My United Airlines flight in Economy was comfortable thanks to the updated IFE and the friendly crew, though legroom is tight.

Review: United Airlines Boeing 737-800 Economy (SFO-AUS)

My United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Austin in Economy was comfortable thanks to the updated IFE and the friendly crew, though legroom is tight.

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My United Airlines flight in Economy was comfortable thanks to the updated IFE and the friendly crew, though legroom is tight.

Review: United Airlines Boeing 737-800 Economy (SFO-AUS)

Catch up on the latest aviation and travel related news for the week ending March 29, 2025 in the ATX Jetsetter weekly recap.

Weekly Recap: March 29, 2025

American Airlines will operate premium cabins on al flights to and from Chicago-O'Hare beginning in June 2025.

American Will Offer Premium Cabins on Every Chicago Flight This Summer

The Waldorf Astoria brand is coming to Texas with the opening of the Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country in Fredericksburg.

The First Waldorf Astoria in Texas is Coming to Fredericksburg

Star Alliance has enhanced its air and rail connectivity by expanding its partnership with Austrian Federal Railways.

Star Alliance Enhances Air and Rail Connectivity With Austrian Federal Railways

Our Blacklane ride from Istanbul Airport was the worst, most chaotic experience I've ever had with a rideshare or car service.

My Awful Blacklane Ride in Istanbul

American Airlines is launching service on five new international routes to warm weather destinations this coming winter.

American is Launching More Flights This Winter to Warm Weather Destinations

Hawaiian Airlines is launching flights between Seattle and Seoul using Airbus A330-200 aircraft beginning in September 2025.

Hawaiian Airlines is Launching Flights Between Seattle and Seoul

Emirates has opened a new facility exclusively for its cabin crew to relax and recharge at Emirates Group headquarters near Dubai International Airport.

Emirates Opens New Cabin Crew Facility in Dubai

Three days in San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area visiting landmarks and seeing family make for a great trip!

Our Weekend in San Francisco

Mass protests in Istanbul have impacted travel to and from the Turkish capital as well as local public transportation networks.

Mass Protests in Istanbul Are Impacting Travelers and Tourists

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Weekly Recap: March 22, 2025

Trip Reports

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Introduction: Sneaking Away to San Francisco

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Booked: My First Journey to Asia

Catch up on the latest aviation and travel related news for the week ending January 11, 2025 in the ATX Jetsetter weekly recap.

Introduction: An Alaskan Adventure to San Diego

Flying six flights in one day as I attempt to collect as many British Airways Tier Points as possible for as little as possible.

Six Flights, Five Airports, One Day. Mileage Running for British Airways Tier Points

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Booked: Our First Weekend Getaway With ATX Jr.

American Airlines Boeing 737-800 N923AN

Booked: Six Flights, Five Airports, One Day. Mileage Running for British Airways Tier Points

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Midnight in McAllen: Flying Delta’s Newest Austin Routes

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Babymoon Round Two: A Long Weekend in Cabo

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I’m Headed West: A Week in the Bay Area

Flight Reviews

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Review: United Airlines Boeing 737-900 First Class (AUS-SFO)

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Review: Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 Economy (AUS-MSY)

I booked a flight for the first time specifically due to the fact that the aircraft offers seatback in-flight entertainment (IFE).

I Just Booked A Flight Specifically Because It Has Seatback IFE

Delta offers a very pleasant product on its A220 aircraft, especially with the differentiated service in Comfort+ compared to Economy.

Review: Delta Air Lines Airbus A220-100 Comfort+ (DFW-LGA)

Trying out the new Go Big bundle on a Spirit Airlines Airbus A321 between Dallas Fort Worth and New Orleans.

Review: Spirit Airlines Airbus A321 Go Big (DFW-MSY)

A good crew and solid food make up for the shortcomings in the hard product when flying Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-800 First Class.

Review: Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-800 First Class (SAN-AUS)

Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-900 First Class

Review: Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-900 First Class (AUS-SAN)

United Airlines Boeing 737-800 at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

Review: United Boeing 737-800 First Class (AUS-DEN)

Hotel Reviews

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Review: Aloft Sunnyvale

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Review: The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas

Watermark Baton Rouge Entrance

Review: WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection

The Aloft New York Chelsea isn't the best hotel I've stayed at but, it has a good location and enough amenities to make for a pleasant stay.

Review: Aloft New York Chelsea Hotel

The Hotel Republic San Diego has a convenient location, great amenities, and reasonable pricing which made for a very pleasant stay.

Review: Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection

Main Street Bed and Breakfast Fredericksburg Signage

Review: Main Street Bed and Breakfast Fredericksburg

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Review: Courtyard by Marriott McAllen Airport

The Westin Los Cabos Resort Exterior

Review: The Westin Los Cabos Resort Villas

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Review: TETRA Hotel, Autograph Collection

Lounge Reviews

Delta Sky Club New York-LaGuardia

Review: Delta Sky Club New York-LaGuardia (LGA)

Guide to American Airlines Admirals Club Access

Guide to American Airlines Admirals Club Access

The Delta Sky Club at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) offers a nice, large space to relax before your flight.

Review: Delta Sky Club Dallas Fort Worth (DFW)

After receiving a failing grade earlier in the month, the American Express Centurion Lounge in Atlanta has now passed its health inspection.

UPDATE: American Express Centurion Lounge Atlanta (ATL) Passes Inspection

The American Express Centurion Lounge at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has failed its health inspection.

American Express Centurion Lounge Atlanta (ATL) Fails Health Inspection

The Escape Lounge in Greenville-Spartanburg can get extremely busy during the morning departure bank but, overall, it's a decent space.

Review: Escape Lounge Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP)

The American Airlines Admirals Club DFW Terminal A is a nice lounge, with plenty of space to spread out, though it gets crowded at peak times.

Review: American Airlines Admirals Club Dallas Ft. Worth (DFW) Terminal A