There was a time when going all the way to the gate at a U.S. airport didn’t require a plane ticket at all. Friends and family could walk loved ones …
San Francisco
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It’s funny how your feelings about an airline can shift over time. After several years of not flying United, I’ve recently had enough trips with them to form some fresh …
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Fisherman’s Wharf is one of the most visited neighborhoods in San Francisco — and for good reason. With views of the bay, a front-row seat to Alcatraz, street performers, seafood …
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When you’re an aviation geek, it’s almost inevitable that you’re going to be interested in how airports run. I mean, of course, you see the people who constantly work with …
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Airlines
San Francisco-Tokyo Route Getting Its First Low-Cost Option
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThe goal for some travelers is to use miles to pay for their flights, and get a business or first class seat in the process. For international travel, they may …
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It’s only been a year since I re-enrolled for an AMEX Platinum Card. I’ve taken the opportunity to visit Centurion Lounges when we’ve had the chance, even if that meant …
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Virgin Hotels opened its first location in Chicago in 2015. It was four years before the 2nd location opened to much fanfare in San Francisco. Built from the ground up …
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When Sharon took a solo trip to California, she flew home from San Francisco on a red-eye with an 11 PM departure time. Through the kindness of an acquaintance, she …
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Lounges
SFO’s American Express Centurion Lounge Has Temporarily Closed
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegEffective today, September 6th, the American Express Centurion Lounge at San Francisco International Airport has temporarily closed. The closure is for a good reason, though – it’s reportedly going to …
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If you are visiting the San Francisco area and renting a car, you may travel over one of the area’s bridges. If you’re driving over the Golden Gate or heading …