A couple of days ago, my Avianca flight from Panama to El Slavador had the distinct honor of being the first flight that I could remember ever missing. The crazy part about the entire situation was that I was…
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Air China 777-300 First Class in 5 Pictures
Hola from Houston. I just completed my short trip to Panama. The overall planning of the trip was solid until I went to board my return flight home. Despite that unfortunate episode…
Missed Flight: Avianca Airlines’ Check In Fiasco
I am currently sitting at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City, Panama. Sitting in an airport would not usually be blog worthy…
Update: I Have Not Received My United Airlines Bonus Miles from Reliant Energy
About three months ago, I wrote about how I “received” 27,000 United Airlines miles by making the switch to Reliant Energy for my home electricity needs. It has been just a bit more than…
How to Retrieve an Airline Confirmation or E-ticket Number?
As many of you know, I have an upcoming trip to Panama. The trip will allow me to fly on Air China’s 777-300 in First Class and TACA Airlines E-190 in Business Class. I will also get to check out…
United Airlines Cancels Los Angeles to Singapore Route
In the fall of 2017, there was a great roundtrip fare sale from Los Angeles to Singapore for approximately $600. The 17 hour flight was on United Airlines and served as its longest…
Review: United Airlines (ERJ-175) First Class Houston to Oklahoma City
We left the American Express Centurion Lounge approximately 15 minutes prior to boarding. When we arrived at the gate, most of the flight had boarded. We were…
BOOKED: I am Returning from Panama on Avianca (Taca) Airlines
A few days ago, I wrote a post outlining the airline options for my return to the United States after visiting Panama. I dismissed two of the options, United Airlines and Spirit…
Which Airline Should I Book for My Return from Panama?
I wrote a few weeks ago about Air China’s new route between Houston and Panama City. The route intrigued me, so I booked a one way first class ticket between Dallas and Panama City, Panama. On one hand…
Airlines to US Government: DO NOT use our Airplanes to Transport Migrant Children
Two of the largest carriers in the United States, American and United Airlines have issued statements in regards to the separation of families at the border. The statements go on to ask the federal government not to use…
How to Confirm Seats on Air China?
A few weeks ago, I wrote about potentially flying to Panama on Air China. The fifth freedom route really intrigued me as it let me fly an internationally configured 777 to Central America rather than one of…
BOOKED: I am Flying to Panama on Air China
I wrote about planning a trip to Panama last week. The flight operated by Air China is the continuance of the flight from Beijing to Houston. There was plenty of…
Planning a Flight to Panama…on Air China???
I really like to travel…I mean, REALLY like to travel. As I have said before, it is more about the experience than the destination. My recent trip to Malaysia was one of the most adventurous, but…
I Received 27,000 United Airlines Miles by Switching to Reliant Energy
I am a big fan of reward points, airline miles, and just about any other travel benefit. Most of my points come from credit card sign up bonuses and daily spend on my Chase Freedom unlimited card. A few years ago, I received…
NTSB Releases Video That Shows How Close an Air Canada A320 Came to Landing on Taxiing Aircraft
In July 2017, an Air Canada A320 flying from Toronto to San Francisco nearly crashed into four airplanes while attempting to land. There was confusion from the pilots…