IMPASSE BETWEEN AMERICAN AIRLINES AND PILOTS THREATENS HOLIDAY TRAVEL – Live and Let’s Fly

All things considered, I thought American Airlines made a fine offer. Going off of Matthew’s numbers, a Boeing 777 pilot could make just under $4,000 for a one-way MIA-LAX flight, assuming they are paid for the 5 hours and 40 minute block time during the holiday period.

Expect travel on American Airlines over the holidays to be messy. I actively avoided booking them for a December trip, even though they had a decent award rate.

Beer, Leaves, Pinball, and a Big House: A Laid-Back Trip to Asheville, NC – Miles to Memories

Asheville is high on my list of U.S. locations to visit. This is a great trip report.

REASONS WHY PEOPLE DON’T TRAVEL – Miles for Family

I just can’t fathom most of these. I understand if lack of money is the difficulty. Restructuring life to prioritize travel is an answer here.

The comfort and hassle excuses I flat out reject. Nothing great is life happens when you commit to staying within your comfort zone.

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