United re-introduced their annual "subscription" services: economy plus subscription and baggage subscription. The baggage subscription is simply a euphemism for bag fees in which they collect a $349 … [Read more...] about A Fee By Any Other Name Would Smell as Bitter
On my first flights on Allegheny and Piedmont so many years ago, I immediately got the flying bug. After years of traveling I started the blogs and podcasts at UPGRD.com. And, like many of you, I've done a lot of flying for miles and status. I once flew from New York City to Honolulu and back again just for elite status (and a quick Mai Tai).
Samoa Air to Provide Special Seating for Bigger Passengers
The New Zealand Herald is reporting that Samoa Air, which recently began a pay-by-weight system, is now creating an Executive Row (XL) of seats with more space. Oh, and a ramp for boarding.Somoa's … [Read more...] about Samoa Air to Provide Special Seating for Bigger Passengers
Preventing Constipation While Flying (and Other Invaluable Tips)
Step into my time machine and travel back to 1980 with me. You've just got a big promotion, requiring a lot of travel, so you pick up The Air Traveler's Handbook for some tips and tricks.First … [Read more...] about Preventing Constipation While Flying (and Other Invaluable Tips)
eBags Mother Lode TLS Mini 21″ Wheeled Duffel Review
One year ago today I purchased the eBags Mother Lode TLS Mini 21" Wheeled Duffel carry-on bag. Since then it's been my primary travel bag and has traveled close to 100,000 miles with me. The bag still … [Read more...] about eBags Mother Lode TLS Mini 21″ Wheeled Duffel Review
Delta T4X Terminal Preview in SoHo
Delta is previewing their new JFK Terminal 4 expansion with a pop-up display in SoHo, Manhattan. Located at 376 West Broadway at Broome St the two floors showcase the new design and new Delta Sky Club … [Read more...] about Delta T4X Terminal Preview in SoHo
Braniff II Timetable from 1988
Braniff Inc (also known as Braniff II), the reincarnation of the failed Braniff airlines had hubs in Kansas City, Miami and DFW. With a single class of service and all leather seating. They were … [Read more...] about Braniff II Timetable from 1988
Air Berlin New Business Class Amenity Kits
With Air Berlin's launch of their new fully flat business class seat they are also changing their amenity kits. Two of the kits available are from Institut Karité and from Tumi.The Karité kit … [Read more...] about Air Berlin New Business Class Amenity Kits
Honolulu to New York Mileage Run
After arriving into Honolulu on my American Airlines mileage run, I wandered aimlessly through the open plan terminal looking for my next gate and club lounge. Along the way there is some great plane … [Read more...] about Honolulu to New York Mileage Run
Mileage Run from New York to Honolulu
I needed about 20,000 elite qualifying miles at the end of last year to re-qualify for Executive Platinum. Luckily the end of year double elite qualifying promotion along with $460 fares to Hawaii … [Read more...] about Mileage Run from New York to Honolulu
A Tour of Old City Hall Station in New York, Closed Since 1945
The MTA Transit Museum in New York City offers tours throughout the year of old stations, artwork in the stations and nostalgia rides. Generally tours sell out to museum members before being opened to … [Read more...] about A Tour of Old City Hall Station in New York, Closed Since 1945
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