July routes roundup: Condor to launch flights to Chicago in 2027
As of May 14th, 2027, Condor will begin flights to Chicago, which it will operate for the first time in its history. The daily flight from/to Frankfurt will be served on a seasonal schedule during Sum…
Atlanta ATC Screws Up, Sends Delta Jets On Terrifying Collision Course Over Airport
A few days ago, two Delta aircraft had an incredibly close call over the runways of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), in what can only be described as a massive situational aware…
Chase Sapphire Lounges Cut Priority Pass Access: Probably Good News
The access policies for Chase Sapphire Lounge locations are being updated, and they impact those who receive a Priority Pass membership through anything other than a Chase credit card, as well as thos…
My Riyadh Air 787 Business Class Flight: Did It Live Up To The Hype?
Hello from Spain, as I just flew Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787-9 business class on the six hour flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Madrid (MAD), as I continue the return portion of my review trip. Obviously I was …
Southwest Will Start Boarding Most Flights Earlier, Checked Bag Fees To Blame
As of August 1, 2026, Southwest Airlines will start boarding most flights up to 35 minutes before departure, instead of up to 30 minutes before departure. Not surprisingly, checked bag fees are primar…
12 Boat Tours in Cabo San Lucas That Get You Out on the Water
Image courtesy of Julio Hernandez Cabo San Lucas is one of the more effortless destinations out there. The temperate weather and sprawling views of the Pacific Ocean make it a fair-weather dream—…
8 Airbnbs in Covent Garden in London—Great for First-Time Visitors
Image courtesy of Samual Sweet Figuring out where to stay in a city as large as London can be difficult, especially when you consider that its top sites are spread out across the metropolis. So, …
Redeem American AAdvantage Miles On Oman Air (Finally), A Great Option!
In June 2025, Oman Air joined the oneworld alliance, which was an exciting addition. One of the big benefits of an airline joining an alliance is supposed to be the introduction of reciprocal award re…
Cathay Pacific’s New A330 Flat Bed Aria Studio Regional Business Class
In February 2026, Cathay Pacific formally unveiled its new regional business class product, which will be branded as the Aria Studio. This is intended to replace the carrier’s current regional product…
AvTalk Episode 381: Xavier Pepin, Ultra Long Range Pilot
On this episode of AvTalk, we speak with Xavier Pepin, the captain of the Airbus 24 hour, 24 minute Airbus A350-1000ULR flight from Melbourne to Toulouse. We talk about flight planning, crew resource …
I Visited Riyadh Air’s Hafawa Lounge Riyadh: WOW, What A Stunner!
Hello from Saudi Arabia, as I continue my review trip. The main reason I came to Saudi Arabia is to try Riyadh Air, which is the most well funded and ambitious airline start that we’ve seen in a very …
Trump’s “Patriot Passport” Goes Nationwide Due To “Overwhelming Demand”
Several weeks ago, the State Department rolled out a limited edition “Patriotic Passport,” as it’s called, featuring President Trump on it. This is intended to commemorate the 250th birthday of the Un…
Ink Cash Vs. Ink Unlimited: How I’d Choose Between Chase’s No Annual Fee Business Cards
Chase offers two no annual fee cards in its excellent collection of Ink business cards: the Ink Business Cash® Credit Card and the Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card. On paper the two look nearly ide…
American Updates 24-Hour Free Refund Policy: Bad For Last Minute Tickets
American Airlines has quietly updated its (formerly) generous policy when it comes to 24-hour refunds for tickets that are booked last minute, as flagged by View from the Wing. This is worth being awa…
Four Seasons Venice (Hotel Danieli) Now Open: Iconic, Historic Property
In 2022, plans were announced for the Four Seasons Venice, in the form of a conversion and renovation of Hotel Danieli, which used to be a Marriott Luxury Collection property. There’s now a major upda…