Europe Two hikers swept to their deaths by flash flooding caused by surprise storm A British couple who were hiking through a mountain range in Mallorca, Spain, were swept away by flash flooding after what’s being called a ‘surprise storm’. According to The Guardian,… Natalie DiScala, September 22, 2024
California The family-friendly California attraction you’ve never heard of but need to visit Every fall, my family and I visit Underwood Family Farms, which is 51 miles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). We’ll be going again soon for the fifth or sixth… Johnny Jet, September 22, 2024
Airlines World-renowned cellist treats Southwest Airlines passengers to free concert at 36,000 feet in the air You’ve really got to love Southwest Airlines for allowing their flight attendants to be funny, loving and sometimes even risqué when it comes to their PA announcements, their treatment to… Johnny Jet, September 21, 2024
California The top 50 most rodent-infested cities in the United States There’s no doubt rats and mice are a persistent problem in many cities, especially in New York where, in 2022, they hired a ‘rat czar’ who was to be paid… Johnny Jet, September 21, 2024
Airlines 8 tips for actually enjoying the airport experience instead of dreading it If you ask any traveler what they hate most about traveling, they’re likely to tell you it’s the airport experience. No one likes to deal with heavy traffic, long lines,… Johnny Jet, September 21, 2024
Airports Arizona woman sentenced to prison for assaulting TSA officer who confiscated her apple juice On April 25, 2023, Ma’Kiah Cherae Coleman, who was 19 at the time of the incident, and is from Glendale, Arizona, assaulted a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officer at Phoenix’s… Johnny Jet, September 21, 2024
Airlines Mouse jumps out of airplane passenger’s meal tray and scurries away, causing aircraft to be diverted The internet, smart phones and social media have really changed the world. For some, it’s a blessing and for others, not so much. I think the airlines would say they… Johnny Jet, September 20, 2024
Cruise Influencers leave babies alone in cruise ship cabin and spark outrage after posting about it on social media As a mother to two young children, I can attest to the fact that traveling with kids isn’t easy. It comes with unique challenges and parents have to learn to… Natalie DiScala, September 20, 2024
Credit Cards 175,000 Points With Hilton Honors American Express Business Card The Hilton Honors American Express Business Card comes with an opportunity to earn 175,000 points, elite status, airport lounge access, and more. Johnny Jet Editorial, September 20, 2024
Cruise Cruising the historic cities of the Baltic Sea with Ponant and Smithsonian Journeys Thank you to Smithsonian Journeys for sponsoring this trip so I could write a detailed review of my experience. “We have to invent a new world,” says Solidarity founder and… Veronica Stoddart, September 19, 2024
Europe Professional skimboarder attempts to cross a Netherlands canal but does he make it? Skimboarder Adrien Raza’s bio reads: “A four time European champion skimboarder. Based in the Netherlands and traveling the world to create unique content.” This is exactly what it looks like… Johnny Jet, September 19, 2024
Travel News Waiter demands 20% tip on restaurant bill at Boston’s Logan International Airport and creates a social media uproar Tipping in the United States has become a hot topic lately and one that we’ve written about frequently. My post: Has tipping in the United States gotten out of control?… Johnny Jet, September 19, 2024
Travel News ‘This is how horror movies start’: Video of New York City subway shows why you should never lean against a train door If you’ve ever ridden a subway or train, I’m sure you’ve seen the signs or heard the announcements that warn passengers not to lean against the doors. I’m guilty of… Johnny Jet, September 18, 2024
Travel News Great news: U.S. citizens can now renew passports online ARTICLE HIGLIGHTS The U.S. State Department has officially rolled out its online passport renewal system, allowing U.S. citizens to renew their passports more easily through a secure, paperless process. Thanks… Johnny Jet, September 18, 2024
Airlines BREAKING NEWS: Alaska and Hawaiian airlines merger finalized ARTICLE HIGLIGHTS: Alaska Airlines has officially acquired Hawaiian Airlines, with both airlines retaining their distinctive brands while combining resources to offer expanded travel options and benefits to passengers. The merger… Johnny Jet, September 18, 2024