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If you’re an airline enthusiast, you probably know about the American Airlines AAirpass that was first sold in the ’80s. For $250,000, you could buy a pass that entitled you to unlimited first class flights for life. FOR LIFE. One of the people who bought the pass was Steven Rothstein, a stockbroker from Chicago. In…
Ever wondered how you can be stranded somewhere due to weather when that somewhere has perfectly blue skies? Ever thought about how often turbulence causes crashes? Ever wanted to take a look at the cockpit but figured you’d somehow wind up on a no-fly list? Well, now you can learn the answers to your curiosities…
The difference between economy meals and premium cabin meals is laughable. You’re on the same plane going to the same place, but since you’re paying WAY more for that premium seat, you get to ditch the tray of reheated slop and instead get a full meal created (sometimes) by a celebrity chef on actual plates…
There are moments in every writer’s life that are significant: the first day you see your name in print, the moment you find out that other writers like your work, and, for travel writers, the first time you get a story in an in-flight magazine. Today, I’m extremely proud to share with you my first…
If you’re an avid reader of Yahoo Travel, you may have noticed that I was quoted yesterday in their story entitled “Free Airplane Snacks! The Tastiest Treats in Coach,” by the lovely and talented Billie Cohen. She extols the virtues of Delta’s Biscoff cookies, Air Canada’s Peek Freans, Southwest’s peanuts, and more. Obviously, the overseas…
We all know that airlines have decided to climb their way to profitability via ticky-tack charges like baggage fees and extra legroom seats, but did you know just how much the airlines are profiting from this business model? It’s unbelievable. According to a study by IdeaWorksCompany (sponsored by CarTrawler), the airlines raised $2.45 billion in…
My Mom is the best. She does all kinds of mom things, like making prime rib when I come into town and driving a Honda Accord with a vanity license plate. She also sends me articles that might make for good Fly&Dine posts. I have zero time today to give you something new, so instead,…
Earlier today, I brought some good ol’ raw data from Hotels.com’s study of room service prices around the world. Now, I’m giving you their handy dandy infographic so you can see it all displayed beautifully in front of you. Give it a gander and enthrall your pals with details of room service all over the…
We here at Fly&Dine know (perhaps better than most) that food on airplanes is a touchy subject. Passengers complain about the quality — or lack thereof — on a regular basis. Airlines do their best, but with massive restrictions and increasing pressure on their bottom lines, spending money on top notch meals isn’t a huge…
In terms of brands that people love, Costco is definitely towards the top. From the cheap gas to the unbelievable deals on wine (Costco is the world’s biggest wine retailer) to the smorgasbord of free samples, Costco is a tribute to capitalism in every way. It’s the stuff that mid-60s Soviet leaders had nightmares about.…
Who needs a “Best of” list when you can lower the bar and aim for “solid” instead? That may have been the thinking behind Eater LA’s story yesterday entitled “16 Solid Places to Eat Around Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).” I actually appreciate the honesty in the headline. The food establishments they name wouldn’t really…
It seems like every two months a study comes out to tell us why food tastes worse on airplanes and the media goes nuts covering the story as if the secrets of humanity are finally being uncovered. Usually, the studies show that air pressure, moisture, and decreased sensory sensitivity are the factors that most influence…
Growing up, my parents always had a copy of Chicago Magazine on the family room coffee table. As of this moment, I can proudly say I’ve made it (at least in terms of the Kessler family magazine library). My work has been featured before in a variety of places (not Variety, though) like The New…
I’m calling it. It’s May 2015 and we are officially living in the future. All of the hallmarks of our future world — with the glaring exception of the flying car — have seemingly come to fruition. Just look at these new developments: 1. Apple just released a product that is essentially a Dick Tracy…
