Should you get rid of your loyalty program?
Are you thinking of getting rid of your loyalty program? If so, you might relate to John Franklin’s story. Actually, you might relate to it even if you aren’t unhappy with your loyalty program.
Christopher Elliott
These are the worst airline passengers ever
Who are the worst airline passengers? Hint: It’s not babies. These are the real problem flyers (and what you can do about them).
What is the strangest thing you’ve ever seen on a flight?
What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever seen a passenger do on a flight?
If you said, “Change into pajamas midflight,” then maybe you were on my red-eye from Orlando to Frankfurt, Germany, during which a passenger disappeared into the restroom and emerged in a nightgown.
I survived a month in the worst vacation rental ever
The vacation rental took a nice picture. There was a white picket fence, a spacious living room with modern furniture, and the location was perfect. Who knew it would be the worst vacation rental ever?
Well, I should have.
Why is this Lufthansa offer so hard to redeem?
When WOW Air died earlier this year, Lufthansa made its passengers a seemingly generous offer: a 25 percent discount if they rebooked with the German carrier. Victoria Corless decided to accept. But why is her Lufthansa offer so hard to redeem?
Yes, Los Angeles is a walkable city. Here’s how we discovered it
Do you laugh out loud when you hear the words “walkable Los Angeles”? I used to, too, since LA has a reputation for being all freeways and suburbs. But some of the best parts of the City of Angels are more accessible to pedestrians than you might think.
Hidden national parks: Try these out-of-the-way destinations for your next vacation
It happened again. We visited a place, only to discover we were a short drive from a hidden national park. An incredible hidden national park.
How to get the best airline service
Want to get great airline service even from airlines? Use your “pleases” and “thank yous” – and don’t expect too much.
You can score excellent service, even in the worst condition, by understanding your airline, minding your manners and taking care of a few basics.
Is it time for a repeat vacation? Here’s how to tell
Sometimes the best vacation is a repeat vacation. I ought to know. I’m in Los Angeles again after just a nine-month absence. There’s something that keeps pulling me back here, and it’s not just the weather.
Will your travel insurance cover you when you need it?
If you think your travel insurance policy will protect your upcoming trip, you might want to take another look. Travel insurance doesn’t cover everything. Truth be told, it might not cover anything.