Dots, Lines & Destinations

The image shows the tails of two airplanes with a white background. Both tails feature a red logo that resembles a stylized phoenix or bird. The logo is prominently displayed on the vertical stabilizers of the aircraft. The sky in the background is overcast.

DLD 298: Mixed awards, mixed messages

When an airline says it is concerned about passenger safety and then increases the number of seats sold that can be hard to reconcile. But at least they're leaving it members of their cabin crew to keep posting anti-mask FUD on social media, right??Read more
July 2, 2020
A small boat with several people on board is floating on calm water during sunset or sunrise. The water reflects the warm colors of the sky, creating a serene and picturesque scene. The people on the boat appear to be engaged in some activity, possibly fishing or preparing nets. The overall atmosphere is peaceful and tranquil.

DLD 297: Pantsless Professionals

As borders start to reopen the requirements for entry to some countries can be onerous. Or completely reasonable. But the inconsistencies make it really challenging for travelers to plan.Read more
June 25, 2020
The image shows the interior of a modern airport terminal. The space is well-lit with natural light coming through large windows. There is a baggage claim area with several carousels and digital screens displaying information. In the foreground, there is a large "I ♥ NY" sign. The ceiling features a contemporary art installation made of thin, intersecting lines. The overall design is sleek and spacious, with clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic.

DLD 296:Vigilantes on the loose

What happens when people take to Twitter seeking justice and then transition that into real-life doxxing? And what about when it is a case of mistaken identity? A couple recent incidents in the travel space remind us that this is stupid and bad in many ways.Read more
June 18, 2020
Alt text: A tray table on an airplane is filled with various snacks and a sandwich. The items include a bottle of Harrogate Spring Water, a plastic cup with water, packets of sour cream and chive pretzels, a pack of Milkybar white chocolate buttons, a Lakeland Dairies milk stick, a pack of Jacob's Mini Cheddars, and a pack of Walkers Pure Butter Shortbread. In the background, there is a seat pocket containing a bottle of Dettol hand sanitizer and another bottle of water.

DLD 295: Vegas is back!

The Las Vegas strip is open again. Or at least open-ish. It is a far cry from the typical levels of action and activity, but things are starting to come back and it is very different. But also very the same. Here's a first-hand report from the Strip on opening weekend.Read more
June 11, 2020
The image shows three vintage Continental Airlines boarding passes or tickets. Each ticket features the Continental Airlines logo, which consists of a red globe with horizontal lines, and the word "CONTINENTAL" written below it. The tickets have a design with red, yellow, and orange vertical stripes. The background is a dark surface, possibly a table or display board.

DLD 291: The Cheese Soup test

We're deep in the throes of learning what requirements will exist for passengers to prove they're healthy and resume travel. This week's episode has a very unlikely candidate for one such test.Read more
May 14, 2020
Alt text: The image shows a view from an airplane window during sunset. The airplane wing is visible, and the sky is filled with vibrant orange and red hues as the sun sets on the horizon, casting a warm glow over the clouds.

DLD 290: Desert flyover

Thousands of planes parked, some permanently, make for stunning images. But it comes at a cost, with jobs lost and an economic hit that is hard to measure so far.Read more
May 7, 2020

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