendant’s drink cart is blocking the aisle and you can’t make your way to the back and you really have to go? (And yes, a passenger was arrested for making the wrong choice.)
Chase Aeroplan Bonus Increases: Earn 100,000 Points With One Of The Best Airline Co-Brands
Aeroplan’s U.S. co-brand card has a new offer to earn up to 100,000 bonus points: earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open. Plus, 25,000 bonus points after you spend $20,000 on purchases in the first 12 months.